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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

Egypt's Sisi Turns Away From Trump

Cracking diplomatic trouble brews as Egypt and the U. S. hit a roadblock. Egypt says "No" to Trump's idea to let Palestinian refugees from Gaza into the Sinai. Cairo's Foreign Ministry strongly rejects the suggestion. Egypt puts out a warning, saying that the idea could cause chaos an

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

President Trump’s Surprises: A New World Order?

When Donald Trump won the U. S. presidency again, the global community thought they had a good idea of what to anticipate. Diplomats worldwide were focusing on the actions of his administration, rather than Trump’s words. Larger countries were crafting strategies to either counter or lessen the impa

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Dec 25 2024POLITICS

HTS and the Taliban: A Comparison of Islamic Governance

The Islamic group HTS, formerly known as Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, recently seized control of Syria's capital, Damascus. Unlike its counterparts, the Taliban in Afghanistan, HTS is eager to stand out. HTS leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, previously known as Abu Muhammad al-Jolani, has pledged to take a different

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Dec 20 2024POLITICS

General's Death: Ukrainian Claims Hit Home

A powerful Russian general faced an untimely end recently. The general, known for his role in chemical warfare, was killed by a bomb planted on an electric scooter in Moscow. This sudden death was claimed by Ukraine, which had accused the general of using banned chemical weapons in their conflict. T

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Nov 24 2024ENVIRONMENT

Climate Talks in Azerbaijan: More Frustration Than Action

COP29 brought together people from 200 countries, all hoping to make a difference on climate change. But the conference ended in gridlock, with the huge challenge of finding money to fight climate change looming large. Wealthy nations only pledged $250 billion by 2035, while poorer countries needed

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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Mystery in the Baltic: Two Undersea Cables Cut, Officials Disagree

Imagine this: two crucial undersea internet cables in the Baltic Sea got suddenly cut just hours apart. European officials think it’s an act of sabotage, possibly linked to Russia. But US officials suggest it could be an accident, maybe a ship’s anchor dragging the cables. This isn’t the first time

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk: A Lone Star in Global Politics

Elon Musk, a billionaire turned right-wing propagandist, has become a political juggler, balancing U. S. and international interests. Once a Democrat and LGBTQ ally, Musk now champions far-right causes, making him a complex figure. He deals with powerful leaders like Putin and relies on U. S. subsid

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

North Korea in Russia: A Diplomatic Dance

Imagine this: North Korea's top diplomat, Choe Son Hui, is in Moscow. Why? Well, reports suggest that North Korea has sent around 10, 000 troops to Russia to help in the Ukraine war. This is a big deal, and Western leaders are worried. They think it could shake things up in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

U. S. Warns: North Korean Troops Set to Join Fight in Ukraine

Have you ever wondered why countries sometimes team up in wars? Let's look at what's happening in Ukraine right now. The U. S. says around 8, 000 North Korean soldiers are getting ready to help Russia fight against Ukrainian forces, and it might happen soon. This is a big deal because it's not just

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Oct 29 2024POLITICS

North Korean Soldiers Headed to Ukraine, say South Korea Lawmakers

South Korean lawmakers have just revealed that North Korean soldiers are learning Russian commands and might be deployed to Ukraine's war front. They said North Korea's National Intelligence Service is keeping an eye on this situation. The Pentagon estimates around 10, 000 North Korean soldiers are

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