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Japan Rejects China's 'New Militarism' Claims

Japan's defense minister, Shinjiro Koizumi , rejected accusations of 'new militarism' during the annual Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. According to multiple reports, Koizumi criticized China for rapidly increasing its military capabilities without sufficient transparency, underlining deepening te

May 31, 2:43 AM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Trump Decides on Iran Ceasefire Deal Amid Tensions

President Donald Trump met with his top advisors in the White House Situation Room to decide whether to accept an extended ceasefire agreement with Iran. The deal, following intense negotiations, aims to address key issues including Iran's nuclear program and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. A

May 29, 11:16 AM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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US Threatens Oman Over Hormuz Strait Tolls

The United States warned Oman on Thursday not to engage in facilitating tolls for the Strait of Hormuz, threatening sanctions and potential military action if it aids Iran's efforts to impose fees on commercial ships. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a post on X that the U.S. government

May 29, 5:15 AM ET Est. Read: 1 Mins

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Conflict

Russian Drone Hits Romanian Apartment Building

A Russian drone intended for Ukraine struck an apartment building in Galati, Romania , injuring two people during an overnight attack on May 29, 2026. This incident marked the first time a drone has hit a densely populated area in Romania since the start of the war. The drone entered Romanian airspa

May 29, 3:28 AM ET·3 min read

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Guatemala Seeks US Aid Against Drug Trafficking

Guatemala has requested US military cooperation to combat drug trafficking within its borders, focusing on equipment, training, and expertise. President Bernardo Arévalo confirmed that the agreement does not authorize foreign military operations in Guatemala but falls under existing bilateral agreem

May 28, 8:25 PM ET·1 min read

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HumanRights

Chinese Dissident Detained in South Korea After Boat Escape

A Chinese dissident, Dong Guangping , is in South Korean custody after a perilous escape from China by rubber boat. The 68-year-old former police officer was detained on Monday night near Taean County on South Korea's western coast and faces immigration law violations. The South Korean coast guard s

May 28, 1:39 PM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

U.S. Strikes Iranian Targets Near Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces conducted overnight strikes against Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz, according to a U.S. official who spoke to NPR and CNBC. The strikes were in response to recent attacks by Iran's Revolutionary Guard on an American base that had previously launched operations. The es

May 28, 7:29 AM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Bangladesh Spares Albino Buffalo Nicknamed Trump

An albino buffalo nicknamed 'Donald Trump' due to its distinctive blond tuft was spared from sacrifice during Eid al-Adha after a last-minute government intervention in Bangladesh. The nearly 1,500-pound animal had been sold for ritual slaughter when authorities stepped in, citing security concerns

May 28, 3:38 AM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Cuba Denies U.S. Threat Claims Amid Escalating Tensions

Cuba has vehemently denied claims by the Trump administration that it poses a national security threat, asserting its right to defend itself if necessary. The island is currently grappling with severe food shortages and prolonged power outages due to an oil blockade imposed by the U.S., as reported

May 27, 9:30 PM ET·5 min read

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Diplomacy

Ghana Repatriates Citizens After South African Protests

Ghana has begun the voluntary repatriation of its citizens from South Africa following a wave of anti-immigrant protests that have heightened safety concerns. On Wednesday, 300 Ghanaians, including women and children, departed Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport on one of the first flights

May 27, 6:51 PM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Canada Chooses Swedish Planes Over US Model

Canada has announced plans to buy a fleet of early warning planes from Sweden’s Saab rather than a competing option from Boeing, marking a shift away from reliance on U.S. defense firms. Prime Minister Mark Carney revealed the decision at a defense conference in Ottawa, stating that Canada would opt

May 27, 1:24 PM ET·3 min read

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Diplomacy

Iran Ends 88-Day Internet Blackout

Iran has restored internet access after an unprecedented 88-day nationwide blackout, marking the longest such shutdown in modern history. President Masoud Pezeshkian ordered the reconnection, citing economic and social needs. The decision comes as Iranians expressed joy at being able to reconnect wi

May 27, 11:19 AM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

U.S.-Iran Talks Progress Amid Strikes

U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts showed signs of progress on Tuesday as investors weighed optimism over a potential peace deal against risks posed by renewed military strikes, according to multiple reports. The talks focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route through which about

May 27, 9:29 AM ET·2 min read

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Military

Kim Jong Un Tests AI-Guided Missiles Near South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the testing of new tactical missile and artillery systems near South Korea, as reported by state-run media on Wednesday. The tests, conducted Tuesday, included a lightweight multi-purpose missile launcher, a tactical cruise missile system with AI-based termina

May 27, 5:21 AM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

U.S. Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats Kill Over 200 in Pacific

The U.S. military carried out another strike on a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men as part of a months-long campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America according to multiple reports . This latest attack brings the number of people killed in such

May 26, 11:59 PM ET·2 min read

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Security

South Korea Plans Nuclear Submarine Launch by Mid-2030s

South Korea plans to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s, according to Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back and other officials. This new program is designed to counter North Korea's growing submarine-launched nuclear and missile threats, as reported by TimesLIVE , Reuters , and UPI

May 26, 8:13 PM ET·1 min read

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Conflict

Israel Kills Hamas Military Chief in Gaza Strike

An Israeli airstrike on Tuesday evening killed Mohammed Odeh, Hamas' newly appointed military wing leader, along with his wife and two children in Gaza City's Rimal neighborhood. The strike targeted the upper three floors of the al-Kayali building above one of Gaza's busiest market areas. The attack

May 26, 8:13 PM ET·3 min read

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Space

NASA Advances Moon Base Plans with Contracts

NASA has taken significant steps toward establishing a permanent lunar base, awarding contracts for rovers and robotic landers as part of its ambitious Moon Base initiative. The agency announced these developments during a press conference led by Administrator Jared Isaacman. The two companies selec

May 26, 6:20 PM ET·3 min read

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Conflict

HRW Accuses UAE of Recruiting Colombian Mercenaries for Sudan War

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of recruiting and training Colombian mercenaries to support the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan's civil war. According to HRW, these mercenaries transited through Emirati military bases before being deployed to Sudan. The UAE ve

May 26, 11:47 AM ET·4 min read

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HumanRights

Australia Repatriates IS-Linked Women, Children

Australia repatriated seven women and twelve children linked to Islamic State (IS) from Syria on Tuesday. The group landed in Melbourne and Sydney after being held at the al-Roj camp since 2019. Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirmed that those who committed crimes can expect legal consequences.

May 26, 4:16 AM ET·4 min read

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Religion

Pope Leo XIV Apologizes for Vatican's Role in Slavery

Pope Leo XIV issued an unprecedented apology on Monday for the Catholic Church's role in legitimizing slavery and its failure to condemn it for centuries. In his first papal encyclical titled 'Magnifica Humanitas' , Pope Leo acknowledged that past popes had authorized European sovereigns to subjugat

May 26, 2:16 AM ET·2 min read

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Conflict

US Strikes Iranian Targets Amid Tense Negotiations

The U.S. military carried out defensive strikes against Iranian targets in southern Iran on Monday, targeting boats attempting to lay mines and missile launch sites near Bandar Abbas, a port city along the Strait of Hormuz. According to multiple reports, these actions were taken 'to protect our troo

May 25, 9:04 PM ET·3 min read

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Conflict

Israel Captures Beaufort Castle

Israeli forces captured the medieval Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon on Sunday, marking their deepest military incursion into the country since Israel ended its 18-year occupation of south Lebanon twenty-six years ago. The strategic hilltop castle, dating back to the Crusader era, offers command

May 25, 5:26 PM ET·3 min read

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Trade

India Shifts Oil Imports Amid Hormuz Disruption

Indian refiners have turned to Latin American and African countries for oil imports following disruptions in the Middle East due to the Israeli-US war on Iran, which restricted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The world's third-largest oil importer and consumer typically sourced most of its crude f

May 25, 1:47 PM ET·1 min read

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World

Japan Rejects China's 'New Militarism' Claims

Trump Decides on Iran Ceasefire Deal Amid Tensions

US Threatens Oman Over Hormuz Strait Tolls

Russian Drone Hits Romanian Apartment Building

Guatemala Seeks US Aid Against Drug Trafficking

Chinese Dissident Detained in South Korea After Boat Escape

U.S. Strikes Iranian Targets Near Strait of Hormuz

Bangladesh Spares Albino Buffalo Nicknamed Trump

Cuba Denies U.S. Threat Claims Amid Escalating Tensions

Ghana Repatriates Citizens After South African Protests

Canada Chooses Swedish Planes Over US Model