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center199d ago

Belarus releases 250 political prisoners as part of US deal

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko ordered the release of 250 political prisoners on Thursday, following negotiations with a US special envoy. This action, reportedly part of a deal to ease US sanctions, aims to normalize relations between Belarus and the United States.

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Hegseth says no ‘timeframe’ for war on Iran as Pentagon asks for $200bn
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center199d ago

Hegseth says no ‘timeframe’ for war on Iran as Pentagon asks for $200bn

The Pentagon is requesting an additional $200 billion from Congress to fund the United States-Israel war with Iran, a conflict Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated has no set timeframe. Hegseth indicated the funding amount could change and that President Trump will ultimately decide when the conflict concludes.

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Gabbard says Pakistan missiles a future threat to US, but experts push back
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center200d ago

Gabbard says Pakistan missiles a future threat to US, but experts push back

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard stated Pakistan's long-range missile development could threaten the US homeland. However, Pakistani experts and former officials argue their missile program is India-specific and not aimed at global power projection.

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US responsible for deadly attack on Iranian school: Amnesty International
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center202d ago

US responsible for deadly attack on Iranian school: Amnesty International

Rights group says Tomahawk missile likely used in Minab school strike that killed at least 170 people, mostly children.

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European leaders reject military involvement in Strait of Hormuz
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center202d ago

European leaders reject military involvement in Strait of Hormuz

Pushback comes as US President Donald Trump says NATO allies should help secure key waterway amid soaring oil prices.

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Six killed in attacks on Ukraine as EU extends sanctions against Russians
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center204d ago

Six killed in attacks on Ukraine as EU extends sanctions against Russians

EU maintains pressure after slamming US for lifting sanctions on Russian oil exports as Middle East war bites.

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US Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq attacked with missile that hits helipad
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center205d ago

US Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq attacked with missile that hits helipad

The missile attack causes damage to the mission, according to sources, as smoke is seen rising from the building.

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US easing of Russia oil sanctions draws criticism
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BBC US & Canada
center205d ago

US easing of Russia oil sanctions draws criticism

Leaders in Europe and Canada have pushed back against Washington's move to allow Russia to sell stranded oil.

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Ukraine and allies fear easing Russian sanctions will prolong war
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BBC Europe
center205d ago

Ukraine and allies fear easing Russian sanctions will prolong war

Ukraine's president says the US decision "certainly does not help achieve peace".

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Why has Trump eased sanctions on Russian oil - and will it help Putin?
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BBC Europe
center205d ago

Why has Trump eased sanctions on Russian oil - and will it help Putin?

The US said easing sanctions on Russian oil would provide only a limited financial boost to Putin.

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How corporations have collaborated with US military over the decades
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center206d ago

How corporations have collaborated with US military over the decades

The US military is using AI tools during Iran war. But Pentagon's collaboration with tech companies goes back decades.

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Around 140 US service members wounded in Iran war, Pentagon says
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center208d ago

Around 140 US service members wounded in Iran war, Pentagon says

US Department of Defense says eight service members in critical condition as White House hails progress of assault.

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Is the Iran war really costing the US $2bn per day?
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center209d ago

Is the Iran war really costing the US $2bn per day?

The Pentagon has not yet released an official estimate of the cost of the US war on Iran.

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center210d ago

US allows India's Russian oil purchases again

Less than a month after India agreed to stop buying Russian oil in exchange for a US trade deal, Washington says it can buy it again. The latest reports suggest it may loosen other sanctions against Moscow.

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center210d ago

Why the US says India can buy Russian oil again

Less than a month after India agreed to stop buying Russian oil in exchange for a US trade deal, Washington says it can buy it again. The latest reports suggest it may loosen other sanctions against Moscow.

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Trump vows control over Iran leaders as US troop death toll rises to seven
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center210d ago

Trump vows control over Iran leaders as US troop death toll rises to seven

Trump says any new supreme leader will 'not last long' without US approval; Pentagon confirms seventh US soldier killed.

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War fuels debate in Cyprus over UK military bases
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center211d ago

War fuels debate in Cyprus over UK military bases

“British Bases Out” is the slogan of Cypriot protesters after a drone strike targeted the RAF Akrotiri airbase.

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Footage shows US citizen shot by ICE agent in Texas traffic stop
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BBC US & Canada
center212d ago

Footage shows US citizen shot by ICE agent in Texas traffic stop

The Department of Homeland Security did not disclose Martinez was shot by one of its agents until almost a year later.

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center212d ago

US, Ecuador launch joint anti-drug strikes

The United States and Ecuador said their forces have bombed a drug trafficker’s camp near Ecuador’s border with Colombia. The camp belonged to a dissident faction of the FARC guerrilla group.

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China spent years building ties in Latin America. Can Trump make room for the US?
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BBC Latin America
center212d ago

China spent years building ties in Latin America. Can Trump make room for the US?

US President Donald Trump will meet with ideologically-aligned Latin American leaders to try and counter China's influence in the region.

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