Conflicts & Security

Deutsche Welle

December 04, 2025

Macron Seeks Xi's Help on Ukraine Peace During Critical China Visit

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in China for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping, aiming to secure Chinese support for Ukraine ceasefire while navigating complex trade negotiations.

#macron #xi-jinping #ukraine-war

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France 24

December 04, 2025

EU Strikes Deal to End Russian Gas Imports by 2027

European Union reaches compromise to ban all Russian gas imports by end of 2027, targeting Moscow's war funding while balancing energy security concerns.

#EU #Russian gas #energy security

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Al Jazeera

December 04, 2025

Last Native American D-Day Veteran Charles Shay Dies at 101

Charles Shay, the final surviving Native American WWII D-Day veteran, passed away at 101 in France, marking the end of an era for indigenous military service.

#Native American veterans #D-Day anniversary #World War II history

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The New York Times

December 03, 2025

El Chapo's Son Admits Kidnapping Cartel Partner in US Court

Joaquín Guzmán López pleads guilty to orchestrating the abduction of drug kingpin Ismael Zambada García and facilitating his transport to US authorities.

#El Chapo #Sinaloa Cartel #Mexico Drug War

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The Guardian

December 03, 2025

UK Foreign Office Accused of Censoring Sudan Genocide Warning

Whistleblower reveals FCDO officials allegedly removed genocide warnings from Sudan risk assessments to protect UAE interests amid ongoing civil war.

#Sudan #genocide #UK foreign policy

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BBC

December 03, 2025

US Military Buildup in Caribbean Raises Venezuela War Concerns

BBC analysis reveals significant US military asset movements in Caribbean waters following strikes on Venezuelan drug vessels, sparking debate over potential military escalation.

#US military #Venezuela #Caribbean security

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France 24

December 03, 2025

Macron Visits Beijing: Ukraine Peace and Trade Tensions on Agenda

French President Macron begins crucial three-day China visit, seeking Xi's help on Ukraine ceasefire while addressing growing EU-China trade imbalances.

#France-China relations #Ukraine conflict #Xi Jinping

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The New York Times

December 03, 2025

Putin-Witkoff Talks Yield No Breakthrough as US Seeks Ukraine Peace

High-level diplomatic meeting in Russia produces no concrete agreements as Washington intensifies efforts to broker an end to the Ukraine conflict.

#Putin #Ukraine-war #US-diplomacy

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Deutsche Welle

December 03, 2025

Russian Language Persists in Ukrainian Schools Despite War Efforts

Despite ongoing war and government Ukrainization policies, Russian remains commonly spoken in Kyiv school playgrounds, highlighting complex linguistic and cultural challenges.

#Ukraine #Russia #language-policy

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The Guardian

December 03, 2025

Hegseth Sparks Controversy with Militarized Franklin Turtle Meme

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces backlash after posting a meme depicting beloved children's character Franklin the Turtle with military weapons targeting boats.

#Pete Hegseth #US Defense Secretary #military controversy

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Al Jazeera

December 03, 2025

Costco Challenges Trump Tariffs in Court Ahead of SCOTUS Ruling

Retail giant Costco files lawsuit against Trump administration seeking tariff refunds, as Supreme Court prepares to rule on trade policy legality.

#trade-war #tariffs #supreme-court

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Al Jazeera

December 02, 2025

Trump Administration Escalates Venezuela Tensions with Military Claims

The Trump administration's conflicting statements on Venezuela are raising concerns about potential military escalation in the region.

#Venezuela #Trump #military-intervention

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