Trump Warns Europe Against “Wasting Time” as Kyiv Submits Revised Ukraine Peace Plan

Trump Warns Europe Against “Wasting Time” as Kyiv Submits Revised Ukraine Peace Plan

Ukraine has delivered a newly updated proposal to Washington aimed at ending Russia’s invasion, Ukrainian officials confirmed to AFP, as US President Donald Trump publicly criticized European leaders—signaling an increasingly strained transatlantic relationship. The initial US proposal, which included Ukraine surrendering territory that Russia has not even captured, was rejected by Kyiv and several European […]

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Nato Chief and Japan’s Defence Minister Voice “Grave Concerns” Over China–Russia Joint Patrols

Nato Chief and Japan’s Defence Minister Voice “Grave Concerns” Over China–Russia Joint Patrols

Nato Secretary-General Mark Rutte and Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi have expressed grave concern over the latest joint patrols conducted by Chinese and Russian aircraft, Japan announced yesterday. The tense encounter took place on Tuesday, intensifying regional unease at a time when Japan–China relations are already strained, following remarks by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding […]

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U.S. Trade Representative Signals Potential Special Treatment for South Africa in Trade Talks

U.S. Trade Representative Signals Potential Special Treatment for South Africa in Trade Talks

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer indicated on Tuesday that South Africa could receive “different treatment” than other African nations if the U.S. chooses to extend its trade initiative with sub-Saharan countries, which expired in September. Speaking at a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing, Greer emphasized that while the Trump administration supports a one-year extension of the […]

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Australia Faces AUKUS Submarine Timeline Head-On, Vows to Overcome ‘Enormous’ Challenges

Australia Faces AUKUS Submarine Timeline Head-On, Vows to Overcome ‘Enormous’ Challenges

Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to meeting the demanding timeline set under the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine partnership, with Defence Minister Richard Marles emphasising that the nation is taking a “very self-critical” approach to tackling obstacles such as workforce capability and infrastructure readiness. Speaking ahead of a high-level AUKUS defence ministers meeting in Washington, Marles acknowledged […]

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Australia Enforces Historic Under-16 Social Media Ban as Elon Musk’s X Confirms Compliance

Australia Enforces Historic Under-16 Social Media Ban as Elon Musk’s X Confirms Compliance

Australia has officially activated its unprecedented new law banning children under 16 from accessing social media platforms—marking a global first in digital safety regulation. As the legislation came into force, Elon Musk’s platform X announced that it will comply fully with the requirement. “It’s not our choice—it’s what the Australian law requires,” X stated, acknowledging […]

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Czech President Appoints Andrej Babis as New Prime Minister

Czech President Appoints Andrej Babis as New Prime Minister

Czech President Petr Pavel has officially appointed Andrej Babis, the billionaire and leader of the populist ANO party, as the nation’s new prime minister. The appointment was made Tuesday during a nationally televised ceremony that marked a significant political shift for the Czech Republic. Babis, whose ANO party secured victory in the October 3–4 parliamentary […]

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Cyclone Ditwah Threatens Sri Lanka’s Recovery, Deepens Poverty Crisis

Cyclone Ditwah Threatens Sri Lanka’s Recovery, Deepens Poverty Crisis

Sri Lanka faces a harsh setback in its fragile economic recovery as Cyclone Ditwah leaves a trail of destruction across homes, roads, and vital farmland. Officials warn that rebuilding the nation could cost up to $7 billion, putting millions of families at risk of falling deeper into poverty. The island nation, still grappling with its […]

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Trump Unveils $12 Billion Aid Package to Support US Farmers Amid Trade Challenges

Trump Unveils $12 Billion Aid Package to Support US Farmers Amid Trade Challenges

US President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion aid package yesterday aimed at supporting American farmers struggling under the pressure of trade disputes and tariffs. The announcement comes as a response to growing concerns from the agricultural community, a key part of Trump’s political base. Speaking at a roundtable with agricultural producers at the White […]

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Death Toll Climbs to 950 in Indonesia Floods as Shortages Deepen Across Sumatra

Death Toll Climbs to 950 in Indonesia Floods as Shortages Deepen Across Sumatra

The humanitarian crisis in Indonesia continues to escalate as officials across flood-ravaged regions report alarming shortages of food, shelter, and medical supplies. Following weeks of relentless heavy rain, the death toll surged to 950, with emergency teams still searching for 274 missing individuals across Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra. The disaster, driven by a […]

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US Defence Bill Seeks Deeper Engagement with India

US Defence Bill Seeks Deeper Engagement with India

The United States is signaling a stronger partnership with India as part of its new defence policy for 2026. The recently released National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA) underscores America’s commitment to collaborating with India through initiatives like the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific region and address rising challenges from […]

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