#geopolitics

The Guardian

February 05, 2026

Future of US-Australia Nuclear Submarine Deal in Question

Debate intensifies over the US-Australia $368bn submarine deal as critics express doubts, questioning the likelihood of US fulfilling its commitments.

#Aukus #nuclear submarines #US-Australia relations

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BBC

February 05, 2026

Uncovering Yemen's Secret Prisons: UAE Allegations of Abuse

Exploring allegations of abuse in Yemen's UAE-run secret prisons and the geopolitical implications.

#Yemen #UAE #human rights

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The New York Times

February 05, 2026

Detention of Chinese Journalists Highlights Shrinking Press Freedom

The arrest of journalists for criticizing a local official underscores China's tightening grip on dissenting voices.

#China #journalism #press freedom

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The New York Times

February 05, 2026

Afghanistan Crisis Deepens Amid Unprecedented U.S. Aid Cuts

Amid U.S. aid cuts, Afghanistan faces child hunger and health crises, prompting international concern.

#Afghanistan #humanitarian crisis #U.S. aid cuts

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France 24

February 05, 2026

US Proposes Global Trade Bloc for Critical Mineral Independence

US seeks to form a global mineral trade bloc, reducing reliance on China, as Japan explores deep-sea resources.

#US #China #critical minerals

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France 24

December 20, 2025

Trump Escalates Venezuela Crisis: Won't Rule Out War, Sanctions Hit

President Trump refuses to exclude military action against Venezuela while imposing new sanctions on Maduro's inner circle, escalating regional tensions.

#Venezuela #Trump #Maduro

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Deutsche Welle

December 20, 2025

EU Strikes Ukraine Funding Deal but Unity Cracks Show

European Union reaches compromise to fund Ukraine's budget through 2026, yet the agreement reveals deep divisions over Russian asset seizure and financial burden-sharing.

#European Union #Ukraine funding #Russian assets

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BBC

December 20, 2025

Putin Pledges End to Wars if West Shows Russia Respect

Russian President Putin dismisses European attack claims as 'nonsense' during TV marathon, promising no more conflicts if Western nations treat Russia with respect.

#Putin #Russia #geopolitics

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Deutsche Welle

December 20, 2025

FIFA Offers $60 World Cup Tickets After Pricing Backlash

FIFA introduces discounted $60 tickets for 'loyal fans' amid criticism over World Cup pricing, but availability remains extremely limited for the expensive tournament.

#FIFA #World Cup #sports economics

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The Guardian

December 19, 2025

Trump Admin Approves $10B+ Taiwan Arms Deal Amid China Tensions

The Trump administration has approved over $10 billion in arms sales to Taiwan, including missiles and drones, sparking fierce opposition from Beijing.

#Taiwan #China #Trump

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The New York Times

December 19, 2025

EU Commits $105B to Ukraine via Alternative Financing Route

The European Union approves a massive $105 billion loan package for Ukraine after abandoning plans to directly use frozen Russian assets as collateral.

#Ukraine #European Union #Russia sanctions

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Al Jazeera

December 19, 2025

US Military Destroys Two Pacific Vessels, Five Dead in Strike

US forces conducted lethal kinetic strikes against two vessels in the Pacific Ocean, resulting in five fatalities across both craft.

#US military #Pacific Ocean #maritime security

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