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Professor Robert Pape discusses the rise of political violence in the US with Redi Tlhabi. Redi Tlhabi speaks to Professor Robert Pape on the rise of political violence in the US.
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At least six dead in heavy rains in northeast Brazil, thousands displaced
Heavy rains in northeast Brazil killed at least six people and displaced thousands. Studies show extreme rain has become more frequent in country, as Pernambuco and Paraiba states again battered.
Mexican governor indicted by US steps down
Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya stepped down after being indicted by the US. He was accused of protecting the Sinaloa cartel and taking millions in bribes. Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya has been accused of protecting the powerful Sinaloa cartel and helping it smuggle drugs into the US, allegedly taking in millions of dollars in bribes.
ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric warns of the war's impact on civilians
ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric warns of the Iran war's impact on civilians after her trip. The ICRC president talks about her recent trip to Iran, and warns about the impact of the Iran war on civilians.
Spirit Airlines collapses amid rising fuel costs from war on Iran
Spirit Airlines shut down after talks for a government bailout failed due to rising fuel costs. US budget carrier Spirit Airlines shuts down after talks for a government bailout failed.
Khartoum drone strike kills five Sudan NGO reports
Israeli forces expanded the "orange line" in Gaza, tightening movement restrictions and raising deadly risks for civilians. The expanded zone now covers more areas, further isolating the Palestinian territory. The attack, the second in a week, follows months of relative calm in the city after government forces regained control.
Syria becomes alternative energy corridor for oil as Hormuz effectively blo
Syria receives hundreds of Iraqi oil trucks hauling crude overland as an alternative energy corridor to Europe. Syria is receiving hundreds of Iraqi oil trucks hauling crude overland as an alternative energy corridor to Europe.
What to Know About the Mideast Standoff
Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz impasse stall war negotiations. Negotiations to end the war are at an impasse over Iran’s nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz, which remains mostly shut.
Israel’s expanding ‘orange line’ tightens deadly no-go zones in Gaza
Israel's military expanded the "orange line" in Gaza, deepening movement restrictions and increasing risks for civilians. The expanded zone now covers more areas, further isolating the Palestinian territory. Israel’s expanding “orange line” is deepening movement restrictions across Gaza, raising deadly risks for civilians.
Oil Tanker Hijacked Off Yemen Coast, Directed Towards Somalia
An oil tanker was hijacked off Yemen's coast and directed towards Somalia. Piracy was rampant off the coast of Somalia in the 2000s.
Applying the US National Security Strategy to Africa’s Geography
The US applies its National Security Strategy to Africa's geography through Flexible Realism. Flexible Realism: Applying the US National Security Strategy to Africa’s Geography The SAIS Review of International Affairs.
Oil tanker hijacked off coast of Yemen and taken towards Somalia
An oil tanker was hijacked off the coast of Yemen and taken towards Somalia, the second such incident in the area in 10 days. The hijacking raised concerns about maritime security in the region.
Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war
US President Trump claims the Iran ceasefire terminates hostilities, arguing he no longer needs congressional approval for war. This assertion contradicts existing law requiring congressional authorisation for military action. The president writes that hostilities "have terminated" because of the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorisation.
US warns shipping firms over Iran ‘toll’ payments; Gulf bases ‘heavily damaged’: 10 developments
The US warned shipping firms over Iran toll payments and reported Gulf bases were heavily damaged.
Imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner in critical condition
Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi, a 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, is in critical condition after collapsing in prison. Her family reports her condition has worsened since a March heart attack, but no further details are available.
Ukraine eyes Belarus border activities as Russian strikes persist
Ukraine monitors Belarus border activities as Russian strikes continue and sanctions are imposed. The role of Belarus in Russia's war on Ukraine has provoked sanctions from Kyiv, which says it is ready to respond.
Why Russia’s Northern Sea Route remains a risky bet for global shipping
Russia's Northern Sea Route is hindered by political and environmental hurdles. Russia wants its Northern Sea Route to become an important artery of global trade. However, the arctic shortcut between Europe and Asia is fraught with both political and environmental hurdles.
Police arrest suspect over poisoned HiPP baby food
Austrian police arrested a 39-year-old man for allegedly attempting to blackmail a German baby food manufacturer over poisoned HiPP baby food. The suspect's involvement is still under investigation. A 39-year-old man has been arrested in Austria for his alleged involvement in an attempt to blackmail a German baby food manufacturer.
Fibre-optic drones
Small fibre-optic drones have emerged as a force in the Russia-Ukraine war and parts of the West Asia conflict. Their use has been reported in multiple regions, but details on their deployment remain scarce.
Banksy confirms new statue installed in central London is his work
Banksy confirmed his involvement in a new statue in Waterloo Place, London, which depicts a man holding a flag that blinds him. The statue appeared early Wednesday and has sparked public interest in the artist's latest work.
Germany says US troop withdrawal 'foreseeable' as Nato seeks clarification
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius expects the US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said the US decision to withdraw 5,000 troops was to be expected.
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