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World politics
fromwww.dw.com
9 hours ago

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Japan approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, allowing lethal weapons sales and aiming to strengthen its domestic arms industry.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
9 hours ago

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Japan approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, allowing lethal weapons sales overseas to strengthen its arms industry and defense partnerships.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major shift of pacifist policy

Japan is lifting its ban on exporting lethal weapons, marking a significant shift from its post-World War II pacifist policies.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
9 hours ago

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Japan approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, allowing lethal weapons sales and aiming to strengthen its domestic arms industry.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
9 hours ago

Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports

Japan approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, allowing lethal weapons sales overseas to strengthen its arms industry and defense partnerships.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Japan lifts ban on lethal weapons exports in major shift of pacifist policy

Japan is lifting its ban on exporting lethal weapons, marking a significant shift from its post-World War II pacifist policies.
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#us-iran-relations
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 hours ago

US, Iran exchange threats as fragile ceasefire set to expire

US and Iran face escalating tensions as ceasefire nears end, with threats exchanged and peace talks uncertain.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

Iran war: What is happening on day 53 of the US-Israel conflict?

Diplomatic efforts to resolve the US-Israel war on Iran are stalled as Tehran refuses to negotiate under pressure from the US.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour ago

Iran-US war: Four scenarios for what's next as talks stumble

Negotiations between the US and Iran are uncertain as a ceasefire nears expiration amid rising tensions and threats from both sides.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 hours ago

US, Iran exchange threats as fragile ceasefire set to expire

US and Iran face escalating tensions as ceasefire nears end, with threats exchanged and peace talks uncertain.
more#us-iran-relations
#ukraine
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges

Germany has significantly increased its support for Ukraine amid concerns over US aid reductions and the ongoing war with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ukraine war briefing: Europe needs homegrown missile defence in a year Zelenskyy

Europe needs its own defense system against ballistic missiles, and Ukraine is actively pursuing this goal through talks with several countries.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Ukraine Has Written Off the United States

Ukraine has shifted its diplomatic focus away from the U.S. and is seeking new military partnerships amid growing disillusionment with American support.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Europe live: Russia does not deserve' lifting of sanctions, Zelenskyy says, after deadly overnight strikes in Ukraine

Russia should face continued sanctions following attacks that killed 16 and injured 100 in Ukraine.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Germany's aid to Ukraine faces challenges

Germany has significantly increased its support for Ukraine amid concerns over US aid reductions and the ongoing war with Russia.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ukraine war briefing: Europe needs homegrown missile defence in a year Zelenskyy

Europe needs its own defense system against ballistic missiles, and Ukraine is actively pursuing this goal through talks with several countries.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
22 hours ago

Ukraine is betting big on war robots, with plans to buy 25,000 and remove humans from front-line supply runs

Ukraine is significantly increasing its arsenal of war robots to enhance front-line logistics and reduce soldier vulnerability.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

Ukraine Has Written Off the United States

Ukraine has shifted its diplomatic focus away from the U.S. and is seeking new military partnerships amid growing disillusionment with American support.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Europe live: Russia does not deserve' lifting of sanctions, Zelenskyy says, after deadly overnight strikes in Ukraine

Russia should face continued sanctions following attacks that killed 16 and injured 100 in Ukraine.
more#ukraine
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

EU foreign ministers meet to discuss Ukraine, Russia and the Middle East Europe live

EU foreign ministers are discussing Ukraine, Russia, and the Middle East, focusing on the Druzbha pipeline and Israel's actions.
#germany
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#ceasefire
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#iran
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
19 hours ago

Top Biden Official Supports Trump Iran Attack, Says Biden May Have Done The Same

The Biden administration modeled potential military actions against Iran, indicating possible future strikes under Biden's leadership.
World politics
fromTruthout
21 hours ago

International Law Is Being Used to Restrain Iran, Enable US and Israel

Western condemnation of Iran's actions contrasts with muted responses to U.S. and Israeli military actions, highlighting a bias in international law enforcement.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran claims it has new cards for battlefield', and weighs talks in Pakistan

Iran's armed forces are prepared to respond decisively to any hostile actions, asserting military superiority in the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Pakistan ready for multi-day US-Iran talks, but Tehran unsure about joining

Iran's participation in upcoming peace talks remains uncertain as tensions rise and ceasefire deadline approaches.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
19 hours ago

Top Biden Official Supports Trump Iran Attack, Says Biden May Have Done The Same

The Biden administration modeled potential military actions against Iran, indicating possible future strikes under Biden's leadership.
World politics
fromTruthout
21 hours ago

International Law Is Being Used to Restrain Iran, Enable US and Israel

Western condemnation of Iran's actions contrasts with muted responses to U.S. and Israeli military actions, highlighting a bias in international law enforcement.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran claims it has new cards for battlefield', and weighs talks in Pakistan

Iran's armed forces are prepared to respond decisively to any hostile actions, asserting military superiority in the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Pakistan ready for multi-day US-Iran talks, but Tehran unsure about joining

Iran's participation in upcoming peace talks remains uncertain as tensions rise and ceasefire deadline approaches.
more#iran
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 hour ago

Carney to name new Canada-U.S. trade advisory council, sources say | CBC News

A new advisory council on Canada-U.S. trade will be established by Prime Minister Mark Carney to replace the previous one from Justin Trudeau.
US politics
fromAxios
15 hours ago

Trump invokes Cold War law in move to boost energy supply

Presidential memos signed by Trump enable the Energy Department to utilize funding for enhancing U.S. energy production and infrastructure.
Washington DC
fromwww.dw.com
6 hours ago

India news: India-US near trade deal in Washington

Washington and New Delhi are close to finalizing a trade deal, with negotiations ongoing and most issues resolved.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
23 hours ago

MoD has lost track of 95,000-strong war reserve as defence readiness fears mount - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Lord Robertson stated, 'We need to sort of round up those who are available, fit, and willing to be able to do it.' This emphasizes the urgency of engaging former service personnel in the strategic reserve.
UK politics
#trump
France politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

U.S. Official Clarifies Trump's Enough is Enough!!!' Post Banning Israel From Attacking Lebanon

Trump's post prohibits Israel from bombing Lebanon while allowing self-defense against imminent attacks.
World news
fromAxios
13 hours ago

Vance to travel to Pakistan on Tuesday for Iran talks, sources say

Trump may extend the deadline for negotiations if progress is evident, despite challenges in reaching a full-scale deal.
more#trump
#eu-israel-relations
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

The Guardian view on the EU and Israel: moving beyond mere exhortation | Editorial

European condemnation of Netanyahu's government is intensifying, yet internal disunity hampers effective leverage against Israel's actions.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago
Europe politics

The EU must not wait till Israel starts executing Palestinians

The EU must cancel the EU-Israel Association Agreement due to Israeli human rights violations, including the implementation of a new death penalty law.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

The Guardian view on the EU and Israel: moving beyond mere exhortation | Editorial

European condemnation of Netanyahu's government is intensifying, yet internal disunity hampers effective leverage against Israel's actions.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

The EU must not wait till Israel starts executing Palestinians

The EU must cancel the EU-Israel Association Agreement due to Israeli human rights violations, including the implementation of a new death penalty law.
more#eu-israel-relations
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
22 hours ago

A Ukrainian drone company says it's teaming up with a US firm because staying home means getting 'eliminated'

Ukrainian drone maker General Cherry partners with US manufacturer to expand market presence and avoid risks of staying in Ukraine.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
16 hours ago

The Aides Keeping the President in the Dark

Top officials in the Trump administration kept the president out of the loop during a national-security crisis due to concerns about his temperament.
US politics
fromTruthout
4 days ago

US Carries Out Fifth Boat Strike in Under a Week, Bringing Death Toll to 177

The Trump administration's military actions against alleged drug traffickers lack evidence and have resulted in civilian casualties in Latin America.
more#trump-administration
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Ukraine war briefing: EU moves to unlock 90bn loan as Orban exits

European Union countries are set to approve a 90bn loan for Ukraine following Viktor Orban's exit from power in Hungary.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Canada's US ties have become a weakness, says Carney

Canada's economic ties to the US have shifted from strength to weakness, necessitating a change in strategy.
#israel
Left-wing politics
fromAxios
3 days ago

Bibi torched U.S. support for Israel for a generation

Support for Israel among Democrats is declining, with significant opposition to arms sales and funding for defense systems like the Iron Dome.
France politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Israel and Lebanon hold rare talks in Washington, DC, amid Iran war

Israel and Lebanon held their first direct negotiations since 1983 amid ongoing military conflict and differing priorities regarding Hezbollah.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Israel says it's West's defender, but cares little for European critics

Israel faces increasing international criticism and isolation due to its military actions and disregard for traditional allies.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

UN experts urge member states to suspend Israel arms transfers

Israel's bombardment of Lebanon is condemned as a violation of the UN Charter and calls for a halt to arms transfers to Israel.
more#israel
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 hours ago

Spain, Slovenia, Ireland push EU to debate Israel pact suspension

Spain, Slovenia, and Ireland urge the EU to debate suspending its association agreement with Israel due to human rights violations.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 days ago

40 Out of 47 Democratic Senators Just Voted to Block Arms Sales to Israel

A record number of Senators supported resolutions to block military sales to Israel, reflecting a shift in accountability for U.S. foreign policy.
#gaza
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

Trump's Board of Peace holds Gaza reconstruction talks with UAE's DP World

Israel's military actions have resulted in over 700 deaths in Gaza since the ceasefire, while DP World explores logistics partnerships for humanitarian aid.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 minutes ago

Palestine weekly wrap: Coordinated attacks and evictions in Gaza, West Bank

Violence against Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank is escalating, with severe humanitarian impacts and routine attacks becoming normalized in Israeli policy.
World news
fromTruthout
21 hours ago

Israel Continues to Kill Aid Workers in Gaza Seven Months Into the Ceasefire

The Israeli army killed a WHO driver during a humanitarian convoy, impacting future medical evacuations in Gaza.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Overshadowed by Iran, Gaza stuck between war and peace

Efforts for a stable ceasefire in Gaza between Hamas and Israel have made little progress despite ongoing negotiations and unresolved key issues.
more#gaza
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
14 hours ago

Amnesty International paints a grim picture for human rights

Human rights violations are increasing globally, with perpetrators often unpunished, according to Amnesty International's report for 2025.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

US restricts intelligence sharing with South Korea' after minister identified suspected nuclear site

The US has restricted intelligence sharing with South Korea after a minister identified a suspected North Korean nuclear site publicly.
fromIndependent
9 hours ago

Marc Champion: Logic demands a deal on Iran, but will Donald Trump's?fantasies allow one?

In the logical world that markets seem to believe will prevail in the Middle East, this war will end - and soon - because there's little realistic prospect of either side winning a decisive victory by restarting the conflict.
World politics
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Senate vote on arms sale shows massive cracks' in US support for Israel

40 out of 47 Democratic senators voted to block military bulldozers to Israel, signaling a shift in opposition to unconditional aid.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Pakistan seeks to raise its global standing in push for Middle East peace

Pakistan is mediating between Iran and the US to promote regional peace and enhance its diplomatic and economic standing.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russia seeking to bring Belarus back into the war, says Zelenskyy

Kyiv's wartime experience can enhance freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and deter aggressive actions in other regions.
World politics
fromAxios
18 hours ago

Trump rages at Iran war criticism: "Time is not my adversary"

Trump asserts that Iran must never have nuclear weapons and claims his deal will be better than the previous JCPOA.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Democrats Are Facing New Political Litmus Test: Military Aid to Israel

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will vote against any military aid to Israel, including defensive weapons.
World news
fromFortune
15 hours ago

'Tethered to a galaxy far, far away': former diplomats doubt Trump's Iran talks can deliver in time | Fortune

Negotiators face skepticism as they attempt to broker a ceasefire with Iran amid high stakes and internal dysfunction.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
21 hours ago

Critical': Ex-NATO Leader Praises Trump for Seizing Iranian Ship

The U.S. military's actions against Iran are critical for maintaining a blockade and addressing complex challenges in the Strait of Hormuz.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
19 hours ago

These are difficult times for the world, so what will Pakistan do?

Negotiations between the US and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, are ongoing and show promise despite significant challenges and remaining differences.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

US spending on reckless' Iran war could have saved 87m lives, says UN

$2bn weekly spending on the Iran war could have saved over 87 million lives, according to UN humanitarian agency head Tom Fletcher.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Did the US misjudge Iran? A military strategist answers

Washington's military objectives have shifted significantly, moving from a focus on regime change to merely claiming success in its operations against Iran.
World politics
World news
fromSlate Magazine
4 hours ago

The Surprisingly Anticlimactic End to America's War Against al-Qaida

Sayf al-Adl, an al-Qaida operative, remains elusive despite U.S. military actions, raising questions about the group's leadership and operational strength.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Spain, Brazil, Mexico vow to boost Cuba aid amid US threats

Spain, Brazil, and Mexico are increasing aid to Cuba, citing a humanitarian crisis caused by the US blockade.
#nato
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

I TOLD THEM TO STAY AWAY': Trump Claims USELESS' NATO Called to Offer Help Once Hormuz Strait Situation' Was Over

Trump criticized NATO for its lack of support during the Strait of Hormuz situation, calling it a 'paper tiger' and threatening U.S. withdrawal.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

I TOLD THEM TO STAY AWAY': Trump Claims USELESS' NATO Called to Offer Help Once Hormuz Strait Situation' Was Over

Trump criticized NATO for its lack of support during the Strait of Hormuz situation, calling it a 'paper tiger' and threatening U.S. withdrawal.
more#nato
World politics
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Trump administration pushes nations to sign 'trade over aid' declaration

The Trump administration promotes 'trade over aid' to reshape global assistance and enhance U.S. business opportunities, rejecting traditional humanitarian support.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US urges contractor to evacuate workers from Kuwait and Iraq over worries of Iran-backed attacks

The US government urged V2X to evacuate employees from Kuwait and Iraq due to threats from Iran-backed militias.
fromAxios
2 months ago

Europe answers Trump's call on Ukraine

We are spending real money, whereas the U.S. is actually making money on this war,
Miscellaneous
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
20 hours ago

Lebanon, Israel to meet again Thursday for direct talks, US says

The US will host a second round of negotiations between Lebanon and Israel amid ongoing regional tensions and military actions.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

UAE Professor Says It's Time to Think About Closing the American Bases' After Trump's Iran War: They Are a Burden'

UAE professor suggests closing American bases, asserting the nation can defend itself and needs advanced weaponry instead.
World news
fromAxios
5 days ago

Trump would "welcome" Israel-Lebanon ceasefire: U.S. official

The U.S. supports a ceasefire in Lebanon as part of peace negotiations, but Israel has not agreed to a truce yet.
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