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Maldives records over 100,000 tourist arrivals for the third month of 2025, with China leading as the top source market.
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UNAMA’s mission in Afghanistan extended for a year as the UN urges engagement, while Pakistan criticizes Taliban on terrorism.
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Canada and Australia to develop a $6B Arctic radar system as Carney warns of rising threats from adversaries in the region.
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Poland and Baltics to exit Ottawa Treaty, citing Russia threat, allowing use of landmines despite global disarmament concerns.
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Chief Justice Roberts rebukes Trump for calling to impeach a judge over a ruling on deportations under a 1798 law.
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DRC’s Tshisekedi and Kagame of Rwanda hold talks in Doha, urging an immediate ceasefire in Congo amid the M23 conflict.
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Germany approves a historic €500bn fund, boosting defence spending and infrastructure, reshaping European security policy.
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Netanyahu says Israel resumes full-force combat in Gaza, killing 400+ as ceasefire collapses; Hamas vows retaliation.
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Putin rejects full Ukraine ceasefire, agrees to halt energy attacks after Trump call; US peace talks continue in Jeddah.
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PM Shehbaz Sharif to visit Saudi Arabia to boost ties, discuss investment, and address key regional and global issues.