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Macron rejects Russian mediation in Israel-Iran conflict

French President Emmanuel Macron has dismissed the idea that Russian President Vladimir Putin could act as a mediator in the growing tensions between Israel and Iran, a role recently proposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking during a visit to Greenland, Macron expressed firm skepticism:......

G7 Leaders Gather in Canada to Navigate Tensions With the U.S

G7 leaders convene in the Canadian Rockies starting Sunday, facing increasing disagreements with the United States over foreign policy and trade. Canada, as the host, aims to prevent any direct confrontations with President Donald Trump. Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasizes priorities such as enhancing......

North Korea relaunches warship after failed first attempt, sparking global scrutiny

North Korea has announced the successful relaunch of its new 5,000-ton naval destroyer, less than a month after the vessel capsized during its initial launch attempt. State media reported that the ship has been fully repaired, with leader Kim Jong Un personally overseeing Tuesday’s ceremony at......

Aukus in question as Trump administration signals strategic review

The Trump administration’s decision to reassess the AUKUS agreement has stirred political debate across Australia, though it doesn't necessarily spell the end for the trilateral security pact. Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles responded calmly, noting that Canberra had been informed......

Gaza death toll rises as Israel expands ground offensive

Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 44 people across Gaza, according to the territory’s civil defence agency, as Israel intensifies its military campaign against Hamas. The Associated Press, citing Palestinian health officials, reported a higher toll of 66 deaths on Tuesday. These latest strikes......

Japan and Philippines pledge stronger security cooperation

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, during his first official visit to the Philippines since taking office in October, emphasized the mutual commitment between Japan and the Philippines to resist any attempts to alter the status quo in the East and South China Seas through force or intimidation. During......

US-Japan partnership strengthens to deter Chinese aggression

The United States and Japan share a common “warrior ethos” in addressing Chinese aggression, particularly in the Taiwan Strait, according to U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. In a meeting with Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani in Tokyo, Hegseth emphasized Japan's crucial role......

Tensions among G7 ministers amid Trump’s foreign policy shifts

Foreign ministers from major Western democracies gathered in Canada on Thursday following weeks of rising tensions between President Donald Trump and his allies, triggered by his shifts in foreign policy regarding Ukraine and the imposition of tariffs. The two-day meeting in La Malbaie, Quebec, brought......

North Korea rejects US, South Korea, and Japan's denuclearization effort

North Korea has vehemently rejected the recent denuclearization commitment made by the United States, South Korea, and Japan, stating that it will continue strengthening its nuclear capabilities. This condemnation follows a joint statement issued after talks between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio,......

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......

Trump’s first meeting with Japan’s prime minister amid tensions with China

U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba for the first time this Friday. This meeting comes as both countries, concerned about China's growing influence, seek to strengthen their business and security relationships. The U.S.-China trade conflict,......

Invitation to Trump: A Call for Peace and Nuclear Disarmament at the 80th Anniversary of Atomic Bombings

In a joint letter, the mayors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki have invited U.S. President Donald Trump to visit Japan for the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings on both cities. The mayors urge him to attend and listen to the testimonies of hibakusha (the survivors of the bombings), learn about their desire......

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......

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