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Prominent Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike, though a widespread youth protest movement, dubbed the 'Cockroach' protests, continues to gather momentum across India, prompting government engagement.
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The United States has enacted a fresh wave of tariffs on imports from 60 countries, citing concerns over forced labor. These new duties, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, replace expiring temporary global levies.
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The United States has concluded a significant civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, granting American companies substantial access to the Kingdom's emerging nuclear energy sector. The deal, approved by the Trump administration, has ignited concerns across the Middle East, particularly in Israel, regarding potential nuclear proliferation.
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U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States would target Iranian civilian infrastructure for each ship hit in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Tehran to warn of retaliation against regional energy sites. The escalating rhetoric raises concerns of a broader conflict and economic repercussions.
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The US has reached a deal with Saudi Arabia to allow the kingdom to enrich uranium, sparking concerns over nuclear proliferation. The agreement is expected to deepen US-Saudi ties and potentially lead to a nuclear arms race in the Middle East.
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The United States has conducted its eleventh consecutive night of strikes against targets in Iran, as President Donald Trump issued a new threat to attack an underground nuclear facility. These military actions are overshadowing ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure an interim ceasefire.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed the country's top army commander, Oleksandr Syrskyi, following days of widespread protests. The move, one of the most significant political crises since the 2022 invasion, comes amidst a dispute between military factions and public outcry over the earlier removal of popular Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
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The United States has escalated its military campaign against Iran, completing an 11th consecutive night of strikes, while President Donald Trump issued a direct threat to attack an underground Iranian nuclear site. The intensified conflict has broadened geographically, strained diplomatic efforts, and raised global economic concerns.
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The US and Iran have engaged in fresh strikes, with nearly 100 US troops injured in the past two weeks, as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate. The conflict has also drawn in other countries, with the Houthis in Yemen announcing a Red Sea blockade on Saudi Arabia, potentially opening a new front in the war.
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Demonstrations in the Italian city of Bologna have turned violent following the death of a Moroccan-born man while in police custody. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has condemned the unrest while pledging an official investigation into the circumstances of the arrest.
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The Pentagon has confirmed that nearly 100 U.S. service members have been injured over the last two weeks as fighting with Iran intensifies. Meanwhile, Houthi militants have declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, rattling global oil markets and forcing tankers to divert.
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A series of devastating flash floods has struck the Nuristan province, resulting in a confirmed death toll of at least 23 people. Rescue operations are currently underway as authorities report that over 100 individuals remain missing.