Politics
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Aug- 2024 -20 August
Australia, Indonesia Agree Defense Pact
Australia and Indonesia unveiled a new defense agreement, pledging closer cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region as a new leader prepares to take over in Jakarta.
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20 August
Putin in Baku Offers to Mediate Azerbaijan-Armenia Peace Deal
Russian Presiden Putin said that Moscow was still committed to its historic role of mediating peace negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia.
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15 August
Why the US and Its Allies Are Losing the New International Hostage Game
The current practice of prisoner swaps, where innocent Western citizens are exchanged for convicted criminals from authoritarian regimes like Russia and Iran, is dangerous and counterproductive.
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6 August
Military in Control of Bangladesh as Long-Time Ruler Hasina Flees
Bangladesh's military was in control of the country on Tuesday after mass protests forced long-time ruler Sheikh Hasina to resign and flee.
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Jul- 2024 -30 July
US Sanctions Firms in China, Iran for Aiding Tehran’s Drone Program
The US sanctioned five people and seven companies in China and Iran, accusing them of aiding Tehran's ballistic missile and drone programs.
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29 July
Polish MPs Allow Security Forces to Use Arms With Impunity
Polish lawmakers voted to allow the security forces to use lethal weapons with impunity in response to active threats, including at the Belarus border.
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17 July
China, Philippines Agree to Presidential Hotline to Stop Maritime Clashes
China and the Philippines have agreed to establish a direct line of communication between their presidents to stop potential maritime clashes.
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17 July
Trump Says Taiwan ‘Should Pay’ US for Defense Against China
Trump said Taiwan "should pay" the US for defense, casting doubt on the relationship between Washington and Taipei should he be re-elected.
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10 July
Enhancing AUKUS: The Strategic Case for Including South Korea
Including South Korea in AUKUS would bolster the collective defense posture against rising regional threats and enhance the strategic balance in East Asia.
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9 July
Sweden Asks NATO to Focus More on China to Win US Support
Sweden called for NATO to step up efforts on China as a way to ensure support from the US, where presidential candidate Trump has loudly criticized the alliance.
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