Category: International
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U.S. CLARIFIES: IRAN STRIKES AIM AT NUKES, NOT REGIME CHANGE
The U.S. is making it clear: the focus of President Trump’s recent actions in Iran isn’t regime change—it’s stopping Iran from getting a nuclear weapon. Vice President JD Vance told Fox News that while a “friendly” government in Tehran would be welcome, the real goal is nuclear non-proliferation. “Whatever happens with the regime is incidental,”…
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SALAH SCORES, BUT LIVERPOOL STUMBLE AGAINST BOTTOM CLUB WOLVES
Mohamed Salah finally ended his 10-game Premier League goal drought — but it wasn’t enough to save Liverpool from a damaging 2-1 defeat to Wolves at Molineux. The loss is a serious blow to Liverpool’s Champions League hopes. The defending champions sit fifth with 48 points from 29 games, and could slip to sixth if…
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EVERTON END HOME DROUGHT, LEEDS SLIP CLOSER TO TROUBLE
Everton finally found their groove at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, snapping a seven-match home winless streak with a solid 2-0 victory over Burnley — and boosting their European qualification hopes in the process. First-half heroics from James Tarkowski and a cool second-half finish by Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall sealed the win, lifting David Moyes’ side to eighth…
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CHINA, NIGERIA BOOST WOMEN EMPOWERMENT PARTNERSHIP AT LANTERN FESTIVAL
China and Nigeria have renewed their commitment to strengthening women’s empowerment and cultural ties, marking the pledge during Lantern Festival celebrations and the China-Nigeria Women’s Carnival in Abuja. The event, hosted by the Chinese Embassy and China Cultural Center, spotlighted women as drivers of national growth and cultural diplomacy. Cultural Counsellor Yang Jianxing described women…
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IRAN EMBASSY IN NIGERIA CONDEMNS ‘MILITARY STRIKES,’ CITES SOVEREIGNTY CONCERNS
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Nigeria has strongly condemned what it described as recent military attacks on Iranian territory, warning that the strikes raise serious legal and diplomatic concerns. In a statement, the embassy said the attacks occurred amid ongoing diplomatic engagements between Iran and the United States, questioning the commitment…
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UK HALTS VISAS FOR FOUR COUNTRIES IN ASYLUM CRACKDOWN
The UK government has slammed the brakes on certain visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, accusing some applicants of using legal routes as a backdoor to claim asylum. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced the unprecedented move, suspending study visas for all four countries and work visas for Afghans. The Home Office says…
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UN SOUNDS ALARM AS IRAN-ISRAEL CONFLICT SPARKS CIVILIAN DEATHS, MASS DISPLACEMENT
The United Nations is raising urgent concerns over the growing humanitarian toll of the Israeli-U.S. airstrikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attacks, warning that civilians are paying the highest price. UN human rights spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani described as “absolutely horrific” a reported strike on a primary school in Minab that allegedly killed and injured dozens…
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MERZ SEEKS CLARITY FROM TRUMP ON IRAN’S ‘DAY AFTER’ STRATEGY
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz says major questions remain about what happens next in Iran following his talks with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. After what he described as a “very open” discussion, Merz admitted he was left wondering about Washington’s long-term plan. “What is the strategy for the day after? Is there…
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IRAN TO BURY AYATOLLAH KHAMENEI IN HOLY SHRINE AT MASHHAD
Iran’s slain Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, will be laid to rest in his hometown of Mashhad, according to the Fars news agency. The report says Khamenei will be buried behind the revered Imam Reza shrine — Iran’s most important Shiite holy site — mirroring the burial of his father. Before that, a public ceremony…
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TRUMP VOWS NAVY ESCORTS TO SECURE STRAIT OF HORMUZ SHIPPING
President Donald Trump says the U.S. is ready to step in militarily to protect global energy supplies as tensions rise around the Strait of Hormuz. “If necessary, the United States Navy will begin escorting tankers through the Strait of Hormuz,” Trump posted on Truth Social, pledging to guarantee the “FREE FLOW of ENERGY to the…
