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2025-01-25
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US suspends new funds for aid programmes, excepting Israel and Egypt

The administration of United States President Donald Trump has announced a freeze on almost all new funding for foreign assistance programmes, with exceptions for allies Israel and Egypt. In an accompanying memo, newly confirmed Secretary of State Marco Rubio directed senior officials to “ensure that, to the maximum extent permitted by law, no new obligations shall be made for

A couple watches the sunset atop Mount Qassioun, which was opened to the public after the fall of the Assad regime, in Damascus, Syria

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Iraq warns of Daesh resurgence in Syria after Assad's fall

The Iraqi foreign minister has warned of a potential resurgence of the Daesh Takfiri terrorist group in neighboring Syria, calling for an inclusive political dialogue to restore security to the neighboring country after the fall of former President Bashar al-Assad. The terrorist group “became bigger, attracted more members recently and controlled more weapons

File - Palestinians are storming trucks loaded with humanitarian aid brought in through a new U.S.-built pier, in the central Gaza Strip, Saturday, May 18, 2024.

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US mercenary firms to take charge of key Gaza checkpoints: Report

US "private security" contractors will deploy armed guards to Gaza and inspect vehicles of Palestinians returning to their homes in the north via an Israeli-installed checkpoint that divides the strip into two parts, a report says. Citing two Israeli officials and a source with direct knowledge, Axios reported that the planned deployment is expected to start in the coming days.

An anti-coup protester shows the three fingered salute and red painted hand in Yangon, Myanmar

In Asia’s forgotten war, a generation sacrifices its youth defying Myanmar’s brutal junta

For thousands of guerilla fighters, the dream of a free Myanmar still burns bright – even after four years of ruinous civil war. ...

Rioters wanted posters on bus shelter advertising, Washington DC, January 2021

2025-01-25
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Another Jan. 6 rioter rejects Trump's pardon: 'I did those things'

Another Jan. 6 rioter has rejected President Trump’s pardon, saying that he “did those things” and his actions do not merit forgiveness. “It's almost like he was trying to say it didn't happen. And it happened. I did those things, and they weren't pardonable. I don't want the pardon. And I also

A dove rests at tree near a Chinese flag at a park on Monday April 1, 2013 in Shanghai, China

Trump now says he'd 'rather not' put tariffs on China

US President Trump said he would 'rather not' impose tariffs on China, after repeated pledges on the

In this July 7, 2017, file photo, U.S. President Donald Trump, right, meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the G20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany.

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Putin echoes Trump’s claim that conflict in Ukraine could have been avoided had he been in office

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday echoed U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim the conflict in Ukraine could have been prevented had he been in the White House in 2022. He also said Moscow is ready for talks with the U.S. on a broad range of issues. In an interview with Russian state television, Putin praised Trump as a “clever and pragmatic man” who is

Marble statue of a naked Aphrodite crouching at her bath in British Museum, United Kingdom.

2025-01-25
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British Museum Forced To Partly Close After Alleged IT Attack By Former Employee

The British Museum was partly closed after a dismissed IT contractor trespassed, shutting down systems including its ticketing platform. The move

Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko gestures while speaking during his visit to the Dobrush Paper Mill "Geroy Truda" in Dobrush, Belarus, Friday, Oct. 29, 2021

2025-01-25
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Belarus election: 'There is no alternative to Lukashenko'

Even "rival" candidates support the current leader staying in power, Steve Rosenberg finds in Belarus . ...

A protestor in front of the Kirya, calling for the return of Israeli hostages taken to Gaza (Palestine)

Hamas Names 4 Israeli Female Soldiers to Be Released in Hostage Deal

Palestinian terrorist group Hamas on Friday announced the names of four Israeli women soldiers to be released in

London Woolwich, Royal Arsenal, farmers market at No 1 Street 02

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‘Breaking point’ – Farmers to stage new protests over inheritance tax reforms

“The National Day of Unity provides another opportunity to call on the Government to overturn this abhorrent policy. “It’s a day to come together for

File - In this Oct. 6, 2016 photo, Pakistani lawmakers leave the Parliament after a session in Islamabad, Pakistan. A joint session of the Pakistani Parliament approved an anti-honor killing bill this month.

Pakistan: Eight killed in honour killings across Sindh in three days

At least five women, among eight, have lost their lives to Karo Kari (honour killing) within a 36-hour period across four Sindh districts.Pakistan witnesses hundreds of such killings annually, with victims predominantly being women killed by close family members claiming to protect family honour. These incidents, once limited to

Newly appointed Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto who is the former rival of Indonesian President Joko Widodo in last April's election, waves as he is introduced during the announcement of the new cabinet at Merdeka Palace in Jakarta, Indonesia, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019.

As Prabowo’s approval hits 80%, will the ‘honeymoon’ last for Indonesia’s president?

Analysts and activists say Prabowo Subianto’s high approval rating may falter if cabinet discord and militarisation issues persist. ...

LGBTQ Flag, Window, gay pride, Aug. 4, 2019.

Trump administration bans non-US flags from being flown at embassies

The policy stands in contrast to instances during the Biden administration when gay pride and Black Lives Matter flags were flown

Flag of South Korea in Seoul, South Korea. Taken on August 2019.

Top Cuban envoy says much to learn about each other's 'realities' after diplomatic ties with Seoul

South Korea and Cuba are at a "beginning point" where the two countries have much to learn about each other's "realities," the top Cuban envoy to Seoul has said, following the establishment of their diplomatic relations almost a year ago. Cuban Ambassador to South Korea Claudio Monzon Baeza made the remarks after the two countries made the surprise announcement of their

Rep. John Ratcliffe, R-Texas, testifies before a Senate Intelligence Committee nomination hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, May. 5, 2020.

US Senate confirms John Ratcliffe to lead CIA, giving Trump his 2nd Cabinet member

The Senate on Thursday confirmed John Ratcliffe as CIA director, President Donald Trump's nominee to lead America's premier spy agency and his second nominee to win Senate approval. Ratcliffe was director of national intelligence during Trump’s first term and is the first person to have held that position and the top post at the CIA. The Texas Republican is a former federal

Department of Defense senior leaders attend the 9/11 Observance Ceremony at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Sept. 11, 2017. During the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, 184 people were killed at the Pentagon.

Trump moves to close Pentagon office focused on curbing civilian deaths

The Trump administration is moving to abolish a Pentagon office responsible for promoting civilian safety in battlefield operations, suggesting that incoming Defense Department leaders may attempt to loosen restrictions on U.S. military operations worldwide. In the days before Donald Trump’s inauguration, his transition team provided Pentagon officials with a set of orders

FILE - In this Nov. 9, 2017, file photo, U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping participate in a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China.

2025-01-24
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Trump says he wants "fairness," nuclear disarmament talks with China

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he thinks his administration will have a "very good relationship" with China and all he wants regarding trade issues with the Asian power is "fairness." Trump also said in virtual remarks to business executives attending this year's World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, that he wants to hold nuclear disarmament talks with China

President John F. Kennedy, first lady Jacqueline Kennedy and Texas Gov. John Connally are shown as their limousine heads for Air Force One at Brooks Air Force Base in San Antonio, Nov. 21, 1963.

‘Everything will be revealed’: Trump orders release of assassination records

DALLAS — President Donald Trump has ordered the release of thousands of classified governmental documents about the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy, which has fueled conspiracy theories for decades. The executive order Trump signed Thursday also aims to declassify the remaining federal records relating to the assassinations of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy and

Michael R. Pompeo meets with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Minsk, Belarus

2025-01-24
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'A performance and a sham': Belarusian opposition denounces election

Since the protests in 2020 the Lukashenko government has brutally repressed political opponents. ...

Pete Hegseth Confirmed as Secretary of Defense, Vice President Vance Breaks Senate Tie

Tensions are already emerging in Camp Trump between populists and libertarians

RFK Jr.'s financial disclosures reveal millions in both debt and income

US suspends new funds for aid programmes, excepting Israel and Egypt

Iraq warns of Daesh resurgence in Syria after Assad's fall

US mercenary firms to take charge of key Gaza checkpoints: Report

In Asia’s forgotten war, a generation sacrifices its youth defying Myanmar’s brutal junta

Another Jan. 6 rioter rejects Trump's pardon: 'I did those things'

Trump now says he'd 'rather not' put tariffs on China

Putin echoes Trump’s claim that conflict in Ukraine could have been avoided had he been in office

British Museum Forced To Partly Close After Alleged IT Attack By Former Employee

Belarus election: 'There is no alternative to Lukashenko'

Hamas Names 4 Israeli Female Soldiers to Be Released in Hostage Deal

‘Breaking point’ – Farmers to stage new protests over inheritance tax reforms

Pakistan: Eight killed in honour killings across Sindh in three days

As Prabowo’s approval hits 80%, will the ‘honeymoon’ last for Indonesia’s president?

Trump administration bans non-US flags from being flown at embassies

Top Cuban envoy says much to learn about each other's 'realities' after diplomatic ties with Seoul

US Senate confirms John Ratcliffe to lead CIA, giving Trump his 2nd Cabinet member

Trump moves to close Pentagon office focused on curbing civilian deaths

Trump says he wants "fairness," nuclear disarmament talks with China

‘Everything will be revealed’: Trump orders release of assassination records

'A performance and a sham': Belarusian opposition denounces election

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Посол Зиновьев: Сеул серьезно воспринял предупреждение о поставках оружия Киеву

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ارتش آمریکا به سلاح‌های تازه‌ای مجهز شد /عکس