Brazil Explores Retaliatory Options Against New US Tariffs
The United States imposed a 25% surcharge in July on Brazilian goods, citing what Washington described as unfair trade practices.
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Pope Leo XIV Leads First Christmas Eve Mass, Condemns Gaza Conditions
Pope Leo drew attention to the humanitarian conditions faced by Palestinians in Gaza, delivering an unusually direct appeal during the…
Ukraine Unveils 20-Point Peace Framework in Talks with United States
The plan also envisions Ukraine joining the European Union on a defined timeline, gaining short-term preferential access to EU markets,…
The Zohran Mamdani Wave in the US and the Future of Democratic Politics
With Trump in the White House and the Republicans holding both houses of Congress, Democratic elites in Washington were contemplating…
Why is the ‘Failed State’ the Most Appropriate Model for Lebanon?
The failure to support the Lebanese army suggests that the country’s collapse is being deliberately maintained.
Israel Approves $35 Billion Natural Gas Export Deal With Egypt
Valued at 112 billion shekels ($34.7 billion USD), the agreement will see 130 billion cubic meters of natural gas exported…
Ukraine and 34 Countries Approve Compensation Body for War Damages
The compensation mechanism, facilitated by the Council of Europe, will operate through an International Claims Commission, allowing Ukrainians to seek…
‘You Cannot Silence the Truth in the Face of a Genocide,’ Says UN Rapporteur Albanese
Albanese said she has faced what she described as “spurious accusations of antisemitism” and claims of supporting terrorism, allegations she…
The Ghost Trump Can’t Escape: Epstein’s Spirit
Republican American journalist Tucker Carlson points out that it’s obvious Epstein worked for Israel, that everyone in Washington knows this,…
UK MI6 Chief Warns of ‘Aggressive’ Russia Threat in First Public Speech
Metreweli will also emphasize the need for MI6 to deepen its use of technology to counter modern threats, including terrorism,…
Trump: U.S. Seized Oil Tanker Off Venezuela
The ship seized by the US, identified as the Skipper, departed Venezuela on December 2 with about 2 million barrels…
Australia Enforces World-First Ban on Social Media for Under-16s
With global regulators watching closely, Australia’s experiment may shape the future of online child protection — and the limits of…
Ukraine Expands Sea Drone Operations as Russia Pulls Back
Ukraine’s current drone operations rely on a combination of human control and software assistance and the next stage will see…
Thailand Launches Airstrikes as Border Conflict with Cambodia Reignites
Cambodia’s Defense Ministry said Thai forces launched dawn attacks after “days of provocative actions” but emphasized that Cambodian units had…
NATO Chief Dismisses Concerns over US Commitment to Ukraine
The Trump administration is expected to unveil its updated troop plans for Europe in early 2026.
Macron urges Xi to Boost Cooperation, Trade Balance During Beijing Visit
China exports roughly $45 billion in goods to France annually, much of it low-value consumer items sold through online marketplaces…
Report: China Flooding Global Markets with Gasoline Cars
In Chile, Chinese manufacturers have overtaken traditional car brands, capturing a third of the market and offering gasoline models that…
UN Warns Smarter Land, Water Use Needed to Feed 10B by 2050
The agency said more than 60% of human-induced land degradation now occurs on agricultural land.
Zelenskiy Says ‘Tough Issues’ Remain After Florida Talks
Ukraine’s diplomatic outreach across Europe is set to continue throughout the week as Kyiv presses allies to help reshape the…
