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India set to acquire billions in US weaponry, including F-35 jets

US President Donald Trump has announced a significant increase in arms sales to India, including the potential delivery of F-35 stealth fighter jets. This development follows a meeting in Washington between Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where discussions covered trade, immigration, and......

Escalating tensions in the Russia-Ukraine conflict: Key developments on day 1,071

Ongoing Hostilities A drone strike in Russia’s Belgorod region, near the Ukrainian border, reportedly resulted in the deaths of a woman and her two-year-old child, with two others injured. Russia’s Ministry of Defence claimed that its air defense systems intercepted 104 Ukrainian drones......

Key developments in the Russia-Ukraine war: Day 1,070

The situation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to evolve. On January 29, 2025, key military actions and political developments were reported from both sides. Military Activity: Ukraine’s forces successfully intercepted 65 out of 100 drones launched from Russia overnight, with 28 drones......

Deepseek's emergence challenges US AI industry, Trump responds

US President Donald Trump described the rise of Chinese company DeepSeek as a "wake-up call" for the US tech industry. This followed the release of DeepSeek's artificial intelligence (AI) model, which disrupted Wall Street and led to significant drops in shares of major tech firms like......

UK Rules Out Joining Pan-European Trade Agreement

The UK government has firmly rejected the possibility of joining a pan-European trade agreement. This statement came in response to comments from European Union Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, who suggested that the UK could consider joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention (PEM) as part of a......

Marco Rubio confirmed as U.S. Secretary of State: Implications for U.S.-Algeria relations

In a move that sends shockwaves through Algeria, Marco Rubio, one of the most vocal critics of the country in the United States, has been unanimously confirmed as Secretary of State by the Senate. A Cuban-American Republican known for his strong stances on international policy, Rubio is the first member......

Austrian Far-Right Leader Tasked with Forming Government

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen has tasked Herbert Kickl, leader of the far-right Freedom Party (FPO), with forming a coalition government after centrist efforts to establish a government collapsed. This decision comes despite Van der Bellen’s long-standing criticism of the FPO, reflecting......

Dollar Drops Amid Reports of Narrower Tariffs Under Trump

LONDON, Jan 6 – The dollar fell by 1% on Monday following a report suggesting that President-elect Donald Trump might implement tariffs targeting only critical imports, offering potential relief to countries bracing for more extensive levies. Reports indicated that Trump's team was considering......

Russia-Ukraine Conflict; Key Events of December 26, 2024

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has entered its 1,036th day, with new developments continuing to shape the geopolitical landscape. Here’s a summary of the key events unfolding on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Fighting in Eastern Ukraine Heavy fighting has intensified around the city of Pokrovsk......

Navigating the Middle Path Prabowo’s Foreign Policy Strategy

When Prabowo Subianto was sworn in as Indonesia’s eighth president in October, one of the immediate questions surrounding his leadership was how his approach to foreign policy would shape the region’s security landscape, especially amid growing tensions between China and the United States.......

Calls for Protest Ban Outside Places of Worship Spark Debate on Civil Liberties

In recent comments, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called for the banning of protests outside places of worship, including synagogues and churches, citing concerns that such demonstrations foster division within the community. Albanese’s remarks come after a series of incidents,......

The Polarizing Figure of Tulsi Gabbard A Controversial Stance on Foreign Policy and Intelligence

In 2018, a significant moment unfolded within the House Foreign Affairs Committee. A Syrian dissident known by the codename Caesar, who had previously smuggled 55,000 harrowing photographs documenting the brutal conditions in Syrian detention facilities, was set to testify. His testimony was expected......

Canadian MPs Shift to Bluesky Amid Social Media Turmoil

In the evolving landscape of social media, Canadian politicians are among those pivoting from X (formerly Twitter) to Bluesky, a platform gaining traction after the contentious U.S. election. This shift highlights growing concerns about misinformation and the role of platforms in shaping democratic discourse.......