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WorldApr 19

French Soldier Killed in Lebanon Ambush as Ceasefire Tensions Rise

A French soldier died in an ambush in southern Lebanon, threatening the fragile 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.

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WorldMar 17

At least 23 killed in suspected suicide bombings in Nigeria's Maiduguri

Multiple explosions targeting crowded areas in northeastern Nigeria's Borno state capital killed 23 and wounded over 100 people.

5 sources
WorldMar 12

China to Pass New Ethnic Minority Law Emphasizing Mandarin Language Use

China is preparing to pass legislation affecting ethnic minorities that prioritizes the use of Mandarin Chinese language.

5 sources
WorldApr 9

Argentina Approves Mining Bill for Glacier Areas; Chile Investigates Copper Theft

Argentina's congress passed legislation allowing mining in glacier areas while Chile uncovered criminal networks stealing copper shipments.

4 sources
WorldApr 22

War and Internet Blackout Force Iranians in Turkey to Face Difficult Choices

Thousands of Iranians living temporarily in Turkey face deportation or return home due to visa difficulties complicated by ongoing war and internet blackouts in Iran.

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WorldApr 30

China's Foreign Minister Calls Taiwan 'Biggest Risk' in U.S.-China Relations

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Taiwan represents the primary threat to bilateral ties between the superpowers.

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WorldMar 11

Netanyahu Says 'More to Come' on Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated further actions are planned regarding Iran.

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WorldMar 29

Pope Leo XIV says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage war

Pope Leo XIV declared during Palm Sunday Mass that God does not listen to prayers from those who start wars and that Jesus rejects violence.

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WorldMar 7

Hong Kong Firm Seeks $2 Billion After Panama Seizes Canal Ports

Panama Ports Company demands compensation after Panama's government seized control of two key Panama Canal ports following a Supreme Court ruling.

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WorldApr 14

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Visits China as Ukraine's Zelenskiy Holds Berlin Talks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in China for discussions while Ukrainian President Zelenskiy met with German opposition leader Merz in Berlin.

4 sources
WorldMar 13

Cuba Confirms Talks with Trump Administration Officials

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel acknowledged his government held discussions with Trump administration officials to address bilateral differences.

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WorldMar 6

Four Men Arrested on Suspicion of Spying for Iran in London

Metropolitan Police arrested four men at 1am following raids in Barnet and Watford on suspicion of espionage activities for Iran.

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WorldJun 12

7.8 Earthquake Kills 55 in Southern Philippines; Disaster Drills Credited

A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines Monday, killing 55 people and displacing 45,000, but officials say preparedness drills helped prevent more deaths.

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WorldApr 27

US Military Diversifies Rare Earth Supply Chain Away from China Amid Space Competition

Pentagon secures alternative rare earth minerals supplier in Malaysia as US-China space rivalry intensifies.

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WorldApr 24

Venice Biennale Excludes Russia and Israel from Artist Awards Amid EU Funding Concerns

The Venice Biennale jury has excluded Russia and Israel from artist awards as the European Union threatens to cut funding for the prestigious art exhibition.

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