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Russian strikes in Ukraine killed 10 people, hit Russian oil tankers and a terminal, but the extent of the damage is unclear. Fatalities have been reported around Ukraine as Kyiv says Russian "shadow fleet" tankers were hit by drones.
Two top US Republicans say Germany's plan to cut 5,000 troops sends the wrong signal to Russia, risking deterrence. The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees said withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.
US President Donald Trump faces a choice between a military operation deemed impossible by Iran's intelligence organisation and a peace proposal, Republic of Iran has presented a proposal to Trump, who must decide on a course of action.
The US plans to cut troops in Germany amid a deepening spat between President Trump and Chancellor Merz over the war on Iran. The move strains US-German relations, with tensions escalating between the two nations.
US President Donald Trump has expressed doubts about an Iranian peace proposal, saying Iran has not yet paid a big enough price. Trump's comments suggest he may reject the proposal, which has been presented by the Iranian government.
Iran's military has given the US 30 days to end the war, presenting two options: a military operation deemed impossible or a bad deal. The ultimatum comes as tensions between the two nations continue to escalate.
Israel approved a purchase of F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets from Lockheed Martin and Boeing. Purchase includes two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing.
Two US service members are missing in Morocco after military exercises near Tan.
Trump reviewed a new peace plan and said Iran has not paid a big enough price.
Iran has kept the Strait of Hormuz largely closed after US actions. Iran has kept the key Strait of Hormuz largely closed.
Iran has vowed to protect its nuclear stockpile despite Trump's threats. The country's former Ayatollah Ali Khamenei previously disapproved of using nuclear weapons on religious grounds. Iran has ‘vowed’ to protect its nuclear stockpile against Trump’s threats even as its former Ayatollah Ali Khamenei disapproved of using nuclear weapons on religious grounds.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te began a trip to Eswatini despite China's criticism. Lai Ching-te’s despicable conduct. like a rat scurrying across the street. will inevitably be met with ridicule by the international community, says China’s Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson.
Crowds in Tehran rallied behind the flag with slogans addressing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. A slogan on a wall nearby in Farsi read, “Meydan bashuma, khayabane ba ma”. ‘The battlefield is yours.
Meenu Batra, an Indian woman, was released after 6 weeks in ICE custody, holding a withholding of removal status after 35 years in the US. Meenu Batra holds a "withholding of removal" status.
The Sears Tower, completed in 1973, held the title of world's tallest building for nearly 25 years before being surpassed. Now ranked 25th, the tower remains a notable landmark in Chicago, with its height still a subject of urban legend.
Global demand for rare earth minerals is driving criminal activity in the Amazon Rainforest, fueled by surging demand for critical minerals used in drones and electric cars. Global demand for critical minerals, used to build drones and electric cars, is surging, setting of a new wave of criminality in the world’s largest rainforest.
A US indictment of a Mexican governor spotlighted cartel corruption in Mexico. The U. S. indictment of a Mexican governor has spotlighted cartel corruption, strained cross-border relations and handed President Claudia Sheinbaum a thorny choice.
Diljit Dosanjh asked pro-Khalistan supporters to leave his concert in Calgary, Canada, after they waved a flag. Singer Diljit Dosanjh at the concert in Canada's Calgary.
US carriers are offering rescue fares to Spirit Airlines passengers as the airline winds down, following bankruptcy and potential bailout talks. Spirit Airlines has been in and out of bankruptcy since 2024, and the White House was recently considering a bailout.
China's security model combines technology, community, and digital growth, ’s security model blends tech, community, and digital growth Modern Diplomacy.
A man was charged with murdering a five-year-old girl in central Australia. The girl's death sparked a riot. A man has been charged with murdering a five-year-old girl in central Australia, days after her killing sparked a riot.
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