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When Control Grows Without a Name
Palestinians say new Israeli measures expanding control in the West Bank amount to de facto annexation, warning they undermine future statehood as Israel rejects the claim.
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A Growing Chorus Over the West Bank
Muslim countries and the EU condemned Israel’s new measures expanding control in the West Bank, warning they undermine peace prospects as Israel rejects claims of annexation.
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Under Fogged Glass and Marble Pillars, Questions Permeate the Calm
Rumours of a leadership challenge involving UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting have circulated, which he denies, while the King expressed support for police following protest arrests as political tensions simmer.
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The Market’s Quiet Tea: How Takaichi and Tech Shaped a Measured Session
Markets moved with restraint as attention settled on policy signals linked to Sanae Takaichi and steady momentum in technology stocks. Investors balanced caution with optimism, tracking currencies and tech gains in a calm, reflective session.
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When Shadows Drift Across Oceans, the Watchful Horizon Holds Still
U.S. forces boarded the Venezuela‑linked oil tanker Aquila II in the Indian Ocean after tracking it from the Caribbean, enforcing sanctions and a maritime blockade without incident.
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Where Ink Once Flowed Freely and Morning Light Now Falters: Reflections on Silence
Jimmy Lai, founder of Apple Daily, was sentenced to 20 years under Hong Kong’s national security law, a term many see as effectively a death sentence that raises concerns about press freedom.
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Old Borders, New Powers
Arab states criticised Israel’s move to expand powers in the occupied West Bank, warning the steps deepen control and undermine prospects for peace as Israel rejects the claims.
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When the Fuel Runs Thin on an Island of Waiting
Cuba says airlines can no longer refuel on the island due to worsening fuel shortages, blaming tighter U.S. sanctions as the energy crisis deepens.
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Between Yerevan’s Quiet Streets and Distant Capitals, a First Takes Shape
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance made a historic visit to Armenia, the first by a sitting U.S. president or vice president, to advance peace talks and deepen bilateral cooperation.
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When History’s Echo Brushes Against Today’s Steps: Reflections on a Shift
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s historic rise and recent electoral supermajority are enabling a rightward shift in Japan’s political agenda, encompassing defence, security, and social policy.
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When the Runway Waits, but the Fuel Does Not
Air Canada canceled flights to Cuba after jet fuel shortages made refueling unreliable, highlighting how the island’s energy crisis is disrupting international air travel.
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Where Mist Meets Palace Gates: Reflections on Concern and History
The Prince and Princess of Wales express deep concern over the Epstein files, offering support to victims as scrutiny of former Prince Andrew intensifies in the UK.
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When Justice and Politics Collide
China condemned the UK as “despicable” after London expanded visas for Hong Kong residents following Jimmy Lai’s conviction, deepening tensions over Hong Kong and sovereignty.
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When Lines Are Drawn and Shadows Stretch, a Landscape Holds Its Breath
The U.S. White House says President Trump opposes formal Israeli annexation of the West Bank, stressing stability and peace as Israel expands control over parts of the territory.
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Silencing the Press Without Saying So
Jimmy Lai’s conviction under Hong Kong’s security law is seen by critics as a warning that publishing dissenting journalism now carries existential risk.
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Under Westminster Light and Northern Winds, Questions Stir
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces calls to resign after the Scottish Labour leader publicly urged him to step down amid internal controversies and senior aide departures.
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When Years Become Final
The son of a jailed British media tycoon says a 20-year sentence imposed by China amounts to a death sentence, given his father’s age and health.
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Where Sea Meets Shore and Lines Draw New Borders: Reflections on Trade and Constraint
The EU has proposed sanctions on Georgian and Indonesian ports handling Russian oil, aiming to prevent European trade from supporting alternative pathways for Russia’s energy revenue.
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Thailand’s Quiet Turn, Unseen by Pollsters
Thailand’s general election surprised observers as the conservative Bhumjaithai Party outpaced predictions, securing a strong lead while reformist hopes fell short of poll expectations.
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Where Courtroom Silence Meets Memory’s Echo: Reflections on an Uneasy Appeal
Brenton Tarrant, the Christchurch mosque shooter, seeks to overturn his guilty pleas, citing mental unfitness at the time. Judges will determine whether the pleas stand or are vacated.
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Between Alpine Air and Atlantic Currents, a World Order Holds Its Breath
On the eve of the Munich Security Conference, European leaders prepare amid questions over transatlantic ties and the influence of U.S. policy under Trump on global security cooperation.
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When the Order Shifts and the World Watches
European security experts warn that U.S. policy under President Trump is upending the post-World War II international order, describing it as an era of “wrecking-ball politics.”
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Where Dust Meets Mountain Air and Silence Settles: Reflections from Sinaloa’s Hills
Some workers abducted from a Canadian mining company’s site in Sinaloa, Mexico, have been found dead. Authorities have made arrests and continue searching for the rest.
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When Old Certainties Meet New Questions
Ahead of the Munich Security Conference, European security experts say Trump’s foreign policy casts uncertainty over NATO and the post-World War II order, prompting debates on defence autonomy.
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