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Trump Sets 10-Day Window for Iran Deal as Military Pressure and Diplomacy Intensify

The White House signals a narrow timeline for diplomacy while Congress pushes back on unilateral military action and regional tensions rise. President Donald Trump has set a stark timeline for resolving one of the world’s most volatile geopolitical standoffs, saying the international community will learn “over the next, probably, ten days” whether Washington reaches a […]

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British Royal Arrested Over Alleged Misconduct Linked to Epstein: A Legal, Political, and Institutional Reckoning

The unprecedented detention of King Charles’ brother intensifies scrutiny of accountability, governance ethics, and the monarchy’s modern role. The arrest of a senior member of Britain’s royal family over alleged misconduct in public office linked to Jeffrey Epstein marks a watershed moment for the United Kingdom’s constitutional culture. Never in modern times has a royal

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Ukraine–Russia Peace Talks in Geneva End Without Breakthrough as Trust Deficit Widens

Kyiv accuses Moscow of stalling while US pressure grows, European allies seek a larger role, and markets react to the lack of progress. Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia concluded in Geneva without a breakthrough, underscoring the widening trust deficit between the two sides as the war enters its fifth year. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

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Jesse L. Jackson, Icon of America’s Civil Rights Movement, Dies at 84

The longtime activist, minister, and presidential contender leaves a complex legacy of moral leadership, political ambition, and global advocacy. Jesse L. Jackson, one of the most recognizable figures of the American civil rights movement and a tireless advocate for racial justice, economic equality, and political inclusion, has died at the age of 84. A close

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Iran–US Nuclear Talks in Geneva Show ‘Guiding Principles’ Progress, but Major Hurdles Remain

Tehran signals cautious optimism as energy markets react, regional tensions simmer, and negotiators face hard choices over sanctions, enrichment, and security guarantees. Fresh diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States in Geneva has produced what Iranian officials describe as agreement on broad “guiding principles” for future negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme. While the announcement

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Israeli foreign minister in Jerusalem amid Gaza conflict and West Bank policy debate

Israel Moves to Register West Bank Land, Palestinians Warn of ‘Creeping Annexation’

Cabinet approval to formalize land records deepens fears of permanent occupation as settlement expansion, security policy, and diplomacy collide. Israel’s cabinet has approved a policy to initiate land registration across parts of the occupied West Bank, a move that Israeli officials frame as a legal and security measure but which Palestinians condemn as a step

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Iran Signals Economic Openings in Nuclear Talks With the US as Sanctions Relief Takes Center Stage

Tehran floats energy, mining, and aircraft cooperation in renewed negotiations, while Washington balances diplomacy with military pressure across the Middle East. Iran has indicated that a new round of negotiations with the United States could include economic cooperation across energy, mining, and civil aviation, signaling a more pragmatic tone as both sides seek to avoid

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Finnish President Alexander Stubb, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at an international security conference

Nordic Leaders Call for Long-Range Strike Capability for Ukraine as War Enters a More Dangerous Phase

Denmark and Finland urge allies to lift limits on deep-strike weapons, while Moscow warns of “overwhelming” retaliation and wider escalation. As the war in Ukraine grinds into another year of high-intensity conflict, senior leaders from Northern Europe are pressing Western allies to remove restrictions on long-range weapons that would allow Kyiv to strike deep into

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US Prepares for Prolonged Military Operations Against Iran as Diplomacy Hangs in the Balance

Pentagon planning signals a potential shift from one-off strikes to sustained campaigns, raising fears of regional escalation across the Middle East. The United States military is preparing contingency plans for potentially weeks-long operations against Iran should diplomatic efforts fail, according to officials familiar with current planning. The development marks a significant escalation in posture from

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UK and European Allies Accuse Moscow of Poisoning Alexei Navalny With Rare Neurotoxin

Two years after Navalny’s death in custody, Western governments cite forensic findings pointing to a dart frog–derived toxin, reigniting calls for accountability and tougher sanctions. Two years after the sudden death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in a remote penal colony, the case has re-entered the global spotlight. The United Kingdom, joined by several

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