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Iran emphasises self-sufficiency in battle against US economic war
Iran’s government says domestic capacities will sustain its economy despite new US sanctions imposed this week, with officials emphasizing self-sufficiency strategies and stockpiling essential goods.
US imposes sanctions on Palestine Action and other left-wing groups
The US Treasury imposed sanctions on British activist group Palestine Action and other pro-Palestine organizations, escalating efforts against critics of Israel under the Trump administration.
Kurdish-led SDF has dissolved, but has Syria really unified its military?
The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces announced its dissolution on Tuesday, merging with the Syrian military, though analysts say the integration process remains incomplete and significant questions persist.
UNRWA chief condemns Israeli seizure of East Jerusalem facility
The head of UNRWA condemned an Israeli seizure of its East Jerusalem training facility, calling it part of a campaign to weaken the agency and eliminate Palestinian rights.
Israel-Hamas truce failure ‘point of no return,’ envoy warns
A UN official warns that failure of the Gaza ceasefire would represent a ‘point of no return,’ following Israeli PM Netanyahu’s rejection of a US-backed 15-point peace plan.
Iran faces strait of Hormuz paradox as strategic value of chokehold erodes
Iran’s strategic control of the Strait of Hormuz, recently described as central to its security doctrine, faces erosion as alternative pipeline routes and workarounds reduce its economic leverage and force reconsideration of Tehran’s negotiating position.
China hits out at ‘illegal’ new US sanctions on Iran and trading partners
The US announced sweeping new sanctions against Iran and its trading partners including China, which vowed to take “all necessary measures” to protect its interests and described the measures as illegal.
Nigeria kidnappings: President Bola Tinubu orders manhunt after victim video uploaded
Nigeria’s president has ordered a manhunt after armed gunmen attacked four villages in Niger state last Friday, with estimates suggesting up to 500 people were abducted in simultaneous assaults.
Ukraine war briefing: Small batch of Patriots arrives as Zelenskyy pleads for more
Ukraine has received a small batch of US Patriot interceptors and confirmed future supplies of French Crotale missiles, though President Zelenskyy says the country needs significantly more air defense systems.
Wisconsin kitten with 29 toes breaks world record for most toes on a cat
A Wisconsin Maine Coon kitten named Erebus Anomaly set a new Guinness World Record with 29 toes, surpassing the previous record of 28 held since 2002.
As Trump courts Kim, Pyongyang ups the price, while Seoul fears being sidelined
North Korea launched ballistic missiles Thursday hours after Trump announced plans to meet leader Kim Jong Un, dismissing U.S. efforts to shorten military drills with South Korea as insufficient.
Top Iran official says U.S. focus on economic warfare shows it has failed militarily
Iran’s parliament speaker dismissed Trump’s economic threats, asserting that years of U.S. sanctions have failed and suggesting Washington resorts to economic warfare after military attempts proved unsuccessful.
Ukraine war briefing: Nord Stream bombings were not us, Zelenskyy insists
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy denied state involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline bombings, while a Ukrainian man was arrested in Croatia on suspicion of participating in the attack.
Israeli strike on Gaza shelter extends casualty list
An Israeli air strike hit a tent sheltering displaced Palestinians in central Gaza near al-Aqsa Hospital, killing at least one person and wounding several others early Monday.
Russia to seize poorly protected infrastructure as Ukraine barrage persists
Russia’s president signed a decree allowing the state to seize control of critical infrastructure deemed inadequately protected from attack, amid ongoing Ukrainian drone strikes targeting energy facilities and industrial sites.
Japanese delegation seeks to soothe strained ties with China
Japanese lawmakers travelled to Beijing for talks aimed at restoring diplomatic ties strained by the prime minister’s comments on Taiwan and subsequent Chinese trade restrictions.
Kidnappers release video showing hundreds abducted from Nigerian mosque
Kidnappers released a video showing hundreds of worshippers abducted from a Nigerian mosque during Friday prayers, prompting authorities to launch a rescue operation.
Norway plans further development of Arctic drilling amid EU energy concerns
Norway plans to continue developing Arctic oil and gas reserves in the Barents Sea despite EU environmental concerns, citing European energy security needs following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Yemen’s Houthis report attack on Saudi ship
Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed an attack on a Saudi oil tanker off Yanbu in the Red Sea, with the vessel’s operator confirming a maritime incident occurred but reporting all crew members safe.
Mexico’s president condemns governor’s brief return to office
Mexico’s president criticized Governor Ruben Rocha Moya for briefly returning to office while under US drug-trafficking investigation, calling the action reckless and inappropriate.
U.S. debt tops $40 trillion. And, new census report Trump is touting raises concerns
U.S. national debt exceeded $40 trillion, with the deficit projected to surpass $2 trillion this year. A Census Bureau report cited by President Trump regarding noncitizen voting has raised concerns among data experts.
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The Townsville Bulletin reports that Townsville independent mayoral candidate Greg Dowling received $100,000 from one of Clive Palmer’s companies a day before he announced his candidacy. This strikes many in Townsville as odd, to say the least, because Dowling told...
What Are the Major Risks for the European Real Estate in 2019-2020?
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Why Developed Countries Maintain Such High Car Sales
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New Research Reveals American Attitudes Towards Climate Change
A new survey published uncovers Americans’ thoughts and attitudes towards climate change, showing more 50 percent of Americans don’t know what The Paris Agreement is, a global initiative to combat climate change that President Donald Trump’s administration famously...