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Egypt and Mauritania Strengthen Bilateral Ties and Discuss Regional Stability
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Mauritanian counterpart Mohamed Salem Ould Merzouk held a phone call to strengthen economic cooperation and discuss regional developments.
Kuwait Approves Sweeping Citizenship Law Amendments Stripping Naturalised Citizens of Political Rights
Kuwait's cabinet has approved a draft law to strip naturalised citizens of political rights as part of a sweeping nationwide review of citizenship files.
Former Defense Minister of Ukraine Urges Wartime Elections
Ukraine's recently dismissed defence minister has publicly advocated for holding elections during the ongoing wartime period.
US Sanctions International Criminal Court President and Top Lawyer
The United States has imposed sanctions on the president and top lawyer of the International Criminal Court, as detailed in recent video coverage.
Substance Over Style: Why Andy Burnham Must Move Beyond TikToks and Sound Bites
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces mounting scrutiny to move past superficial social media stunts, selfies, and populist sound bites to deliver genuine policy results.
US Pursues Trilateral Deconfliction Mechanism for Turkey, Syria, and Israel Amid Rising Tensions
The United States is actively developing a trilateral deconfliction mechanism to prevent miscommunication and lower tensions between Turkey, Syria, and Israel following recent Israeli airstrikes near the Turkish border.
Ousted Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Demands Wartime Elections in Major Challenge to President Volodymyr Zelensky
Ousted Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections in a direct challenge to President Volodymyr Zelensky, highlighting deep political divisions and a crisis of governance in Ukraine.
US and South Korea Shorten Joint Military Exercises Following Washington's Direct Request
The United States and South Korea have halved the duration of their joint military drills at Washington's request, following instructions from President Donald Trump.
Dr Anwar Gargash Slams 'Desperate Media Campaigns' and False Claims Targeting the UAE
Diplomatic adviser Dr Anwar Gargash has dismissed false media claims against the UAE regarding Iran, emphasizing the nation's focus on tangible achievements amid regional tensions.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Confirms Airstrike on Syrian Air Base Amid US Criticism
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has acknowledged an Israeli airstrike on a Syrian air base, defending the action against US criticism by citing an imminent deployment of Turkish troops.
US and South Korea Scale Back Joint Military Drills Following Trump Order
South Korea and the US have shortened their joint military drills following an unexpected order from US President Donald Trump to scale back the exercises. The decision has drawn attention to regional security dynamics and strained alliance expectations.
Lebanon Shifts Stance as Former Syrian Regime Officials Face Extradition Risks
Lebanon is no longer a safe haven for former Syrian regime officials as authorities approve landmark extraditions to face trial in Damascus, sparking legal and human rights debates.
UAE Halts Trade With Iran Amid Rising Tensions as US Talks Stall and Israel Strikes Syria
The UAE has suspended trade and financial transactions with Iran amid escalating regional tensions, while US-Iran talks stall over the Strait of Hormuz and Israel strikes Syria.
Egyptian Interior Ministry Debunks Rumors of Citizen Deportations on Social Media
The Egyptian Interior Ministry has dismissed social media rumors claiming that the government plans to deport certain Egyptian citizens, confirming the reports are entirely false.
UAE Suspends All Trade and Financial Activities With Iran Following Ballistic Missile Detections
The UAE has suspended all trade and financial activities with Iran until further notice following the detection of two ballistic missiles launched toward the country amidst escalating regional tensions.
High-Stakes Diplomacy: Iran's Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf Begins Three-Day Visit to Iraq Amid Militia Tensions
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has arrived in Baghdad for a three-day visit amid regional security challenges, ongoing militia tensions, and oil export talks.
Scaling Back US-South Korea Drills May Fail to Woo Kim Away From China
A former US official describes the shift in relations with Syria as surreal, while experts debate the strategic impact of scaling back drills with South Korea regarding Kim and China.
Ousted Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Demands Wartime Elections in Major Challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ousted former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has called for wartime elections in Ukraine, posing a significant domestic challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy amid the ongoing conflict.
US Unions and Advocacy Groups File Lawsuit to Block Restrictive Visa Rules for Foreign Students and Journalists
A coalition of US unions and advocacy groups has sued the federal government to block new visa restrictions that limit the stay of foreign students and journalists.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison Sues Texas Governor Greg Abbott to Force ICE Agent Extradition
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is suing Texas Governor Greg Abbott to force the extradition of ICE agent Christian Castro, who faces assault charges for shooting a Venezuelan man in Minneapolis.
Deadly Israeli Strike in Gaza City Kills at Least Six Amid Stalled Ceasefire Talks
An Israeli strike in Gaza City has killed at least six people and injured fourteen others as ceasefire negotiations remain stalled. The attack occurred amidst ongoing disagreements over disarmament and military withdrawal between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas.
US Federal Judge Clears Trump Administration to Revoke Deportation Protections for Thousands of Ethiopians
A US federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration can proceed with revoking deportation protections for more than 5,000 Ethiopians under the Temporary Protected Status program.
Disney Sues FCC, Accusing Administration of Political Retaliation Over ABC Station Licences
Disney has filed a lawsuit against the FCC, alleging that an order for early licence reviews on ABC stations is a politically motivated campaign by the US administration to retaliate and intimidate the company.
US Praises Indian Voter IDs, but Are Elections Under Modi Truly Clean?
US President Donald Trump is pushing for strict voter-ID laws by citing India's massive election system, even as India faces scrutiny over voter roll revisions and potential disenfranchisement under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.