The United Nations Human Rights Council recently voiced its displeasure with United States military operations in Venezuela, noting that such actions “undermine international law and heighten tensions within the region”. This warning from an authoritative UN body showcases growing unease about America’s interventionsism and possible violations to Venezuelan sovereignty by international actors like itself –...
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UK and France Bomb Underground IS Arms Bunker in Syria
Official statements from both countries’ defense authorities confirm a joint military operation conducted between Britain and France to strike at an underground arms bunker connected to Islamic State (IS) in Syria, in an act which symbolizes their continued efforts against extremist threats across Europe. This operation represents another demonstration of collaboration among European allies amid...
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Pakistan Denounces India’s Reckless Claim that Delhi Promotes Terror in Region
Pakistan strongly rejected recent statements by Indian officials accusing Islamabad of promoting terrorism in the region, labelling such charges “irresponsible, baseless, and misleading.” Pakistan issued this response amid renewed diplomatic friction between both nuclear-armed nations whose history of political and military tension runs deep. Pakistan’s Foreign Office issued an official statement dismissing India’s claims as...
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Pakistan Provided India a Memorable Lesson during the May War
The brief but intense military confrontation between Pakistan and India in May continues to shape political discourse and strategic thinking across South Asia. Pakistani officials and analysts have described it as a pivotal moment, emphasizing Pakistan’s “unforgettable lesson” delivered decisively while exercising strategic restraint. Although no prolonged conflict ensued from this episode, its effects will...
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As Authorities Prepare to Unveil Remaining Epstein Files, Survivors Are Nervous and Skeptical
Surviving victims associated with late financier Jeffrey Epstein have expressed significant alarm and uncertainty over the forthcoming release of remaining government files related to his long-running case. Though officials view it as a step toward transparency, survivors worry it may fall short in delivering full accountability and justice. Epstein died while awaiting trial on federal...
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Why Files Were Released with Heavy Redactions
When the long-awaited files related to high-profile investigations finally become public, many readers may be taken aback to find pages of blacked-out text, missing names and entire sections that remain unpublished. Such heavy redactions often spark accusations of secrecy or cover-up whereas document redaction involves complex legal and procedural considerations far beyond simple transparency versus...
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What Would be the Impact of a EUR90 Billion Loan on EU Finances?
The European Union’s decision to offer Ukraine a loan package of EUR90 billion has raised many questions over its scale and potential effects on EU finances. While the number may seem substantial, its implications are more complex than it first appears. At an EU level, loans are funded over several years using collective borrowing mechanisms...
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EU Leaders Face Difficult Decision on Russia’s Frozen Cash
Volodymyr Zelensky, president of Ukraine, recently called upon European Union leaders to act decisively with regard to billions in frozen Russian assets currently frozen, in order to use those funds for reconstruction in Ukraine – as war continues to tax its economy and infrastructure. His call comes at a time when EU policymakers face mounting...
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Trump Expands U.S. Travel Ban to Include Five Additional Countries
Trump announced plans to broaden his U.S. travel ban by adding five countries, according to statements from his campaign and officials familiar with policy direction. This move marks a renewed emphasis on immigration restrictions and national security measures that were hallmarks of his earlier presidency. The expanded travel ban will add five nations to an...
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What We Know About Sunday’s Shooting Victims
Australia is mourning after Sunday’s deadly shooting attack, which dispersed a peaceful public gathering and left families, communities, and the nation searching for answers. Investigators continue their work, while authorities release limited details regarding victims in order to provide a fuller picture of those lost and affected by violence. Police have confirmed that those affected...