Friday, December 12, 2025

International

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Deadly Landslide in Kenya Claims Dozens of Lives, Search Ongoing for Missing

At least 21 people died and more than 30 remain missing after a deadly landslide hit western Kenya on Saturday. Heavy rains triggered the disaster in...

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Berlin Airport Resumes Flights After Drone Disruption

Berlin-Brandenburg Airport resumed normal operations Saturday after a drone sighting forced a brief shutdown Friday evening. The incident highlights a...

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White House Imposes Restrictions on Journalist Access to Press Area

The White House imposed new restrictions on journalists Friday, limiting their access to parts of the press area and requiring appointments to visit W...

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UN: 24,000 Tons of Aid Delivered to Gaza Since Ceasefire Began

The UN has delivered over 24,000 tons of aid to Gaza since the ceasefire began, but officials say this represents just a fraction of what's needed to...

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French Parliament Rejects Proposed Wealth Tax Amid Economic Concerns

French lawmakers shot down multiple proposals to tax the wealthy on Friday, rejecting ideas promoted by French economist Gabriel Zucman. The proposals...

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Chinese President and Japanese PM Hold Talks on APEC Summit Sidelines

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their first formal meeting on Friday during the APEC summit, as trade...

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Melissa Hurricane Departs Cuba, Sets Sights on Bahamas: Prepare for Potential Impact

Hurricane Melissa has left a trail of destruction across the Caribbean, killing at least 50 people before reaching Cuba. The storm made history as the...

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US Prepares International Force for Deployment in Gaza to Restore Stability and Security

The US is preparing to deploy an international peacekeeping force in Gaza within weeks, complete with a new Palestinian police unit trained by America...

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Turkish President Erdogan Holds Talks with Merkel Amid Regional Tensions

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made his first visit to Turkey since taking office, meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to discuss defense co...

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China Extends Olive Branch to Washington, Seeks to Bolster Military Ties

China's Defense Ministry said Thursday it wants to build stronger military ties with the United States, signaling potential cooperation between the wo...

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International Calls for Ceasefire Observance in Gaza Escalate

The Gaza ceasefire collapsed briefly yesterday when Israeli forces launched deadly strikes after claiming a soldier was killed, then resumed operation...

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Deadly Clashes Erupt Near Pakistan-Afghanistan Border: Heightened Tensions Amid Regional Instability

Six Pakistani soldiers and seven militants died in a firefight near the Afghan border, marking another deadly clash in Pakistan's restless frontier re...

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South Korea and the US Reach a Landmark Trade Deal

South Korea and the United States reached a major trade agreement Wednesday that cuts car tariffs and brings hundreds of billions in Korean investment...

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Tanzanians Head to the Polls in High-Stakes Presidential Election

Tanzania held its presidential election on Wednesday, with President Samia Suluhu Hassan seeking a second term. Hassan represents the ruling Chama Cha...

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Palestinian Factions Pledge to Return Captives' Remains in Goodwill Gesture

Palestinian factions in Gaza say they're committed to the ceasefire deal with Israel but are facing serious obstacles in recovering Israeli hostage re...

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Ukraine Ready for Peace Talks, Zelenskyy Vows to Protect its Territories

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his country is ready for peace talks with Russia, but won't give up more territory as Moscow demands. This...

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China Inks Free Trade Deal with ASEAN, Strengthening Economic Ties in Asia-Pacific

China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) just signed a deal to expand their free trade zone, marking another step in deepening eco...

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Trump Praises Elon Musk: Tesla CEO Lauded by Former US President

Donald Trump softened his tone toward Elon Musk during his Asia trip, telling reporters "I love Elon, and I think I'll always love him." This marks a...

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Israel Accuses Hamas of Delaying the Return of Prisoners' Remains

Israel's patience is wearing thin as Hamas struggles to return bodies of Israeli captives under the Gaza ceasefire deal. Israeli sources say Hamas is...

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Putin Praises Growing Ties Between Russia and North Korea

Russia and North Korea are deepening their partnership at a rapid pace, with President Vladimir Putin meeting North Korean Foreign Minister Choi Son H...

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India Evacuates Tens of Thousands as Severe Cyclone 'Monta' Intensifies

India moved 50,000 people to relief camps on Monday as Cyclone Monta gains strength over the Bay of Bengal. The storm is expected to intensify into a...