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Hegseth Denies Iran's Kamikaze Dolphins Amid Hormuz Tensions

During a Pentagon press briefing on Tuesday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied reports that Iran possesses 'kamikaze dolphins,' according to coverage from HuffPost, CBS News, and CNBC. The question about weaponized marine mammals was raised by Daily Wire reporter Mary Margaret Olohan, citing a W

May 5, 9:43 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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U.S. Strikes Kill Five in Two Days as Drug Campaign Death Toll Rises

The U.S. military conducted strikes on suspected drug-trafficking vessels in both the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean within two days, killing five people. These operations bring the total death toll from similar strikes since September to at least 192 , according to multiple reports. A stri

May 5, 3:11 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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WorldConflict

Sudan Accuses Ethiopia, UAE of Drone Attacks on Khartoum Airport

Sudan has accused neighboring Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of orchestrating drone strikes on its main international airport in Khartoum, describing the assault as 'direct aggression.' The attack occurred on Monday, targeting both the airport and military installations in the Greater K

May 5, 8:37 AM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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Mali's Goïta Takes Defense Post After Minister Killed in Attack

Mali's military leader Gen. Assimi Goïta has taken over as defense minister following the death of his predecessor, Sadio Camara , in a suicide truck bombing near the capital, Bamako. The attack was part of a broader wave of insurgent assaults across the country by an alliance of jihadists and separ

May 4, 2:21 PM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

Starmer Announces UK Joining EU's £78bn Ukraine Loan Scheme

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans for Britain to join the European Union’s £78bn loan scheme for Ukraine during a summit of the European Political Community (EPC) in Yerevan, Armenia. The move is part of broader efforts to strengthen defense ties between the UK and EU amid rising tensio

May 3, 5:44 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Two Sudanese Women Die in Channel Crossing Attempt

Two Sudanese women died while attempting to cross the English Channel from France, according to multiple reports. The incident occurred early Sunday morning when a boat carrying around 82 people ran aground on the beach of Neufchâtel-Hardelot near Boulogne-sur-Mer. One victim was identified as a 16-

May 3, 11:41 AM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

600-Person Search for Missing U.S. Soldiers in Morocco

Over 600 military personnel from multiple countries are searching for two U.S. soldiers who went missing in southwestern Morocco on May 2 during the African Lion multinational military exercises. The incident occurred near ocean cliffs at the Cap Draa Training Area, close to Tan-Tan and the Atlantic

May 3, 10:00 AM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Taiwan's Lai Visits Eswatini Amid China Pressure

Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te completed an unannounced visit to Eswatini on May 3, 2026, aboard King Mswati III's private A340 aircraft. The trip was rescheduled after China pressured Seychelles, Mauritius, and Madagascar to deny overflight permissions for his original travel plans in Apr

May 2, 7:56 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Narges Mohammadi Hospitalized in Critical Condition

Iranian Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi , 54, has been urgently transferred from prison to a hospital in Zanjan following severe health deterioration. According to the Narges Mohammadi Foundation and Reuters reports, she experienced two episodes of complete loss of consciousness and a se

May 2, 4:26 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

China Warns US on Taiwan Ahead of Trump Visit

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi warned U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Taiwan poses the biggest risk in China-U.S. relations ahead of President Donald Trump's scheduled visit to Beijing on May 14-15. In a call, Wang emphasized safeguarding bilateral stability and preparing for key high-lev

May 1, 11:11 PM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

Iran Proposes Talks as US Launches 'Project Freedom'

Iran has submitted a new proposal for negotiations with the United States aimed at ending their ongoing war, according to multiple sources. The proposal was received by Pakistan late on Thursday and forwarded to the U.S., though details of the proposal remain undisclosed. The announcement came as gl

May 1, 1:31 PM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

Israel Extends Detention of Two Gaza Flotilla Activists

An Israeli court has extended the detention of two pro-Palestinian activists, Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Ávila, until May 10. The pair were arrested aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted in international waters near Greece on Wednesday. According to multiple reports, Judge Yaniv Ben-Haroush grant

May 1, 7:05 AM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

First US-Venezuela Flight in Seven Years Lands

For the first time in seven years, a direct commercial flight from the United States landed in Caracas, Venezuela, on Thursday. The American Airlines flight, operated by Envoy Air, departed Miami at 10:11 a.m. EDT and arrived in the Venezuelan capital around three hours later. The resumption of flig

Apr 30, 7:42 PM ET·1 min read

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Diplomacy

Rubio Downplays Falklands Review Reports

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio downplayed reports that the US could review its position on the UK's sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, calling a leaked Pentagon email suggesting such a move 'just an email'. According to multiple sources, the internal communication proposed options to punish N

Apr 30, 5:34 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Press Freedom Hits Lowest Level in 25 Years

Press freedom around the world has reached its lowest level in a quarter of a century, according to the World Press Freedom Index compiled by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The average score for the 180 countries assessed was the lowest in the index’s 25-year history. For the first time, more than

Apr 30, 3:16 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Mamdani Urges Koh-i-Noor Return; Reform Leader Threatens Ban

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has urged King Charles III to return the Koh-i-Noor diamond to India during their meeting at the 9/11 Memorial. The move has sparked a diplomatic row, with Reform UK leader Zia Yusuf threatening to ban Mamdani from entering Britain unless he retracts his statement.

Apr 30, 6:45 AM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

Pentagon Considers Deploying Hypersonic Weapon to Middle East

The Pentagon is exploring the potential deployment of its new Dark Eagle hypersonic weapon system to the Middle East, according to reports. This consideration comes as Iran has reportedly moved ballistic missile launchers beyond the range of existing U.S. strike systems, including the Army's Precisi

Apr 29, 6:26 PM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

US, Latin American Allies Back Panama Amid China Port Dispute

The United States and five Latin American countries—Bolivia, Costa Rica, Guyana, Paraguay, Trinidad and Tobago—have issued a joint statement supporting Panama's sovereignty amid alleged Chinese economic retaliation. According to UPI , the signatories warned that China's actions against Panama-flagge

Apr 29, 3:33 PM ET·2 min read

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UN Warns of Extreme Hunger in Darfur

Five million children across Sudan’s Darfur region face extreme deprivation as the civil war enters its fourth year, according to an emergency warning issued by the United Nations children's agency on Tuesday. The warning, known as a “ Child Alert ,” is used sparingly and signals that conditions hav

Apr 29, 10:14 AM ET·1 min read

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Diplomacy

Belarus Releases Journalist Andrzej Poczobut in Prisoner Swap

Belarus has released prominent journalist Andrzej Poczobut as part of a 10-person prisoner swap with Poland, Moldova, Romania, Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and the US. According to multiple reports, Poczobut was serving an eight-year sentence in Belarus for politically motivated charges related to h

Apr 28, 3:58 PM ET·1 min read

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Diplomacy

UAE Exits OPEC Amid Geopolitical Tensions

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) on May 1, marking a significant shift in global energy dynamics. The decision, driven by the UAE's long-term strategic vision and economic interests, comes after nearly six decades of membership. A

Apr 28, 9:20 AM ET·3 min read

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Demographics

UK Population Growth Slows Due to Immigration Drop

The UK's population is expected to grow more slowly than previously projected, reaching 71 million by mid-2034 instead of the earlier estimate of 72.2 million. This revision comes from lower immigration assumptions and declining fertility rates, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

Apr 28, 7:24 AM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

Suspected Pirates Hijack Cargo Vessel Off Somalia

Suspected pirates have hijacked the cargo vessel Sward off Somalia’s coast and are sailing it toward the coastal town of Garacad. The incident occurred near Garacad on April 26, with reports indicating that nine armed individuals boarded the ship. According to maritime security groups Vanguard and A

Apr 28, 5:22 AM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

Sanctioned Russian Billionaire's Yacht Sails Through Strait of Hormuz

A superyacht linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov successfully navigated through the blockaded Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, according to reports from multiple outlets including Daily Mail and BBC. The vessel, named Nord, traveled from Dubai to Muscat despite severe restric

Apr 28, 5:22 AM ET·2 min read

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Hegseth Denies Iran's Kamikaze Dolphins Amid Hormuz Tensions

U.S. Strikes Kill Five in Two Days as Drug Campaign Death Toll Rises

Sudan Accuses Ethiopia, UAE of Drone Attacks on Khartoum Airport

Mali's Goïta Takes Defense Post After Minister Killed in Attack

Starmer Announces UK Joining EU's £78bn Ukraine Loan Scheme

Two Sudanese Women Die in Channel Crossing Attempt

600-Person Search for Missing U.S. Soldiers in Morocco

Taiwan's Lai Visits Eswatini Amid China Pressure

Narges Mohammadi Hospitalized in Critical Condition

China Warns US on Taiwan Ahead of Trump Visit

Iran Proposes Talks as US Launches 'Project Freedom'

Israel Extends Detention of Two Gaza Flotilla Activists

First US-Venezuela Flight in Seven Years Lands

Rubio Downplays Falklands Review Reports

Press Freedom Hits Lowest Level in 25 Years

Mamdani Urges Koh-i-Noor Return; Reform Leader Threatens Ban

Pentagon Considers Deploying Hypersonic Weapon to Middle East

US, Latin American Allies Back Panama Amid China Port Dispute

UN Warns of Extreme Hunger in Darfur

Belarus Releases Journalist Andrzej Poczobut in Prisoner Swap

UAE Exits OPEC Amid Geopolitical Tensions

UK Population Growth Slows Due to Immigration Drop

Suspected Pirates Hijack Cargo Vessel Off Somalia

Sanctioned Russian Billionaire's Yacht Sails Through Strait of Hormuz

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Hegseth Denies Iran's Kamikaze Dolphins Amid Hormuz Tensions

U.S. Strikes Kill Five in Two Days as Drug Campaign Death Toll Rises

Sudan Accuses Ethiopia, UAE of Drone Attacks on Khartoum Airport

Mali's Goïta Takes Defense Post After Minister Killed in Attack

Starmer Announces UK Joining EU's £78bn Ukraine Loan Scheme

Two Sudanese Women Die in Channel Crossing Attempt

600-Person Search for Missing U.S. Soldiers in Morocco

Taiwan's Lai Visits Eswatini Amid China Pressure

Narges Mohammadi Hospitalized in Critical Condition

China Warns US on Taiwan Ahead of Trump Visit

Iran Proposes Talks as US Launches 'Project Freedom'

Israel Extends Detention of Two Gaza Flotilla Activists

First US-Venezuela Flight in Seven Years Lands

Rubio Downplays Falklands Review Reports

Press Freedom Hits Lowest Level in 25 Years

Mamdani Urges Koh-i-Noor Return; Reform Leader Threatens Ban

Pentagon Considers Deploying Hypersonic Weapon to Middle East

US, Latin American Allies Back Panama Amid China Port Dispute

UN Warns of Extreme Hunger in Darfur

Belarus Releases Journalist Andrzej Poczobut in Prisoner Swap

UAE Exits OPEC Amid Geopolitical Tensions

UK Population Growth Slows Due to Immigration Drop

Suspected Pirates Hijack Cargo Vessel Off Somalia

Sanctioned Russian Billionaire's Yacht Sails Through Strait of Hormuz

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