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Norwegian pension fund cuts ties with firms supplying Israeli military

Norway’s largest public pension fund, KLP, has announced its decision to withdraw investments from two international firms Oshkosh Corporation and ThyssenKrupp over concerns that their products are being used by the Israeli military in Gaza. KLP stated that it acted after reviewing UN reports......

Fresh Gaza casualties despite Israel-Iran ceasefire

At least 40 Palestinians were killed on Tuesday as Israeli forces continued operations in Gaza, according to medics and residents, despite a newly announced ceasefire between Israel and Iran. The agreement, confirmed by U.S. President Donald Trump, had sparked brief hope for an end to more than 20 months......

Israel and Iran intensify aerial strikes as Europe pushes for diplomatic breakthrough

As the second week of intense aerial conflict unfolds between Israel and Iran, European diplomatic efforts have intensified in hopes of drawing Tehran back to the negotiating table. This comes amid rising casualties and an uncertain stance from the United States, whose President Donald Trump has said......

Russia-Ukraine: List of Key Events, Day 1,211

As of Thursday, June 19, the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to intensify, marked by a devastating Russian offensive on Kyiv earlier this week. The death toll has now reached 28, with 130 others wounded, while rescue operations remain in progress. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy......

G7 Shows United Support for Ukraine Despite US Withdrawal

The Group of Seven (G7) leaders expressed strong backing for Ukraine on Tuesday, even in the absence of US President Donald Trump, who abruptly left the summit due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. This departure prevented a formal joint declaration pressing Russia to cease hostilities......

Russia-Ukraine War Key Developments Day 1,197

Russian drone strikes targeted apartment buildings in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, causing fires and injuring at least nine people, according to the city’s mayor. In response, Ukraine launched drone attacks against energy facilities in Russian-controlled territories of the Zaporizhia......

Russia and Ukraine Resume Peace Talks Despite Rising Tensions

Russian and Ukrainian officials are set to meet in Istanbul for their second direct peace talks since 2022, despite persistent hostilities and no clear path to a resolution. The meeting comes just a day after Ukraine launched strikes on Russian nuclear-capable bombers, escalating tensions. Both delegations......

Russia-Ukraine war escalates with new attacks and tensions in Europe

A train derailment in Russia’s Bryansk region, near the Ukrainian border, resulted in seven fatalities and 30 injuries. According to Moscow Railway, the incident was caused by unlawful interference in transport operations. Ukraine’s military has not commented on the event. Meanwhile, Russian......

Russia-Ukraine Conflict Key Developments Day 1,191

Russia announced on Thursday the capture of three Ukrainian villages—Stroivka in Kharkiv, and Shevchenko Pershe and Hnativka near Pokrovsk in Donetsk. Meanwhile, Ukraine reported widespread attacks overnight, including 90 drones and artillery strikes that killed at least seven civilians across......

Trump Slams Putin after Deadly Russian Strikes on Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump has fiercely criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin following one of the deadliest air raids in Russia's war on Ukraine. The unprecedented assault, which involved hundreds of drones and missiles, left at least 13 civilians dead and more than 60 injured. In a post......

Trump’s 50 percent tariff threat deepens US–EU trade tensions

The European Union has firmly responded to former President Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 50% tariff on all EU imports, emphasizing that transatlantic trade should be based on mutual respect rather than coercion. Trump’s statement, made on Truth Social, described negotiations with Brussels......

Oil surges amid rising Middle East tensions and Iran strike fears

Oil prices rose sharply following reports that Israel might be preparing to target Iranian nuclear facilities, sparking renewed geopolitical concerns. Crude benchmarks climbed over 1% after CNN cited US intelligence indicating Israel's intentions, heightening fears of broader conflict in the already......

EU and UK Intensify Pressure on Russia With Joint Sanctions

The European Union and the United Kingdom have jointly launched a new round of sanctions aimed at increasing pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine. These coordinated measures were announced amid growing diplomatic efforts to achieve a ceasefire. Both blocs are focusing......

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