Global tensions rise with gang violence in Haiti, ongoing Ukraine conflict funding, border clashes in Southeast Asia, and US political controversies dominating headlines.
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Dozens killed in violent clashes in Haiti's capital
A violent conflict erupted in Haiti's capital as armed men broke away from a gang coalition, resulting in dozens of deaths according to a human rights group.
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European Union commits funding to Ukraine for two years
EU leaders agreed to provide economic and military support to Ukraine for the next two years, although leveraging Russian assets remains a significant challenge.
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Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia leave civilians dead and displaced
Seven civilians were killed and tens of thousands displaced amid ongoing clashes along the Thailand-Cambodia border, exacerbating regional instability.
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British security services protected a spy within the IRA accused of killings
A UK report revealed MI5 suppressed the truth about a top spy embedded in the Irish Republican Army wanted for murder, reflecting complex intelligence controversies.
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Pope Leo meets Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calling for peace
In a significant diplomatic gesture during Zelenskyy's European tour, Pope Leo urged for a 'just and lasting' peace in Ukraine.
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Sudanese militia leader sentenced to 20 years for Darfur war crimes
The International Criminal Court sentenced a Janjaweed militia leader to two decades in prison for atrocities committed during the Darfur conflict over 20 years ago.
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Fire in Jakarta office building kills at least 22 people
An office building in Indonesia's capital was engulfed in a deadly fire, resulting in at least 22 fatalities as reported by local police.
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Populist billionaire Andrej Babiš sworn in as Czech Prime Minister
Following October's elections, Andrej Babiš took office, marking a shift in Czech politics with his populist platform.
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US President Donald Trump threatens new tariffs on Indian rice imports
In an ongoing trade dispute, Trump accused India of dumping rice on the US market and warned of imposing additional tariffs.
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President Trump holds emergency Cabinet talks over controversial Venezuela strikes
Amid condemnation of military strikes killing survivors of a narcotics interdiction, Trump convened urgent Cabinet meetings, facing bipartisan criticism over alleged war crimes.