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Russia-Ukraine conflict update day 1207

Ukrainian forces successfully destroyed three Russian air defense systems in the Zaporizhia region, currently under Russian control, according to Kyiv’s military intelligence. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Ukrainian troops retook the village of Andriivka in the northeastern Sumy region......

Solid evidence Iran holds US responsible for Israel’s aggression

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused the United States of being complicit in Israel’s recent attacks on Iran, stating these military actions could not have occurred without American consent and support. Speaking at a press briefing in Tehran, Araghchi presented what he described......

Morocco Strengthens Ties with Anglophone Africa in Moroccan Sahara Dispute

Morocco is consolidating its diplomatic influence across Anglophone Africa by winning over countries that previously backed the Polisario Front, the separatist movement claiming the Moroccan Sahara. In light of evolving geopolitical realities, several of these nations have aligned themselves with the......

Europe offers Iran urgent nuclear talks to ease regional tensions

BERLIN, June 15 — Germany, France, and the United Kingdom have expressed readiness to engage in immediate discussions with Iran over its nuclear program, in hopes of easing tensions across the Middle East, according to German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. During a diplomatic visit to the region,......

Trump’s army parade sparks debate over patriotism and power

Washington, DC – The streets of the U.S. capital were dominated by tanks and military vehicles on Saturday, marking both the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army and former President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday. The grand parade, promoted by Trump as an “unforgettable” event, drew......

Woman arrested in connection with attack on Colombian senator

A woman suspected of involvement in the attempted assassination of Colombian Senator Esteban Uribe has been arrested in the Caquetá region, police confirmed Saturday. Uribe, a 39-year-old conservative and a prominent opposition figure, was seriously injured after being shot twice in the head and......

Calls grow to classify Polisario as a terrorist group amid renewed scrutiny of violent history

Efforts to label the Polisario Front as a terrorist organization are gaining international momentum. Politicians, researchers, and human rights advocates are urging Western governments to confront the separatist group’s violent legacy and its ongoing threat to regional stability in North Africa. The......

Trump administration targets corrupt officials aiding drug cartels in expanded anti-crime strategy

The Trump administration has unveiled a new phase in its crackdown on organized crime, focusing on corrupt foreign officials who collaborate with drug cartels and dismantling their financial networks. This strategy, announced by U.S. Assistant Attorney General Todd Blanche, aims to prioritize investigations......

Far-right coalition’s roadmap to dismantle the European Union gains momentum

The European far-right has unveiled a detailed plan to radically reshape or dismantle the European Union (EU), spearheaded by Hungarian and Polish think tanks with support from Spain’s Vox party and other populist forces. Known as The Great Reset, the document outlines two scenarios: either dismantle......

Military spectacle and nationwide protests set to collide on Flag Day

The United States is bracing for a day of stark contrasts as a grand military parade celebrating the Army’s 250th anniversary coincides with thousands of protests against the Trump administration. The dual events, both set for June 14, also mark President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, a detail......

Iran warns US, UK, and France: Regional bases at risk over intervention in Israel conflict

Iran has issued a stern warning to the United States, the United Kingdom, and France, threatening to target their military bases and naval assets in the region if they intervene to halt Tehran's ongoing strikes against Israel. The escalation comes amid a second day of intense hostilities between......

Spain’s prime minister faces mounting scandals: A closer look at five corruption probes

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, one of Europe’s longest-serving leaders, is under pressure as a series of corruption investigations target his close associates, including his wife, brother, a former minister, and members of his political circle. The cases, spanning from alleged embezzlement......

Schengen at 40: Challenges and transformations for Europe's border-free zone

Four decades ago, a small town in Luxembourg became the birthplace of one of the world’s most ambitious border-free initiatives—the Schengen Agreement. Signed on June 14, 1985, by five European countries, the agreement sought to dismantle internal border checks and enable seamless travel......

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