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Politics
Threats to Iran Spike ‘Volatility’: UN Official
A senior UN official warned that threats of action against Iran, like those made by Trump, increased volatility in the protest-torn country.
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Politics
UN Chief Attacks World Leaders Putting Cooperation on ‘Deathwatch’
UN Secretary-General Guterres lashed out at world leaders who he said were seeking to "put international cooperation on deathwatch" amid brazen violations of international law.
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Middle East
Trump Announces ‘Board of Peace’ Formed for Gaza
Trump on Thursday announced the formation of a Gaza "board of peace," a key phase of a US-backed plan to end the war in the Palestinian territory.
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Middle East
US Says Gaza Truce Plan Entering Phase Two as Governance Body Formed
A US-backed plan to end the war in Gaza was moving into its second phase, as Palestinian factions agreed on the make-up of a post-war governing committee.
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Politics
Japan, Philippines Agree Military Resupply Deal
The Philippines and Japan signed an agreement allowing for the resupply of fuel and ammunition to each other's forces.
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Middle East
Turkey ‘In Talks’ With Pakistan and Saudi Over Defense Pact
Turkey is holding talks with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to join a defense alliance established in September between the two countries.
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Africa
Clashes Between Chadian Army, Rebels Kill Six
Clashes between the Chadian army and the MPRD rebel group have killed at least six people in the country's south, both sides said Wednesday.
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Europe
Germany, France to Send Troops to Greenland, Coveted by Trump
Germany and France said they will send troops to Greenland along with other European countries, as Trump ramped up threats to conquer the Arctic island.
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Politics
South Korea Vows Legal Action Over Drone Incursion Into North
South Korea vowed to punish whoever is found responsible for a recent drone incursion into North Korea, after Pyongyang demanded an apology.
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Terrorism
US Designates Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan as Terrorists
The US designated the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt as well as Lebanon and Jordan as terrorist organizations, fulfilling a long demand of Arab allies and US conservatives.
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