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US approves first sale of laser-guided precision rockets to Saudi Arabia

The United States has authorized the first-ever sale of advanced laser-guided rockets to Saudi Arabia, marking a significant development in military cooperation between the two nations. According to the Pentagon, the State Department has approved the transaction, valued at approximately $100 million,......

Houthi missile strike targets Israel amid Gaza conflict

The Houthis have launched a hypersonic missile aimed at Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, following the Israeli army's breach of a ceasefire in Gaza. According to a statement by Houthi spokesman Yahya Saree, the Yemeni armed forces successfully carried out a military operation targeting the airport......

Trump's funding cuts to US-funded media spark China's criticism

President Donald Trump recently signed an order halting funding for several US government-backed media outlets, including Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Asia (RFA), and Radio Free Europe. This decision comes as part of broader budget cuts targeting federal spending. Radio Free Asia, initially created......

A new phase for Syria: Brussels conference to address humanitarian and political challenges

The interim government in Damascus is set to participate on Monday in an international conference aimed at securing aid for Syria, a nation grappling with severe humanitarian crises and an uncertain political future following the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Since 2017, the European Union has hosted this......

US Intensifies Strikes on Houthis Amid Red Sea Tensions

The United States has vowed to continue its military operations against Yemen’s Houthi rebels until they halt their attacks on commercial shipping. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed this stance on Sunday, following a series of American airstrikes that reportedly killed at least 53......

Trump and the DR Congo: A Strategic Mining Deal in the Making

The United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are exploring a potential mining agreement that could reshape the region’s geopolitical landscape. The discussions, confirmed by the Congolese presidency, revolve around US access to the DRC’s vast reserves of cobalt, coltan,......

Diplomatic efforts on Iran's nuclear program resume in Beijing

Diplomats from Iran, Russia, and China have gathered in Beijing to discuss Tehran's nuclear program, aiming to revive negotiations after years of stagnation. According to Chinese state media, the three nations seek a diplomatic resolution to the issue. Ahead of the meeting, Chinese Foreign Ministry......

Ukraine Open to 30-Day Ceasefire as US Resumes Military Aid

The United States has agreed to restart military assistance and intelligence sharing with Ukraine following Kyiv’s willingness to accept a 30-day ceasefire in its ongoing conflict with Russia. In a joint statement issued after a meeting in Saudi Arabia, both nations acknowledged Ukraine’s......

Israeli delegation in Doha for truce talks

An Israeli delegation is set to arrive in Doha on Monday for indirect negotiations with Hamas regarding the continuation of the ceasefire in Gaza. These talks come amid significant disagreements between the conflicting parties. Ahead of the discussions, Israel has increased pressure on Hamas by announcing......

New Zealand dismisses diplomat over Trump WWII remarks

New Zealand has dismissed its ambassador to the United Kingdom after he publicly questioned U.S. President Donald Trump’s understanding of historical events leading to World War II. On Thursday, New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters declared that Phil Goff, the country’s High......

North Korea Demonstrates Counterattack Capabilities With Missile Tests

North Korea has conducted a strategic cruise missile test in the Yellow Sea, a drill that, according to Pyongyang, showcases its ability to retaliate against threats. The test, carried out on Wednesday, was observed by leader Kim Jong Un, as reported by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The missiles......

Hamas returns four hostage bodies amid fragile truce

Hamas has handed over the bodies of four Israeli hostages who died in Gaza, in exchange for Israel’s agreement to release over 600 Palestinian prisoners as part of a fragile ceasefire following fifteen months of conflict. This exchange is the latest development in a truce mediated by Qatar, Egypt,......

US Policy Shift on UN Resolutions Regarding the Russia-Ukraine War

After three years of unwavering support for Ukraine, the United States has altered its stance, voting against a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution condemning Russia’s invasion. Additionally, the US proposed an alternative resolution that avoided explicitly blaming Russia and instead......

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