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Ukraine denounces U.S. pressure over use of frozen Russian assets

Ukraine has accused the United States of exerting pressure on European countries to abandon plans to use frozen Russian assets to support Kyiv, according to a senior Ukrainian official speaking anonymously. The official claimed that several European states are reluctant to publicly endorse the idea......

Washington approves second major arms sale to Taiwan this year

The United States has approved a new arms sale to Taiwan worth around 11 billion dollars, marking the second such deal this year and one of the largest military packages provided to the island in decades. The decision reflects Washington’s continued commitment to supporting Taiwan’s security......

Donald Trump announces a US blockade on sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela

Former US president Donald Trump announced a new escalation in tensions with Venezuela by ordering a blockade targeting oil tankers subject to American sanctions. The announcement was made on Tuesday through his social media platform, marking a significant hardening of Washington’s stance toward......

Global economic losses from natural disasters drop by one-third in 2025, Swiss Re reports

Global economic losses from natural disasters are projected to have declined by 33 percent in 2025, reaching $220 billion, according to Swiss Re, the Zurich-based reinsurer. Despite the devastating Los Angeles wildfires in January, which alone caused an estimated $40 billion in insured losses—the......

Trump’s remarks on the death of filmmaker Rob Reiner spark backlash

Comments made by US President Donald Trump following the deaths of renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Reiner, have triggered widespread criticism across the political spectrum. The couple was found dead at their Los Angeles residence, in a case authorities are investigating as a double......

Eight killed in new U.S. strikes on suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Pacific

Eight people were killed on Monday during new U.S. military strikes targeting three vessels suspected of involvement in drug trafficking in the Pacific Ocean, according to an announcement by the United States Southern Command. The U.S. military stated that intelligence services had identified the boats......

Trump files $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC

Former US president Donald Trump has filed a massive lawsuit against the British public broadcaster BBC, seeking damages totaling $10 billion over what he describes as a misleading and defamatory media report. According to court documents submitted to a federal court in Florida, Trump accuses the BBC......

China urges US not to interfere in South China Sea affairs

Beijing, China — China on Monday warned the United States not to involve itself in maritime disputes in the South China Sea, responding to US criticism over Beijing’s handling of Filipino fishermen in contested waters. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun emphasized that......

Royal Air Maroc announces 10 new direct routes to Europe, Africa, and the Americas in 2026

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is set to expand its international network significantly in 2026, reinforcing Casablanca's status as a major global aviation hub. The airline will launch ten new direct routes connecting Morocco to key destinations across Europe, Africa, and the Americas, according to an official......

Person of interest to be released as investigation continues into Brown University shooting

US authorities have announced that a person of interest detained in connection with the deadly shooting at Brown University will be released, citing insufficient evidence to pursue charges at this stage. Local officials said the investigation is ongoing and that new elements now suggest the suspect......

New US-Ukraine talks open in Berlin after reported progress

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and American negotiators resumed high-level talks in Berlin on Monday, following several hours of discussions the previous day that both sides described as constructive. The meetings come as Kyiv seeks firm support from Washington for a ceasefire that would not......

Syrian-US military delegation targeted by gunfire in Palmyra

Several American soldiers were injured on Saturday after a joint Syrian-US military delegation came under gunfire in the desert area of Palmyra, according to Syrian state media. The incident occurred while members of the U.S. forces and Syrian security services were conducting a joint tour in the region,......

Belarus frees 123 prisoners including Nobel peace prize laureate Ales Bialiatski

Belarus has released 123 prisoners, including human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski, following diplomatic discussions between Minsk and Washington, according to human rights organizations and official sources. The release was confirmed by Viasna, the leading Belarusian......

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