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China says US President Trump's "shameless" tariff war will backfire
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China says US President Trump’s “shameless” tariff war will backfire

China has once again criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's recent escalation of tariffs, labeling the move as "extremely shameless" and warning that it will
Maldives President officially signs the law banning Israeli passport holders from entering the country
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Maldives President officially signs the law banning Israeli passport holders from entering the country

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu officially signed into law a ban on Israeli passport holders entering the country, citing solidarity with Palestinians amid the ongoing
EU urges candidate states not to celebrate WW2 victory in Moscow
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EU urges candidate states not to celebrate WW2 victory in Moscow

The European Union has urged candidate countries to refrain from participating in Russia's upcoming Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, scheduled for May 9, 2025.
China's exports increased by 12.4% in March despite ongoing trade war with the US
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China’s exports increased by 12.4% in March despite ongoing trade war with the US

China's exports experienced a robust 12.4% year-on-year increase in March, surpassing analysts' expectations and marking a significant rebound despite escalating trade tensions with the
French foreign minister emphasizes European interests in US-Iran nuclear talks
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French foreign minister emphasizes European interests in US-Iran nuclear talks

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot underscored the necessity for ongoing nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran to align with European security interests.
Ukraine ready to buy 10 Patriot systems for $15 billion, Zelensky says
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Ukraine ready to buy 10 Patriot systems for $15 billion, Zelensky says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Ukraine is prepared to purchase 10 U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems for $15 billion, aiming to bolster
Algeria to expel 12 French embassy officials
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Algeria to expel 12 French embassy officials

Algeria has ordered the expulsion of 12 French embassy officials, granting them 48 hours to depart the country, in a move that intensifies diplomatic
'Except Israel' inscription back on Bangladesh passports as Gaza strikes intensify
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‘Except Israel’ inscription back on Bangladesh passports as Gaza strikes intensify

In response to escalating Israeli military actions in Gaza and mounting domestic pressure, Bangladesh has reinstated the phrase "except Israel" on its passports, marking
Senegal begins initial talks with BRICS nations over potential membership
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Senegal begins initial talks with BRICS nations over potential membership

Senegal has initiated discussions with the BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—regarding potential membership in the economic alliance. Yassine Fall, Senegal's Minister
Trump extends Biden-Era sanctions against Russia for one year
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Trump extends Biden-Era sanctions against Russia for one year

President Donald Trump signed an executive order extending the package of sanctions against Russia that were initially imposed by the Biden administration in 2021.
Trump exempts smartphones, computers, and chips from new tariffs, including those imported from China
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Trump exempts smartphones, computers, and chips from new tariffs, including those imported from China

Trump administration has announced exemptions for smartphones, computers, semiconductor chips, and related electronics from the recently imposed reciprocal tariffs, many of which targeted imports
Iran, US end high-level talks in Oman, agree to resume 'next week', Tehran says
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Iran, US end high-level talks in Oman, agree to resume ‘next week’, Tehran says

Iran and the United States concluded a round of high-level talks in Muscat, Oman, on Saturday, agreeing to reconvene next week, according to Iranian
Estonia detains Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in Baltic sea
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Estonia detains Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in Baltic sea

Estonian authorities have detained the oil tanker—The Kiwala— in the Baltic Sea near Tallinn, marking the first direct action by the country against Russia's
Trump envoy's embrace of Russian demands worries Republicans, U.S. allies
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Trump envoy’s embrace of Russian demands worries Republicans, U.S. allies

Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine-Russia negotiations, has emerged as a central figure in U.S. diplomacy, leading peace talks with Russia.
China announces fresh countermeasures, raises tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125%
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China announces fresh countermeasures, raises tariffs on US goods from 84% to 125%

In a significant escalation of the ongoing trade conflict, China has announced an increase in tariffs on U.S. imports from 84% to 125%, effective
UK considers military deployment in Ukraine against new Russian aggression
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UK considers military deployment in Ukraine against new Russian aggression

The United Kingdom is actively considering a significant military deployment to Ukraine in response to escalating Russian aggression. According to recent reports, British troops
Iran warns of potential measures against IAEA amid external threats
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Iran warns of potential measures against IAEA amid external threats

Iran has issued a warning that it may take "deterrent measures" against the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), including expelling inspectors and ceasing cooperation,
EU suspends retaliatory 25% tariffs on US goods after Trump tariff reprieve
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EU suspends retaliatory 25% tariffs on US goods after Trump tariff reprieve

The European Union (EU) announced a 90-day suspension of its planned retaliatory tariffs on $23 billion (€21 billion) worth of U.S. goods. This decision
Israel says recognition of the Palestinian state by France would be a reward for terrorism
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Israel says recognition of the Palestinian state by France would be a reward for terrorism

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar labeled the potential recognition as a "reward for terror," expressing concern that such a move could embolden extremist groups
Ukrainian intelligence has identified 155 Chinese citizens fighting for Russia — Zelensky claims
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Ukrainian intelligence has identified 155 Chinese citizens fighting for Russia — Zelensky claims

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Ukrainian intelligence has identified at least 155 Chinese nationals fighting alongside Russian forces in the ongoing conflict.
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