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China Imposes Retaliatory Provisional Duties on EU Dairy Imports
China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on Monday, December 22, that provisional duties of up to 42.7% will be imposed on certain European Union (EU) dairy… READ MORE
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U.S. Announces $10 Billion Arms Deals with Taiwan, Prompting China’s Response
The Trump administration has announced a massive $10 billion arms sale to Taiwan, including medium-range missiles, self-propelled howitzers, drones, and other advanced military equipment, sparking… READ MORE
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South Korea Signs Trade Deal to Import British cars, Salmon and Guinness
South Korea has signed a new trade agreement with the United Kingdom aimed at expanding imports of British-made cars, Scottish salmon and Guinness canned in… READ MORE
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Tarique Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and eldest son of former President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, was sworn in as Prime Minister on February 17, 2026. Rahman formed a 49-member cabinet, including 25 ministers and 24 state ministers, following the BNP’s decisive victory in the 13th parliamentary elections…
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U.S. and Philippines conclude Tempest Wind 2024 counterterrorism exercise
The Philippines and the United States have successfully wrapped up the Tempest Wind 2024 (TW24) interagency counterterrorism exercise, held in the Philippines. Designed as a…
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U.S. intelligence reveals Russia’s escalating interference in election favoring Trump
As Election Day approaches, U.S. intelligence officials revealed on September 6, 2024 that Russia is significantly ramping up its election interference activities, specifically targeting efforts…
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Venezuelan government ends Brazil’s role in representing Argentine interests
The Venezuelan government, led by President Nicolás Maduro, has abruptly terminated Brazil’s authority to manage Argentine interests in Venezuela, affecting the stewardship of Argentina’s embassy…
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CIA Chief warns of “dramatic escalation” if Iran supplies ballistic missiles to Russia
Central Intelligence Agency Director William Burns warned that Iran providing ballistic missiles to Russia would represent a “dramatic escalation” in their military cooperation, potentially worsening…
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Chinese official urges U.S. to see its population as an asset during trade talks
During trade discussions on September 8, 2024, senior Chinese official Wang Shouwen emphasized that China’s substantial population should be seen as an opportunity rather than…
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UN calls for investigation into death of American activist in West Bank
The United Nations has demanded a “full investigation” into the death of Aysenur Eygi, a 26-year-old American volunteer who was killed by Israeli forces in…
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U.S. reinforces support for Ukraine during Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma’s Kyiv visit
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma met, on September 6, 2024, with key Ukrainian officials in Kyiv, reaffirming the United…
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U.S. announces $250 million military aid package for Ukraine amid conflict with Russia
| Shongjog news agency | The United States has unveiled a new package of significant military aid for Ukraine to support its defense against Russia’s…
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Iran allegedly supplies short-range ballistic missiles to Russia
| Shongjog news agency | The Wall Street Journal, on September 6, 2024, reported that Iran has sent short-range ballistic missiles to Russia, based on…
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Iran calls Russia’s support for Zangezur Corridor a threat to regional integrity
| Shongjog news agency | Iran, on September 5, 2024, criticized Russia’s support for the Zangezur Corridor project in the South Caucasus, which aims to…
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Indonesian police detain seven people over failed plot to attack Pope Francis
| Shongjog news agency | Indonesian police have detained seven people in connection with a failed plot to attack Pope Francis, who recently completed the…
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Bangladesh Chief Adviser calls for Sheikh Hasina’s return from India for trial
Prof. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, has called for the return of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India to face trial…
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Xi Jinping unveils $51 billion plan to finance Africa, including infrastructure and job creation
Chinese president Xi Jinping, on September 5, 2024, announced China’s plan to significantly increase support for Africa over the next three years. China will provide…
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U.S. Unveils New Measures against Russian Covert Efforts to Influence U.S. Elections
In a press briefing held on September 4, 2024, the Department of State’s spokesperson Matthew Miller has made accusations about new Russian efforts to undermine…
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FBI uncovers Russia’s covert psychological warfare campaign targeting Europe
| Shongjog news agency | The U.S. government, on September 4, 2024, indicted two Russian citizens and seized over 30 internet domains linked to efforts…
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Bangladesh calls for ousted Prime Minister’s return to face trial for atrocities
| Shongjog news agency | Prof. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, has called for the return of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina…
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