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February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Germany Honors Late Ex-President with State Ceremony

Germany holds a state memorial for Rita Süssmuth, reflecting her impact on gender equality and the ongoing gender pay gap issue.

#Rita Süssmuth #Germany #gender pay gap

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DR Congo and Burundi Reopen Vital Border Amid Tensions

France 24

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

DR Congo and Burundi Reopen Vital Border Amid Tensions

The strategic reopening of the DR Congo-Burundi border marks a pivotal step in regional stability, offering both challenges and opportunities.

#DRC #Burundi #border

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Tammy Shipley's Death Raises Urgent Questions on Custodial Care

The Guardian

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Tammy Shipley's Death Raises Urgent Questions on Custodial Care

Tammy Shipley's in-custody death underlines systemic failings in care for detainees, urging urgent reform for Indigenous Prisoners' rights and welfare.

#indigenous-rights #custodial-deaths #australia-prisons

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Ukraine-Russia Peace Standoff: The Donetsk Dilemma

The New York Times

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Ukraine-Russia Peace Standoff: The Donetsk Dilemma

As peace talks falter, Donetsk residents face an uncertain fate if Ukraine cedes the region to Russia.

#Ukraine #Russia #Donetsk

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Europe Embraces Strategic Autonomy in Defense Initiative

The New York Times

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Europe Embraces Strategic Autonomy in Defense Initiative

As the transatlantic alliance evolves, Europe explores self-reliance in defense, reimagining regional security beyond US aid.

#Europe defense #NATO #strategic autonomy

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Four Years On: Unyielding Conflict in Ukraine

Deutsche Welle

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

Four Years On: Unyielding Conflict in Ukraine

Marking four years of conflict, Ukraine remains engulfed in a tumultuous struggle as diplomatic solutions seem distant amid continued fighting.

#Ukraine #Russia #conflict

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Trump Warns Nations on Trade Deals Following Supreme Court Rebuke

BBC

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • James Chen

Trump Warns Nations on Trade Deals Following Supreme Court Rebuke

Trump issues a warning to nations on trade deals after the Supreme Court ruled he overstepped his authority on tariffs.

#Trump #trade deals #Supreme Court

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Controversial Tax Hikes in Lebanon Stir Public Unrest

Al Jazeera

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • Elena Vasquez

Controversial Tax Hikes in Lebanon Stir Public Unrest

Lebanon's increase in petrol and sales taxes prompts public outrage, deepening economic woes and sparking broader geopolitical concerns.

#Lebanon #taxes #economy

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Sudan's El Fasher Siege: UN Reports Hallmarks of Genocide

The Guardian

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • Marcus Webb

Sudan's El Fasher Siege: UN Reports Hallmarks of Genocide

A UN report finds the RSF's occupancy in El Fasher, Sudan, bears genocidal traits, impacting ethnic Zaghawa and Fur communities.

#Sudan #Darfur #genocide

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Mexico's Unrest: Chaos Follows Cartel Leader's Death

The New York Times

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • David Okonkwo

Mexico's Unrest: Chaos Follows Cartel Leader's Death

Violence erupted across Mexico as armed groups retaliated after the government killed a notorious cartel boss, leading to roadblocks and arson.

#Mexico #Drug Cartels #Violence

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EU Pauses Trade with US Amid Trump’s Tariff Warning

France 24

February 24, 2026 • 3 min read • Sarah Al-Rashid

EU Pauses Trade with US Amid Trump’s Tariff Warning

The EU suspends its US trade deal, awaiting clarity post-Supreme Court ruling on Trump's tariffs, as the former president warns countries not to 'play games.'