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Mass firings at US State Department as Trump Dismisses Over 1,350 Staff

1 month 3 weeks ago

President Trump ordered the dismissal of over 1,350 employees from the U.S. State Department, marking a major shake-up in diplomatic staffing. The U.S. Department of State has begun dismissing over 1,350 staff members as part of an unprecedented overhaul of its diplomatic institutions. This move marks one of the largest restructurings in recent history aimed […]

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US Court rejects delay of Afghan TPS end, deportation to begin July 14

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A U.S. federal court rejected delaying the end of Afghan TPS, placing thousands at risk of deportation and loss of work rights. A U.S. federal court has rejected a request to delay the cancellation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Afghan nationals living in the United States. This means that starting July 14, […]

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50,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women in Gaza face severe hunger crisis

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Over 50,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women in Gaza are facing extreme hunger, with no access to food, baby formula, or medical support. With aid corridors still blocked, the United Nations has issued a stark warning that over 50,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women in Gaza have gone days without food. This alarming situation poses severe risks […]

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Kyiv allocates $6.2 million for Russian Drone Interception

1 month 3 weeks ago

Ukraine has allocated $6.2 million to boost its air defense, aiming to strengthen drone interception systems amid rising Russian attacks on Kyiv and surrounding areas. Amid escalating Russian drone and missile attacks on Kyiv, Ukrainian officials have allocated $6.2 million to enhance their drone interception capabilities, local authorities announced on Friday, July 11. According to […]

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Kabul seeks to buy Military equipment from Russia

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Kabul has officially requested to buy military equipment from Russia, marking a new phase in their relations following Moscow’s recent recognition of the Taliban government. Following Russia’s formal recognition of the Taliban government, the group has officially requested to purchase military equipment from Moscow. According to a report published by the Russian newspaper Nezavisimaya Gazeta […]

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US and China hold tense talks amid tariff dispute at ASEAN Summit

1 month 3 weeks ago

U.S. and Chinese foreign ministers met in Malaysia amid rising trade tensions, discussing tariffs and China’s support for Russia in the Ukraine war. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Friday, July 11. This was […]

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UK accepts less than 3% of Afghan relocation applicants in 2025

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The UK Ministry of Defence approved only 2.04% of 17,625 Afghan relocation requests in early 2025, raising concerns over eligibility criteria. The latest statistics from the UK Ministry of Defence reveal that in the first half of 2025, less than three percent of Afghanistan’s applicants under the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) were deemed […]

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WHO warns of rising infectious diseases among deported Afghan migrants

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WHO warns of rising infectious diseases among deported Afghan migrants, citing poor sanitary conditions and urgent need for expanded medical support. The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning about the growing spread of infectious diseases and poor sanitary conditions among Afghan migrants deported from neighboring countries. WHO reports a surge in respiratory infections, […]

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UN warns: New Media Restrictions in Afghanistan fuel fear and self-censorship

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UN warns that new media restrictions in Afghanistan are fueling widespread fear, tightening control, and significantly increasing self-censorship among journalists. The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has expressed serious concern over a new media directive issued by the Taliban. The agency warned that the policy, which requires pre-approval of political programs and guests […]

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Japan provides $5 million to support polio eradication in Afghanistan

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Japan has provided $5 million through UNICEF to support polio eradication efforts and strengthen immunization programs across all 34 provinces of Afghanistan. The Government of Japan, in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has pledged US$5 million to UNICEF to support polio eradication and strengthen routine immunization across Afghanistan’s 34 provinces. This 12-month […]

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Kenya’s president orders police to shoot protesters in the legs amid growing unrest

1 month 3 weeks ago

Kenya’s President William Ruto ordered police to shoot protesters in the legs amid deadly unrest over police brutality, corruption, and youth anger. Kenyan President William Ruto has ordered police forces to shoot protesters in the legs to quell widespread unrest, sparking national and international concern. His comments came as demonstrations escalated over the death of […]

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US Defense Secretary halts Ukraine Arms transfers White House Approval

1 month 3 weeks ago

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth halted arms transfers to Ukraine without informing the White House, sparking controversy and concerns over internal coordination. In a surprising move, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly halted the shipment of military aid to Ukraine without informing President Donald Trump, the State Department, or the U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine. […]

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Trump to Brazil: Stop Bolsonaro trial or face 50% tariffs

1 month 3 weeks ago

U.S. President Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Brazilian imports unless Bolsonaro’s prosecution stops, calling the trial a political “witch hunt.” U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Brazilian authorities, threatening to impose tariffs of up to 50% on Brazilian imports if the ongoing legal proceedings against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro are […]

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Iran forcing Afghan Refugees into “Hell”, says EU Lawmaker

1 month 3 weeks ago

EU lawmaker Hannah Neumann condemned Iran’s mass deportation of Afghan refugees, calling it a “collective failure” and “forced return to hell without legal process.” In a strongly worded statement, Hannah Neumann, Member of the European Parliament, has denounced Iran’s ongoing forced deportation of Afghan migrants, calling it a “collective failure” and a “crime in progress.” […]

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IAEA Chief Warns: Iran’s Secrecy on Nuclear Program poses rising global threat

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IAEA chief Rafael Grossi warns that while no evidence shows Iran has a nuclear bomb, its secrecy and reduced cooperation pose a growing global threat. Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has stated that while there is no evidence Iran currently possesses nuclear weapons, Tehran’s declining cooperation with the agency […]

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UK and France seek new deal to curb illegal migration

1 month 3 weeks ago

UK Prime Minister Starmer and French President Macron discussed a new bilateral framework to deter illegal migration and enhance cross-border cooperation. In a bid to strengthen cooperation on migration control, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with French President Emmanuel Macron in London on July 9, urging deeper bilateral efforts to tackle the rising flow […]

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Borrell: ICC-Wanted Netanyahu nominates Trump, top arms supplier behind Gaza Ethnic Cleansing, for Nobel Peace Price

1 month 3 weeks ago

EU’s Borrell criticized Netanyahu for nominating Trump—his top arms supplier—for the Nobel Peace Prize amid Gaza’s ongoing ethnic cleansing crisis. Josep Borrell, former EU foreign policy chief, has sharply criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent move to nominate U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Borrell denounced the nomination, calling it an […]

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Texas flash floods kill 109, leave 161 missing as search turns desperate

1 month 3 weeks ago

Texas flash floods have killed 109 people and left 161 missing, prompting massive rescue efforts amid rising waters, destruction, and fading hope. At least 109 people have been confirmed dead and 161 remain missing after catastrophic flash floods struck central Texas, according to U.S. media reports. The disaster unfolded on July 4th when torrential rains […]

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Six killed in Balochistan shooting, including teen girl and army soldier

1 month 3 weeks ago

At least six people, including a teenage girl and an army soldier, were killed in separate shootings across Pakistan’s Balochistan province. At least six people, including a teenage girl and a soldier, were shot dead on Tuesday, July 8, during a series of targeted attacks in various districts of Balochistan, Pakistan. Local officials reported that […]

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