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7 hours ago

Security or justice? Syria faces post-Assad reckoning after string of arrests

Youssef's arrest symbolizes a pivotal moment for justice in Syria, but his forced confession raises concerns about accountability and transparency.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Could Iran's escalating economic crisis weaken negotiating position with US?

Iran's economy faces severe challenges due to war damages, inflation, and oil revenue loss, raising concerns among its political elite.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Prices surge, jobs disappear as war strains Iran's economy

Iran faces severe economic challenges due to sanctions, mismanagement, and conflict, leading to skyrocketing prices and job losses.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Iran war: What's happening on day 65 as Trump reviews new plan to end war?

Iran has proposed a 14-point plan to end the war, seeking nonaggression guarantees and sanctions relief, while the US remains skeptical about a deal.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump says Iran has not yet paid a big enough price' as he reviews new peace proposal

Donald Trump expressed skepticism about Iran's new peace proposal, stating they haven't paid a sufficient price for their actions over the past 47 years.
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fromwww.npr.org
14 hours ago

How does diplomacy work during a military deadlock?

Iran seeks a permanent end to the war, proposing a 30-day negotiation period, moving away from previous preconditions.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 hour ago

John Bolton Protests Trump Hasn't Finished the Job' in Iran: I'm a Little Surprised That He Hasn't Done It'

John Bolton urges President Trump to pursue regime change in Iran and use military force to open the Strait of Hormuz.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Iran war: What's happening on day 65 as Trump reviews new plan to end war?

Iran has proposed a 14-point plan to end the war, seeking nonaggression guarantees and sanctions relief, while the US remains skeptical about a deal.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump says Iran has not yet paid a big enough price' as he reviews new peace proposal

Donald Trump expressed skepticism about Iran's new peace proposal, stating they haven't paid a sufficient price for their actions over the past 47 years.
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fromAxios
2 hours ago

"He wants action": Trump's frustration with Iran stalemate sparked Hormuz gambit

The U.S. Navy will assist commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz while preparing for potential Iranian aggression.
#strait-of-hormuz
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: Trump says US to 'guide ships safely' from Hormuz

The US will guide neutral ships safely out of the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday.
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fromFortune
16 hours ago

Cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz comes under attack by multiple small boats as the U.S. and Iran exchange peace plans | Fortune

A cargo ship was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, marking ongoing tensions and threats to navigation in the area.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 hours ago

Iran war: What's happening on day 66 as Trump announces Hormuz mission?

Trump announces Project Freedom to navigate ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian control and tensions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Middle East crisis live: tanker hit by projectiles' in strait of Hormuz after Trump says US will help guide' stranded ships

A tanker was hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz as the US announced plans to assist trapped ships amid tensions with Iran.
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fromwww.dw.com
4 hours ago

Iran war: US to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump announced 'Project Freedom' to assist ships in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran warns of ceasefire violations.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: Trump says US to 'guide ships safely' from Hormuz

The US will guide neutral ships safely out of the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday.
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fromFortune
16 hours ago

Cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz comes under attack by multiple small boats as the U.S. and Iran exchange peace plans | Fortune

A cargo ship was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, marking ongoing tensions and threats to navigation in the area.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 hours ago

Iran warns US to stay out of Hormuz after Trump says US will guide' ships

The US will launch Project Freedom to assist stranded ships in the Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian military warnings against US intervention.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 hours ago

I can't feel my leg': Israeli gunfire disables teenagers in West Bank

Israeli soldiers have killed or maimed numerous young people in the Askar refugee camp, instilling fear and trauma in the community.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

Oil prices flat as Trump's plan for Strait of Hormuz fails to calm market

Trump's Project Freedom aims to guide stranded vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, but oil prices remain largely unchanged amid uncertainty.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Oil prices rise again with little sign of war on Iran ending

Brent crude prices surged to $126.41 amid ongoing tensions in the Iran conflict and blockades affecting oil exports.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours ago

Oil prices flat as Trump's plan for Strait of Hormuz fails to calm market

Trump's Project Freedom aims to guide stranded vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, but oil prices remain largely unchanged amid uncertainty.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Oil prices rise again with little sign of war on Iran ending

Brent crude prices surged to $126.41 amid ongoing tensions in the Iran conflict and blockades affecting oil exports.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 hours ago

Japan PM says Iran war oil crisis having enormous impact' in Asia Pacific

The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has been inflicting enormous impact on the Indo-Pacific, Takaichi said on Monday. We affirmed that Japan and Australia will closely communicate with each other in responding with a sense of urgency.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 hours ago

Dubai's main airport is ramping up flights after traffic slumped 66% in March

Dubai Airports is increasing flight operations as air travel recovers after a significant decline due to regional conflicts.
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3 hours ago

USDJPY struggles to stabilise after sharp drop as markets await fresh signals - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

USDJPY has stabilized after a sharp decline, reflecting cautious market sentiment amid intervention expectations and a wide US-Japan interest rate differential.
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1 day ago
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Iran war: Trump reviewing new Tehran proposal with doubt

Trump doubts the acceptability of Iran's proposal, while Iran emphasizes the US must choose between diplomacy or confrontation.
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago
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The 'Infighting' in Tehran Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

Infighting in Iran complicates U.S.-Iran negotiations, but does not reflect a simple military-civilian divide in authority.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: Trump reviewing new Tehran proposal with doubt

Trump doubts the acceptability of Iran's proposal, while Iran emphasizes the US must choose between diplomacy or confrontation.
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fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The 'Infighting' in Tehran Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

Infighting in Iran complicates U.S.-Iran negotiations, but does not reflect a simple military-civilian divide in authority.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

US approves $8.6bn in arms sales to Middle East allies

The US has approved $8.6bn in arms sales to Middle Eastern allies, bypassing Congress due to emergency circumstances amid the US-Israel war on Iran.
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fromFortune
17 hours ago

The clock is ticking as oil markets barrel toward nightmare scenarios with the West bracing for 'tank bottoms' and Iran racing to delay 'tank tops' | Fortune

The West and Iran face urgent oil market crises due to the Strait of Hormuz closure and U.S. naval blockade affecting inventories.
fromFortune
12 hours ago

Markets on alert as Trump vows 'Project Freedom' for Hormuz, setting up potential showdown after renewed attacks on ships | Fortune

Trump posted on Truth Social that the U.S. will guide ships from 'neutral and innocent' countries out of the Strait of Hormuz, dubbing the effort Project Freedom. He stated, 'The Ship movement is merely meant to free up people, companies, and Countries that have done absolutely nothing wrong - They are victims of circumstance.'
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Cuba gets trickle of intrepid tourists as Trump's oil blockade continues

Tourism in Cuba is declining due to US sanctions and military threats, despite some visitors still expressing love for the island.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cuba says Trump's fresh sanctions on its economy amount to collective punishment'

Cuba's government condemns new US sanctions as collective punishment, worsening economic conditions and threatening national sovereignty.
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fromTruthout
1 day ago

Trump Expands Cuba Sanctions; Diaz-Canel Says Nation Won't "Surrender"

Cuban President Díaz-Canel condemned U.S. sanctions and military threats, asserting Cuba's determination to defend its sovereignty against aggression.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Havana slams new Trump sanctions as collective punishment' of Cuban people

Cuba rejects US sanctions as unilateral coercive measures violating international law and punishing its people.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Cuba gets trickle of intrepid tourists as Trump's oil blockade continues

Tourism in Cuba is declining due to US sanctions and military threats, despite some visitors still expressing love for the island.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cuba says Trump's fresh sanctions on its economy amount to collective punishment'

Cuba's government condemns new US sanctions as collective punishment, worsening economic conditions and threatening national sovereignty.
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fromTruthout
1 day ago

Trump Expands Cuba Sanctions; Diaz-Canel Says Nation Won't "Surrender"

Cuban President Díaz-Canel condemned U.S. sanctions and military threats, asserting Cuba's determination to defend its sovereignty against aggression.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Havana slams new Trump sanctions as collective punishment' of Cuban people

Cuba rejects US sanctions as unilateral coercive measures violating international law and punishing its people.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

Who are the two Gaza flotilla activists abducted by Israel?

Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Avila are the only activists still detained from a Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted by Israel.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Israel navy to release six Australians in Greece after intercepting Gaza flotilla

Six Australians detained by IDF while transporting aid to Gaza will be released on a Greek island.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
21 hours ago

Who are the two Gaza flotilla activists abducted by Israel?

Saif Abu Keshek and Thiago Avila are the only activists still detained from a Gaza-bound flotilla intercepted by Israel.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Israel navy to release six Australians in Greece after intercepting Gaza flotilla

Six Australians detained by IDF while transporting aid to Gaza will be released on a Greek island.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
15 hours ago

Is Israel expanding into Gaza despite ceasefire?

Israel continues to expand military control in Gaza post-ceasefire, raising concerns about permanent occupation and implications for Palestinians.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Gaza aid flotilla activists appear in Israeli court after abduction

Israeli court extends detention of two activists from Gaza-bound flotilla for further interrogation amid accusations of terrorism and foreign contact.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

OPEC+ announces symbolic oil output rise during Strait of Hormuz closure

OPEC+ has agreed to a modest, largely symbolic oil output increase for June as the United States-Israel war on Iran disrupts Gulf supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
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fromFortune
19 hours ago

2 U.S. service members missing after multinational war games in Morocco | Fortune

Two U.S. service members are missing in Morocco during multinational military exercises, prompting a search and rescue operation by U.S. and Moroccan forces.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
23 hours ago

2 US service members missing after military exercises in Morocco

Two U.S. service members are missing in Morocco during multinational military exercises, prompting a search and rescue operation by AFRICOM.
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fromAxios
2 days ago

Scoop: U.S. blockade has cost Iran $4.8 billion, Pentagon says

The U.S. military blockade has redirected over 40 vessels and trapped 31 Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf.
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fromFortune
19 hours ago

2 U.S. service members missing after multinational war games in Morocco | Fortune

Two U.S. service members are missing in Morocco during multinational military exercises, prompting a search and rescue operation by U.S. and Moroccan forces.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
23 hours ago

2 US service members missing after military exercises in Morocco

Two U.S. service members are missing in Morocco during multinational military exercises, prompting a search and rescue operation by AFRICOM.
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fromAxios
2 days ago

Scoop: U.S. blockade has cost Iran $4.8 billion, Pentagon says

The U.S. military blockade has redirected over 40 vessels and trapped 31 Iranian oil tankers in the Gulf.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

UAE lifts all air traffic restrictions introduced since Iran war

UAE has lifted all flight restrictions, marking a significant recovery in the travel sector across the Middle East.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

UAE lifts all air traffic restrictions introduced since Iran war

UAE has lifted all flight restrictions, marking a significant recovery in the travel sector across the Middle East.
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fromwww.npr.org
13 hours ago

Gas prices went up more than 30 cents a gallon last week. How high could they go?

Gas prices in the U.S. have risen over 30 cents due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Taiwan leader visits Eswatini despite China's attempts to block trip

Taiwan's President William Lai signed trade agreements in Eswatini, affirming Taiwan's commitment to global engagement despite Chinese pressure.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Revealed: the cost of business-class flights to China for Taoiseach and officials on state visit

The Government spent more than €70,000 on business class flights for Taoiseach Micheál Martin and an Irish delegation as part of the state visit to China earlier this year.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

China urges reversal of UNIFIL departure from Lebanon as conflict escalates

UNIFIL faces increasing casualties amid ongoing conflict in Lebanon, prompting calls to reconsider its withdrawal amid a lack of genuine ceasefire.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Who Is Nayib Bukele? El Salvador's coolest dictator'

Nayib Bukele's crackdown on gang violence has led to the world's highest imprisonment rate and significant human rights concerns in El Salvador.
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fromFortune
1 day ago

Asia is being hammered by the Iran conflict's economic fallout. The U.S. has the playbook to help-and every reason to | Fortune

Asian economies face severe challenges due to the Iran conflict, impacting energy prices, food security, and economic growth.
fromAxios
2 days ago

The year that shook the Gulf

The Saudi sovereign wealth fund's exit from LIV Golf, after pouring more than $5 billion into the PGA competitor since 2022, is the first major casualty of the kingdom rationing cash as oil exports sink.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Australian activists released in Crete allege mistreatment by Israeli forces who intercepted Gaza flotilla

Zack Schofield alleged the protesters were subjected to violence by the Israeli forces, despite claims from Israel's foreign minister that they were taken off unharmed. They took people into the fourth shipping container and beat them with the butts of their rifles and batons, and with their fists and their feet.
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1 day ago

Yemen reports hijacked oil tanker headed for Somalia

Pirate activity has surged near Somalia due to naval distractions from the Iran war and increased hijackings of vessels.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Mali probes soldiers suspected of involvement in military base attacks

Five army personnel, including three active-duty soldiers, are suspects in coordinated attacks on military bases in Mali.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Mali probes soldiers over role in Jihadi attacks

Mali is investigating military personnel suspected of aiding recent jihadi and separatist attacks against the government.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Mali probes soldiers suspected of involvement in military base attacks

Five army personnel, including three active-duty soldiers, are suspects in coordinated attacks on military bases in Mali.
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fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Mali probes soldiers over role in Jihadi attacks

Mali is investigating military personnel suspected of aiding recent jihadi and separatist attacks against the government.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Spain demands Israel release arrested Gaza flotilla crew member

Spain demands the immediate release of Saif Abukeshek, asserting his illegal detention and calling it a kidnapping by Israeli forces.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner in critical condition

Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel laureate, is critically ill in prison, facing health deterioration and denied transfer to specialist care despite urgent requests.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner in critical condition

Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel laureate, is critically ill in prison, facing health deterioration and denied transfer to specialist care despite urgent requests.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Japan's Takaichi pledges deeper energy cooperation with Vietnam

Japan and Vietnam signed six agreements to enhance cooperation in technology, agriculture, energy, and critical minerals during Takaichi's visit to Hanoi.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

A Gut Punch For The Airlines': Energy Expert Rejects Trump Official's Claim About Spirit Airlines' Demise

High jet fuel costs from the Iran war significantly impacted Spirit Airlines, leading to flight cancellations and financial struggles in the airline sector.
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fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Is Myanmar's military winning the civil war?

Myanmar's military has regained some control and made political gestures while facing international isolation and allegations of war crimes.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Pakistan acting as backchannel as US and Iran inch towards deal, experts say

Pakistan is facilitating behind-the-scenes negotiations between Iran and the US to achieve a peace agreement amid regional tensions.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Myanmar attempts to rehabilitate image with Suu Kyi move

Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest after five years since the military coup in Myanmar.
fromTNW | Insights
3 days ago

Press freedom hits 25-year low as RSF names tech platforms alongside authoritarian governments as causes

For the first time in the 25-year history of the World Press Freedom Index, more than half of the world's countries now fall into the 'difficult' or 'very serious' categories for press freedom. The share is 52.2 per cent, up from 13.7 per cent when Reporters Without Borders first published the index in 2002.
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fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 days ago

Donald Trump makes major World Cup 2026 u-turn

Trump's initial warnings about Team Melli's safety in the US have shifted, as he now states, 'Well if Gianni said it, I'm OK [with it]. You know what, let them play.'
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Mali holds funeral for key junta figure killed in militant assaults

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Gianni Infantino affirms at the FIFA Congress that Iran will participate in the World Cup

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Mali holds funeral for key junta figure killed in militant assaults

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Gianni Infantino affirms at the FIFA Congress that Iran will participate in the World Cup

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Uganda copying Russia and China with new bill designed to crush dissent, say critics

The proposed protection of sovereignty bill 2026 threatens civil society and dissent by imposing severe penalties for foreign influence and funding.
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fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Chinese Government Just Got the World's Largest Digital Rights Conference Canceled

RightsCon 2026 was canceled due to pressure from the Chinese government regarding Taiwanese participation.
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fromSemafor
3 days ago

Iran war accelerates global green transition

The Iran war is accelerating the energy transition as governments seek to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
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