Russia
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Russia Threatens More Strikes on Kyiv
BBC reports that Russia has warned of intensified strikes on Kyiv….
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China Extends Astronaut’s Mission to One Year
China Manned Space Agency highlighted that the extended stay will provide crucial data on astronaut health….
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Putin Meets Xi in Beijing Days After Trump Visit
Putin and Xi emphasized their shared vision of a multipolar world order….
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Tehran Warns U.S. of ‘Surprises’ as Xi–Putin Meet in Beijing
underscoring the volatility of the Gulf standoff….
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Putin Moves to Bolster China Ties After Trump–Xi Talks
Vladimir Putin is seeking to reinforce Moscow’s strategic partnership with Beijing….
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Russian Ship Sinks Off Spain Amid Nuclear Cargo Suspicions
Intelligence sources suggest the ship may have been carrying nuclear reactors….
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Russia Warns Diplomats to Leave Kyiv Amid Strike Threat
urging them to evacuate in anticipation of possible strikes….
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Russia–Ukraine Truce Aligns with Victory Day
Russia has declared a temporary truce in Ukraine to coincide with its annual Victory Day commemorations….
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Araghchi Heads to Moscow as Trump Opens Door to Talks
Tehran’s push for stronger diplomatic backing amid the ongoing standoff with Washington.
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Kremlin’s Internet Clampdown Fuels Discontent
Kremlin’s tightening grip on Russia’s internet is stoking growing public frustration…
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Justice Department Settles with Trump Campaign Aide
The US Justice Department has reached a $1.25 million settlement with a former aide to Donald Trump’s
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Russia to Halt Kazakhstan’s Oil Flows to Germany via Druzhba
The decision highlights Russia’s leverage over transit routes and its ability to pressure European economies even without direct exports.
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Missed Call, Missed Deal
In August 2025, Trump doubled tariffs on Indian goods to 50%, citing India’s continued purchases of Russian oil.
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Trump’s Greenland Gambit Sparks Global Alarm
Critics argue the move disregards Greenland’s autonomy and Denmark’s sovereignty, while sidelining Indigenous communities.
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U.S. Tightens Grip on Venezuela’s Oil
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Venezuela will hand over 30–50 million barrels of oil currently locked in storage due to sanctions.
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U.S. Retreats from Global Institutions
Trump declared that the U.S. will no longer participate in a wide range of UN agencies, treaties, and international forums, citing “American sovereignty first.”
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Russia/Ukraine War: Fresh Strikes Hit Kyiv, 2 Civilians Killed
Local authorities confirmed two deaths and multiple injuries after residential areas were struck.
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Canada Eyes Arctic Security Amid Talk of a New ‘Cold’ War
Canada is moving to reinforce its Arctic defenses as global competition intensifies in the polar region.
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Russia Launches Three Iranian Satellites into Orbit
Paya weighs 150 kg, the heaviest satellite Iran has ever deployed
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Trump and Zelenskyy Signal Breakthrough in Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
The meeting comes amid continued Russian strikes on Kyiv, underscoring the urgency of a settlement. Analysts caution that while the rhetoric signals progress, territory and sovereignty questions remain the most difficult hurdles.
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EU Commits $105bn Loan to Bolster Ukraine’s Defence
The proposal underscores Europe’s determination to keep Kyiv’s military and economy afloat as the war grinds into its fourth year.
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Trump Signals Breakthrough in Berlin
President Donald Trump announced on December 15, 2025, that negotiations to end the war are nearing completion.
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Saudi Crown Prince’s U.S. Visit Focuses on Defence, AI, and Nuclear Cooperation
The visit includes meetings with President Donald Trump, senior Pentagon officials, and tech industry leaders.
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U.S. Proposal for Gaza Stabilisation Force Faces Push back at U.N.
The proposal, presented in closed-door consultations at the U.N. Security Council, envisions a temporary international force to maintain order.
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Israel–Gaza Conflict Continuation
Israel is deploying remote-controlled vehicles packed with explosives to demolish entire neighborhoods in Gaza City.
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U.S.–China Trade Talks Resume in Madrid
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer met with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng and trade negotiator Li Chenggang in Madrid
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India/BRICS Trade Tensions and Strategic Messaging
S. Jaishankar urged member nations to address trade imbalances
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Trump Shrugs Off China-Russia Axis
President Trump brushed off concerns about a growing China-Russia alliance, citing the U.S.’s unmatched military strength
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U.S.–India Trade Tensions Escalate
Trump slams India-U.S. trade ties as “a totally one-sided disaster” following Modi’s China visit
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India’s Geopolitical Balancing Game
Indian leaders call this economic blackmail, but remain firm. PM Modi stated, “India will never compromise on the interests of farmers, fishermen, and livestock breeders
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India’s Export Engine Faces U.S. Tariff Shock
U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed an additional 25% duty on Indian goods, stacking on top of the existing 25%, bringing total tariffs to 50%
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U.S. Trade Strategy, Trump’s Unorthodox Playbook
The strategy is described as “ad-hoc and contradictory,” with Trump leveraging trade pressure to extract deals
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Apple Expands iPhone Production in India Amid U.S.–India Tensions
Apple is ramping up iPhone 17 production at five factories in India
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Canada’s Arctic Strategy, Full Throttle with NATO
Anita Anand declared that Canada is “leaving no stone unturned” to defend its Arctic sovereignty
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Trump Penalizes India Over Russian Oil — More Tariffs May Follow
New Delhi called the move “unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable,” stressing that its energy imports are based on market needs and national security
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Modi to Visit China After 7 Years Amid Rising US Tensions
Narendra Modi will travel to Tianjin, China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit starting August 31
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Trade Tensions Escalate: India vs. U.S. & EU
U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to “substantially raise” tariffs on Indian exports
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Historic Eruption in Kamchatka
For the first time in 600 years, the Krasheninnikov volcano on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula erupted early Sunday
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Trump Threatens 10% Tariffs on BRICS Amid Brazil Summit
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a baseline 10% tariff on all imports to the U.S
