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The Guardian

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

Germany Abandons Afghan Allies: 640 Promised Sanctuary Denied

Germany's new conservative government under Friedrich Merz breaks predecessor's promise, leaving 640 Afghans in Pakistan without sanctuary despite military service.

#Germany #Afghanistan #migration

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The New York Times

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

Syrian Security Officer Kills US Soldiers After Extremist Dismissal

A Syrian security forces member killed two U.S. soldiers and an American interpreter despite being scheduled for dismissal due to extremist views, raising security concerns.

#Syria #US-military #security-forces

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Deutsche Welle

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

Eurovision Crisis: Nemo Returns Trophy as Countries Boycott Over Israel

Eurovision 2024 winner Nemo joins growing protest by returning trophy over Israel's participation in 2026 contest. Five nations announce boycott amid escalating geopolitical tensions.

#Eurovision #Israel #European Broadcasting Union

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The Guardian

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

US Lifts Sanctions on Brazilian Judge Who Convicted Bolsonaro

The US Treasury has removed sanctions on Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes and his wife following his role in overseeing former President Bolsonaro's conviction.

#Brazil #US-sanctions #Bolsonaro

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France 24

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

France Seeks EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Delay Amid Agricultural Crisis

French PM calls for postponing EU-Mercosur trade agreement vote as lumpy skin disease outbreak threatens domestic agriculture, highlighting broader tensions over the controversial deal.

#EU-Mercosur #trade-agreement #France

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Al Jazeera

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

US Seizes Venezuelan Tanker: Oil Politics Spark Diplomatic Crisis

Latest US seizure of Venezuelan oil tanker reignites debate over America's historical use of military power to secure energy interests globally.

#Venezuela #United States #oil politics

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France 24

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

Chile Elects Ultra-Conservative Kast as President Amid Security Fears

Jose Antonio Kast wins Chile's presidency on hardline immigration and crime platform. The Pinochet admirer's victory marks a dramatic rightward shift for Latin America's most stable democracy.

#Chile #Latin America #conservative politics

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BBC

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

Three Americans Killed in IS Attack in Syria, Military Confirms

Two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter died in an Islamic State gunman attack in Syria, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.

#Syria #ISIS #US-military

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The Guardian

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

JetBlue Near-Miss With US Military Jet Raises Venezuela Tensions

A JetBlue pilot narrowly avoided collision with an unmarked US Air Force tanker near Venezuela, highlighting growing military activity in the region.

#Venezuela #US Military #Aviation Safety

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Deutsche Welle

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

UK Police Decline Prince Andrew Bodyguard Investigation Probe

British authorities refuse to investigate allegations that Prince Andrew directed his security detail to gather compromising information on accuser Virginia Giuffre in 2011.

#Prince Andrew #Virginia Giuffre #Jeffrey Epstein

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The New York Times

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

Australia's Gun Laws: A Global Model for Mass Shooting Prevention

Australia's strict firearm regulations have virtually eliminated mass shootings, offering a compelling case study for global gun control policy debates.

#gun-control #australia-politics #public-safety

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The New York Times

December 15, 2025 • 1 month ago

Global Leaders Condemn Antisemitic Bondi Attack Amid Rising Hatred

World leaders unite in condemnation of antisemitic violence at Bondi Beach, pledging solidarity with Jewish communities as global antisemitism reaches alarming levels.

#antisemitism #international-relations #religious-violence

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