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WorldMay 7

Colorado man to plead guilty in firebomb attack on demonstrators

Mohamed Sabry Soliman faces life in prison for throwing molotov cocktails at demonstrators supporting Israeli hostages in Gaza.

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WorldMay 6

Japan Conducts Missile Exercise with US and Allies in Northern Philippines

Japan fired missiles in joint military drills with the US and allies in the northern Philippines, marking an expanded military role in the South China Sea region.

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WorldMar 27

Iranian Missile Attack Intercept Rate Exceeds 90%, Defense Costs Under Scrutiny

High intercept rates of Iranian missiles raise questions about long-term sustainability of expensive interceptor systems against cheaper attack drones.

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WorldMar 27

Southeast Asia Revives Nuclear Power Plans Amid Energy Demand and Regional Conflicts

Five Southeast Asian nations are pursuing nuclear power to meet surging energy demands from AI data centers while regional conflicts highlight energy security vulnerabilities.

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WorldMay 27

US military strike kills one on suspected drug vessel in Pacific Ocean

A US military operation against a suspected drug trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific resulted in one death and two survivors.

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WorldMar 27

Ukraine War Prompts European Military Changes, Germany Increases Defense Spending

The conflict in Ukraine has led to shifts in European military thinking, with Germany notably increasing its defense capabilities.

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WorldMar 9

Iran-Israel conflict escalates with attacks on civilian infrastructure

Bahrain accuses Iran of striking a desalination plant as the nine-day conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance continues to expand across the region.

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WorldMay 12

UK to Deploy Military Assets to Gulf Following Strait of Hormuz Peace Deal

Britain will send Typhoon fighter jets, drone boats and mine-hunting systems to the Gulf region after a peace agreement regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

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WorldMar 13

France Returns Sacred Drum to Côte d'Ivoire After Century of Colonial Seizure

France has returned a sacred talking drum confiscated by colonial authorities in 1916 to Côte d'Ivoire as part of broader cultural restitution efforts.

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WorldApr 12

Cuban President Says Cuba Would Fight Back Against U.S. Military Action

Miguel Díaz-Canel told NBC News that Cuba would defend itself against any potential U.S. invasion in his first American television interview.

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WorldMay 5

Putin Announces Ceasefire with Ukraine for May 8-9 WWII Anniversary

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a temporary ceasefire with Ukraine for May 8-9 to mark World War II anniversary dates.

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WorldMay 26

More than 1.5 million pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for annual Hajj pilgrimage

Over 1.5 million foreign pilgrims have gathered in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj, marking an increase from last year amid regional tensions.

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WorldMay 26

Starbucks Korea CEO apologizes for marketing campaign linked to 1980 massacre

Starbucks Korea faced backlash and sales decline after marketing campaign was seen as referencing 1980 military crackdown that killed hundreds.

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WorldMay 22

Europe Considers Ukraine Peace Envoy as Diplomatic Discussions Continue

European officials are debating the appointment of an envoy for potential Ukraine peace talks with Russia, though specifics remain under discussion.

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WorldMay 26

Quad Nations Meet in India as Group Seeks Revival After Previous Tensions

Diplomatic representatives from Australia, India, Japan and the US gathered in India to revive the Quad partnership following earlier strains.

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