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Trump Threatens to Abandon Ukraine Peace Talks if Progress Stalls
President Donald Trump declared Friday that the United States is prepared to withdraw from facilitating peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine if either side proves to be an impediment to progress
Trump's Visa Policies Trigger Uncertainty for Indian Students
The resurgence of Donald Trump's administration has sent ripples of anxiety through the Indian student community aspiring to study in the United States
Growing Discontent in Israel Over Government's Handling of Gaza Conflict
Public dissatisfaction is mounting in Israel regarding the government's approach to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, with criticism spanning from the handling of hostage negotiations to the overall military strategy
Ukraine Grapples With Desertion Crisis, Offers Amnesty in Bid to Bolster Front Lines
KYIV, Ukraine – As the war with Russia enters its third year, Ukraine faces a significant challenge: a surge in desertions within its military ranks
Europe Steps Up on Ukraine as US Role Remains Uncertain
As the war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, Europe is increasingly taking a leading role in supporting Kyiv, amid growing uncertainty about the United States' commitment to the conflict
'Hajnowka 5' Face Trial in Poland for Aiding Refugees, Sparking Debate Over Humanitarian Aid
The trial of five individuals in Hajnówka, Poland, for assisting migrants and refugees at the Poland-Belarus border has ignited a fierce debate about the criminalization of humanitarian aid
Zimbabwe Escalates Restrictions on NGOs, Raising Concerns About Democratic Space
HARARE – The government of Zimbabwe is increasingly tightening its control over non-governmental organizations (NGOs), sparking fears of a shrinking democratic space and increased limitations on civil liberties
Southeast Asia Walks Tightrope as US-China Competition Intensifies
Southeast Asia is increasingly finding itself in a precarious position, balancing the competing interests of the United States and China as both superpowers vie for influence in the region
Russia Moves to Delist Taliban as Terrorist Organization, Paving Way for Closer Ties
Moscow is taking steps to remove the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations, signaling a potential shift in regional dynamics and a deepening relationship between Russia and the current Afghan government
Germany's Peace Movement: From Mass Protests to a Fractured Landscape
For decades, Germany has been a stronghold of pacifist sentiment, a legacy born from the ashes of two World Wars
Namibia Grapples with Lingering Legacy of Colonial-Era 'Red Line'
Namibia, a nation celebrated for its independence and progress, continues to wrestle with the enduring implications of a relic from its colonial past: the "Red Line." This veterinary cordon fence, established during the German colonial era and reinforced under South African rule, physically and symbolically divides the country, raising questions about economic equity, historical justice, and national unity
German Firms Eye Bangladesh as Trade Winds Shift
Bangladesh, a rising manufacturing hub in South Asia, is attracting increased interest from German companies amidst a volatile global trade landscape
Earthquake Relief in Myanmar Crippled by Airstrikes, Aid Blockage
YANGON, Myanmar – A 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar on March 28 has left a trail of devastation, with the death toll exceeding 3,000 and thousands more injured and displaced
French-Algerian Ties Severed as Diplomatic Crisis Spirals
A deepening diplomatic crisis between France and Algeria has led to a series of escalating actions, threatening to unravel months of attempted reconciliation between the two nations
