Conflicts & Security

The New York Times

November 29, 2025

Zelensky Dismisses Key Deputy Yermak in Major Ukrainian Reshuffle

President Zelensky's firing of deputy Andriy Yermak removes a crucial enforcer and peace negotiator during Ukraine's ongoing war with Russia.

#Ukraine #Zelensky #Russia-Ukraine-War

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025

Silicon Valley's Media Makeover: How Big Tech Builds Friendly Networks

Tech giants are creating alternative media platforms to reshape public perception amid growing scrutiny. CEOs now bypass traditional journalism for sympathetic coverage.

#big-tech #media-manipulation #silicon-valley

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The New York Times

November 29, 2025

Hong Kong Fire Tragedy: Officials Ignored Year-Long Safety Warnings

Hong Kong authorities failed to act on repeated resident warnings about fire hazards at Wang Fuk Court apartments for over a year before tragedy struck.

#Hong Kong #public safety #governance

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France 24

November 29, 2025

Global Aviation Crisis: Airbus A320 Software Glitch Disrupts Travel

Airlines worldwide scramble to fix solar radiation-linked software glitch affecting Airbus A320s after JetBlue incident causes major travel disruptions.

#aviation-safety #airbus-a320 #travel-disruption

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BBC

November 29, 2025

Orbán Breaks Ranks: Hungary PM's Moscow Visit Sparks EU Fury

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's latest meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow has deepened rifts within the EU, as Russia's president praises Hungary's 'balanced' Ukraine stance.

#Viktor Orban #Hungary EU relations #Putin Moscow meeting

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025

Pope Leo Warns of 'Piecemeal World War' During Historic Turkey Visit

Pope Leo issues stark warning about global conflict during his inaugural overseas trip, meeting with Turkish President Erdoğan in Ankara.

#papal-diplomacy #turkey-relations #global-conflict

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025

Guinea-Bissau Military Seizes Control After Disputed Election

West African nation plunges into crisis as military forms ruling command following contested presidential poll. Both main candidates claimed victory before army intervention.

#guinea-bissau #military-coup #west-africa

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BBC

November 29, 2025

Dan Driscoll: Trump's 'Drone Guy' Leading Ukraine Peace Talks

Dan Driscoll, youngest-ever US Army Secretary, emerges as Trump's key figure in renewed Ukraine peace negotiations, bringing military tech expertise to diplomatic efforts.

#Ukraine #diplomacy #Trump

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The New York Times

November 29, 2025

IDF Kills Two Palestinians Who Appeared to Surrender in West Bank

Israeli forces fatally shot two Palestinians in the West Bank despite video evidence suggesting they had surrendered, prompting an official investigation amid escalating military operations.

#Israel #Palestine #West Bank

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Al Jazeera

November 28, 2025

Ukraine Faces Critical Resource Crisis as War Enters Third Year

Ukraine confronts severe shortages of manpower, funding, and time as the conflict with Russia intensifies, forcing urgent institutional reforms.

#Ukraine #Russia-war #military-crisis

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BBC

November 28, 2025

Orbán Defies EU Unity with Surprise Putin Meeting in Moscow

Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán met Vladimir Putin in Moscow, drawing criticism from EU partners. Putin praised Hungary's 'balanced position' on Ukraine conflict.

#Viktor Orban #Vladimir Putin #EU foreign policy

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Deutsche Welle

November 28, 2025

German Children's Series on East Germany Wins International Emmy

A German children's series exploring life behind the Berlin Wall has won an International Emmy Award, bringing Cold War history to young audiences worldwide.

#East Germany #Cold War #Berlin Wall

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