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Deutsche Welle

December 12, 2025 • 1 month ago

US Sanctions Target Maduro's 'Narco-Nephews' in Drug War Escalation

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces new sanctions against Venezuelan President Maduro's relatives, accusing them of drug trafficking operations into the United States.

#Venezuela #US-sanctions #drug-trafficking

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The Guardian

December 12, 2025 • 1 month ago

Disney-OpenAI $1B Deal Reshapes Global Entertainment Tech Power

Disney's $1 billion investment in OpenAI marks a pivotal shift in global entertainment technology, allowing AI-generated content with beloved characters.

#artificial-intelligence #entertainment-technology #us-china-competition

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BBC

December 12, 2025 • 1 month ago

Myanmar Junta Air Strike Kills 30+ at Hospital Amid Territorial War

Myanmar's military junta conducted a deadly air strike on a hospital, killing over 30 people as it escalates aerial bombardments against ethnic armies controlling territory.

#Myanmar #military-junta #ethnic-armies

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The New York Times

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

Trump Announces U.S. Seizure of Venezuelan Oil Tanker Amid Escalating Caribbean Tensions

U.S. forces have seized a Venezuelan oil tanker as part of escalating maritime operations against the Maduro regime, marking a significant escalation in Caribbean geopolitics.

#Venezuela #Caribbean #oil-sanctions

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France 24

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

US Role in Venezuelan Opposition Leader's Nobel Prize Journey

María Corina Machado reveals US assistance in her escape from Venezuela to receive Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, sparking debate over American intervention in Latin American politics.

#Venezuela #US-foreign-policy #Latin-America

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BBC

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

UNESCO Recognizes Italian Cuisine as Cultural Heritage Treasure

Italy's culinary traditions join Egyptian snacks and Cuban music in UNESCO's prestigious cultural heritage list, marking a significant diplomatic victory.

#UNESCO #cultural-diplomacy #Italy

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The Guardian

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

Afghanistan Veteran Faces Federal Trial Over ICE Protest Charges

Former Army sergeant Bajun Mavalwalla II prepares for jury trial on conspiracy charges following anti-ICE protest participation in Washington state.

#immigration-policy #veterans-affairs #civil-liberties

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Deutsche Welle

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

Trump's Africa Strategy: Trade Over Aid Could Reshape Continent

Trump's pivot from aid to trade-focused Africa policy emphasizes raw materials extraction, potentially catalyzing economic independence across the continent.

#Trump #Africa #geopolitics

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BBC

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

Armed Thieves Steal Matisse Works in Brazil Museum Heist

Armed criminals targeted an art collection in Brazil, stealing valuable works including pieces by French master Henri Matisse after threatening security personnel and visitors.

#brazil #art-theft #cultural-security

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Al Jazeera

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

ICC Bias Debate: Does International Justice Target Certain Nations?

International justice expert questions ICC's selection processes, arguing enforcement patterns reveal systemic biases in global criminal accountability.

#ICC #international-justice #geopolitics

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Deutsche Welle

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

India's Space Ambitions: Gaganyaan Mission Tests Political Will

India's delayed Gaganyaan program faces critical tests as the nation seeks to join the elite club of countries capable of independent human spaceflight.

#India #space-exploration #ISRO

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The Guardian

December 11, 2025 • 1 month ago

M23 Rebels Seize Strategic DRC City Despite Trump Peace Deal

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels claim control of Uvira in eastern DRC, continuing their offensive despite recent Trump-mediated ceasefire agreement.

#M23 #Democratic Republic Congo #Rwanda

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