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Jun 02 2026POLITICS

Iran’s Pause on U. S. Talks: What Trump’s Silence Might Really Mean

Iran recently decided to pause back-channel discussions with the U. S. , but that news hasn’t reached President Trump directly. Speaking to NBC News, Trump downplayed the pause, suggesting that silence could actually work in America’s favor. “Too much talking isn’t good, ” he remarked, hinting that

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Jun 02 2026FINANCE

Russia struggles to balance war costs with economic stability

Russia is facing tough choices as its war spending in Ukraine clashes with growing financial strain. Officials in Moscow have quietly warned that the current defense budget is unsustainable, risking deeper economic trouble. The Finance Ministry and central bank argue that without cuts elsewhere, the

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Slow Talks, Fast Strikes: Why Iran Says the U. S. and Israel Are Holding Back

Iran says the United States is pulling its punches on the talks that could end a long‑standing conflict, and it blames Israeli attacks in Lebanon for making negotiations even harder. The Iranian foreign ministry says the talks have begun with a lot of suspicion and that the U. S. keeps changing its

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Czech Leader’s Taiwan Visit Sparks China’s Strong Rebuttal

China sharply rebuked the trip of Czech Senate President Milos Vystrcil to Taiwan, claiming it violated Prague’s official stance and meddled in Beijing’s domestic matters. Vystrcil, a member of the centre‑right ODS party, headed a business delegation that will meet Taiwan’s President Lai Ching‑te

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May 31 2026POLITICS

Russia’s Desperate Hunt for Tech Under Sanctions

Russia is scrambling to get its hands on advanced technology from the West, not just to keep its military running but to stay relevant in the long run. With sanctions squeezing its economy and years of war draining resources, Moscow is turning to spies, fake companies, and cyberattacks to steal what

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May 30 2026POLITICS

Russia Pulls Back Its Ambassador From Armenia Ahead of Elections

Russia decided to bring back its ambassador from Armenia for talks, showing disapproval of the country’s growing friendship with the European Union. The move comes as Armenia plans a vote on June 7, and its leader looks to strengthen ties with the West. Armenia, a small nation of about 3 million

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May 27 2026POLITICS

Russia Lets Banks Fight Back Against Drones

Russia has adopted a new law that gives its central bank and major banks the right to set up defense systems and arm employees so they can stop drone attacks without involving military forces. The law, approved by the lower house of parliament, is a response to the frequent drone strikes launched fr

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May 26 2026POLITICS

Reopening Iran’s Web: A New Chapter After 87 Days Offline

Iran’s leader has announced that the country will lift its long‑lasting block on global internet connections, a decision reported by state media. The order follows an almost three‑month stretch during which most Iranians could not reach the wider web, a period that began after protests sparked a nat

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May 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

China’s Space Plans: A Year in Orbit and a Race to the Moon

China is gearing up for a major space mission this weekend, sending three astronauts to its Tiangong space station for a year-long stay. This isn’t just a routine trip—it’s a test of human endurance in space, with one crew member staying far longer than China has ever attempted before. The mission a

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May 22 2026POLITICS

Diplomacy Over War: How the U. S. -China Meeting Could Change Iran’s Future

China’s relationship with Iran isn’t just about oil deals or trade—it’s a complex game where Beijing uses Tehran as a pawn in its bigger strategy. While China pretends to play peacekeeper, it quietly fuels Iran’s military and crackdowns. Reports show China has supplied Iran’s Revolutionary Guards wi

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