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WorldApr 18

Markets Rise on Hopes for Middle East Peace Deals Amid Israel-Lebanon Talks

Financial markets rallied as investors anticipated potential peace agreements in the Middle East, with reports of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire discussions and speculation about U.S.-Iran talks.

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WorldMay 10

War in Ukraine Continues to Generate Heavy Military Casualties

New estimates suggest Russia has lost over 350,000 soldiers in Ukraine conflict, with total casualties on both sides approaching half a million.

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WorldJun 12

US Sanctions Cuban Oil Company as Venezuela Advances Shell Energy Partnerships

The U.S. imposed sanctions on Cuba's state oil company while Venezuela signed multiple energy agreements with Shell, highlighting regional energy developments.

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WorldJun 4

Taiwan President Calls on China to Acknowledge Tiananmen Square Events

Taiwan's president urged China to confront the truth about Tiananmen Square as tensions continue over cross-strait relations.

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WorldJun 6

Pope Leo XIV begins seven-day visit to Spain, first papal trip in 15 years

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Madrid Saturday for a weeklong visit to Spain and the Canary Islands, marking the first papal visit to the country since 2011.

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WorldMay 14

Cuba Faces Fuel Shortage, Power Outages Spark Street Protests in Havana

Cuba has run out of diesel and fuel oil, causing widespread blackouts and prompting street protests in the capital city of Havana.

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WorldMay 11

Frontier Airlines Plane Strikes Person on Denver Airport Runway During Takeoff

A Frontier flight aborted takeoff after hitting a pedestrian who had breached security at Denver International Airport, resulting in one fatality and passenger evacuation.

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WorldApr 24

Asian Markets Decline as Iran Tensions Disrupt Strait of Hormuz Shipping

Asian stock markets retreated from recent highs while oil prices gained amid shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz following Iran's vessel seizures.

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WorldJun 1

Russia Bans Aviation Fuel Exports as Refinery Attacks Intensify

Russia has banned aviation fuel exports through November 30 following increased Ukrainian attacks on refineries, raising concerns about fuel supply disruptions.

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WorldJun 7

Armenia holds parliamentary elections amid geopolitical tensions with Russia and West

Armenia's Sunday parliamentary elections will determine whether PM Pashinyan continues shifting toward the West or opposition parties restore closer ties with Russia.

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WorldMay 22

Russia Delivers Nuclear Munitions to Belarus During Military Exercises

Russia has delivered nuclear munitions to Belarus as part of ongoing nuclear drills between the two allied nations.

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WorldMay 29

Zelenskyy Warns of Imminent Russian Attack as Regional Tensions Rise

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russia is preparing a major new offensive as diplomatic tensions emerge with Poland over honors.

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WorldApr 13

US Negotiators Leave Iran Talks Without Agreement After Extended Sessions

American negotiators departed Iran talks without reaching a deal after 21 hours of negotiations, as regional tensions continue affecting Middle East politics.

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WorldApr 26

Trump envoys to return to Pakistan for second round of Iran talks

White House confirms Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Pakistan Saturday for continued diplomatic discussions with Iranian officials.

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WorldMar 29

Iran Expected to Respond to U.S. Peace Proposal Friday as Markets React to Conflict

Iran is expected to respond Friday to a 15-point U.S. peace proposal as ongoing conflict drives market volatility and regional tensions.

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