03 Sep, 2026

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Human Rights Watch Calls for Investigation into Death of Detainee Following Removal from Najaf Hospital by Iraqi Drug Police

Latvia wants €7B from EU to cope with fallout from Russia’s war

Zambia on Edge: Opposition Leader Arrested Amid Allegations of Insurrection Plot and Election Tensions

Over 150 Israeli Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Compound and Perform Prayers, Violating Status Quo Under Police Protection.

EU ready to send satellite system to help Indonesia after 7.7 magnitude earthquake

Rescuers search for survivors of powerful Indonesia earthquake

Human Rights Watch Calls for Investigation into Death of Detainee Following Removal from Najaf Hospital by Iraqi Drug Police

The death of a 22-year-old man in the custody of Iraqi narcotics police has sparked significant international concern and calls for a transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding his treatment…
Harry Rosadi

Latvia wants €7B from EU to cope with fallout from Russia’s war

The End of the Hungarian Shield For the past several years, Viktor Orbán’s administration in Budapest frequently exercised its veto power within the European Council to delay or dilute sanctions…
Eko Pujianto

Zambia on Edge: Opposition Leader Arrested Amid Allegations of Insurrection Plot and Election Tensions

Zambia’s political landscape has been rocked by a dramatic turn of events following the country’s presidential election, with security forces announcing the seizure of a cache of weapons and the…
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Over 150 Israeli Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Compound and Perform Prayers, Violating Status Quo Under Police Protection.

On the morning of August 16, 2026, a significant number of Israeli settlers, exceeding 150 individuals, entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem. Under the direct protection and…
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EU ready to send satellite system to help Indonesia after 7.7 magnitude earthquake

The Engineering Crisis at Paks The Paks Nuclear Power Plant, located approximately 100 kilometers south of Budapest, is the cornerstone of Hungary’s energy independence, generating roughly half of the country’s…
Eko Pujianto

Colombia pledges to exit investment protection system after fossil fuel lawsuits

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The ISDS system, a mechanism embedded in more than 2,500 international investment agreements (IIAs) and bilateral investment treaties (BITs), allows foreign investors to sue sovereign states in private tribunals for policy changes that negatively impact their expected profits. While originally designed to protect investors from arbitrary expropriation in the post-colonial era, the system has increasingly […]

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Hiroshima: A City Reborn Amidst the Echoes of Atomic Devastation

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Weeks before the vibrant sakura blossoms began to unfurl, I arrived in Hiroshima. My intention was to confront the somber narrative etched into the very fabric of the Peace Memorial Museum, to brace myself for the weight of history, and to acknowledge the darker facets of the human condition, especially in an era where the […]

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FAA and Defense Department Establish Landmark Safety Protocols for High-Energy Laser Deployment in United States Airspace

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In a significant shift for domestic air defense strategy, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Department of Defense (DOD) have finalized a comprehensive safety agreement that permits the regular deployment of high-energy laser weapons on American soil. The move, announced following a rigorous safety assessment, is designed to counter the escalating threat of low-cost, […]

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Global Leaders Gather in Berlin to Address Sudan Crisis as Three-Year Conflict Marks Devastating Toll on Civilians and Infrastructure

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International leaders and diplomats convened in Berlin on April 15, 2026, marking exactly three years since the outbreak of full-scale hostilities in Sudan. The high-level summit, hosted by Germany alongside the African Union, France, the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States, aims to address the deteriorating security situation and the catastrophic humanitarian […]

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Vance says best for Vatican to ‘stick to morality’

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US Vice President JD Vance has asserted that the Vatican should "stick to matters of morality," a statement that underscores the intensifying friction between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV concerning the ongoing conflict in Iran. The Vice President’s remarks, delivered during an interview with Fox News, advocated for a clear demarcation of responsibilities, […]

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Hong Kong Taxpayers Face Potential HK$28 Billion Bill from Defunct COVID-19 Loan Scheme Defaults

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Hong Kong taxpayers are facing a potential financial burden of nearly HK$28 billion (US$3.57 billion) due to defaults on loans issued under a now-discontinued government-backed scheme, initially designed to provide a crucial lifeline to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Special 100% Loan Guarantee, a prominent component of the SME Financing […]

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Senator Ruben Gallego Calls for Expulsion of Representative Eric Swalwell Amidst Sexual Assault Allegations, Leading to Swalwell’s Resignation

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The political landscape in Washington D.C. was rocked today by a dramatic series of events culminating in the swift resignation of Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) after a former staffer accused him of sexual assault and Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) publicly called for his expulsion from Congress. The revelations have sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party […]

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Transitioning away from fossil fuels in an unstable world: how can Santa Marta deliver?

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As global leaders and climate experts gather in the coastal city of Santa Marta, Colombia, the challenge of navigating a just energy transition has reached a critical juncture. Against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical tensions, fluctuating energy markets, and a shortfall in international climate finance, the "Santa Marta Dialogue" aims to establish a blueprint for […]

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Bullrich: "Now is the time to invest"

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Patricia Bullrich, a national senator for the City of Buenos Aires, met with the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Argentina on Monday. Following the encounter, she tweeted: "The best employment is always created by the private sector: now is the time to invest, accompany, and generate opportunities." This statement from Bullrich underscores a core tenet […]

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Maritime Power at a Crossroads: Center for Maritime Strategy Urges Allied Integration Amidst Strait of Hormuz Blockade and Industrial Base Atrophy

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The United States Navy finds itself navigating a period of unprecedented operational demand and systemic industrial fragility as it enforces a high-stakes blockade of the Strait of Hormuz during the escalating conflict with Iran. Against this backdrop of heightened maritime warfare, the Center for Maritime Strategy (CMS), a nonpartisan think tank dedicated to national security […]

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