North Korea Vows to Continue Advancing Nuclear Arsenal, KCNA Reports

North Korea has announced plans to further strengthen its nuclear arsenal, according to state media KCNA. The declaration comes as tensions with the United States and South Korea continue to escalate. “You cannot expect us to remain defenseless,” a North Korean official stated. The government insists that its nuclear weapons program is essential for national […]

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US Expands Submarine Presence in Australia Under AUKUS Pact

The United States has begun expanding its submarine presence on Australia’s strategic northern coast as part of the AUKUS security pact. The move strengthens military ties between the U.S., Australia, and the United Kingdom amid growing tensions in the Indo-Pacific. “You need strong deterrence in this region,” a senior U.S. defense official said. China’s expanding […]

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Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza Kill 15, Palestinian Medics Report

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least 15 people over the past 24 hours, according to Palestinian medics. The attacks targeted multiple locations, including residential areas and militant positions. “You hear explosions day and night,” a Gaza resident said. The strikes are part of Israel’s ongoing military campaign against Hamas. The Israeli military claims […]

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Lithuania Supports Plan to Double EU Military Assistance for Ukraine

Lithuania has endorsed a proposal to increase the European Union’s military aid for Ukraine from €5 billion to €10 billion. The plan, aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s defense against Russia, would provide more funding for weapons, ammunition, and training. European leaders are expected to discuss the proposal in the coming weeks. As the war enters its […]

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US Pledges More Strikes on Houthis Until Red Sea Attacks Stop

The United States has escalated its military campaign against Yemen’s Houthi rebels in response to continued attacks on Red Sea shipping. U.S. forces have carried out multiple airstrikes targeting Houthi missile sites, drone launchers, and command centers. Officials emphasize that these operations are necessary to protect global trade and ensure the security of commercial vessels. […]

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Former US Rep. Nita Lowey, Influential House Appropriations Chair, Dies

Nita Lowey, a longtime Democratic congresswoman from New York and the first woman to chair the House Appropriations Committee, has passed away at the age of 87. She died at home, surrounded by family, after battling cancer. Lowey’s career in Congress spanned over three decades, beginning in 1989 when she was elected to represent New […]

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Trump Says His 24-Hour Russia-Ukraine War Pledge Was ‘Sarcastic’

U.S. President Donald Trump has acknowledged that his claim of ending the Russia-Ukraine war within 24 hours was made with “a little bit” of sarcasm.He clarified in a recent interview that while the statement was not meant to be taken literally, he still believes a resolution is possible with the right leadership and diplomatic approach. […]

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Zelenskiy Appoints New Military Chief to Accelerate Ukraine’s Defense Reforms

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Major General Andrii Hnatov as the new Chief of the General Staff. The leadership change aims to accelerate military reforms and improve Ukraine’s defense against Russian forces. Hnatov has held key combat roles since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion. His experience leading operations in the Donetsk region has […]

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Netanyahu Moves to Remove Head of Israel’s Security Agency

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking to remove Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar over an “ongoing lack of trust.” The decision has triggered political turmoil, with critics accusing Netanyahu of undermining Israel’s security institutions. “You cannot lead a security agency without full confidence from the prime minister,” Netanyahu stated. He emphasized that trust is […]

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Japan PM Ishiba Faces Record-Low Approval Ratings, Asahi Reports

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s cabinet approval rating has dropped to a record low of 26%, according to an Asahi newspaper poll. The sharp decline follows public outrage over a political funding scandal involving the distribution of gift vouchers to lawmakers. The controversy erupted after Ishiba admitted to handing out 100,000 yen gift vouchers to 15 […]

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