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Russia Launches Hypersonic Missile Strikes on Kyiv, Killing Four

Dania Hirch

·May 25, 2026

Russia Launches Hypersonic Missile Strikes on Kyiv, Killing Four

PARAGLIDER COLLISION A small plane struck a woman's paraglider, causing her to plummet; she is reported in critical condition. Investigations into the incident have begun.

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Trump announces Iran deal 'largely negotiated' including reopening Strait of Hormuz

Robbie Robertson

·May 24, 2026

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Trump announces Iran deal 'largely negotiated' including reopening Strait of Hormuz

Russia Plans New Military Doctrine Amidst Ongoing Tensions with NATO

Dania Hirch

·May 23, 2026

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Russia Plans New Military Doctrine Amidst Ongoing Tensions with NATO

Starmer eases UK sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge

Dania Hirch

·May 20, 2026

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Starmer eases UK sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge

Russia Attacks Ukraine with Extensive Drone Strikes, Claims Casualties

Dania Hirch

·May 18, 2026

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Russia Attacks Ukraine with Extensive Drone Strikes, Claims Casualties

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Iran's Intelligence Minister Killed in Air Strike Amid Escalating Tensions

Dania Hirch

·May 11, 2026

Trump Rejects Iran's Peace Proposal, Fuelling Escalation in Oil Prices

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Russia scales down Victory Day parade as Ukraine conflict escalates

Dania Hirch

·May 9, 2026

Russia scales down Victory Day parade as Ukraine conflict escalates

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US strikes Iranian military facilities after exchange of fire in Hormuz

Dania Hirch

·May 8, 2026

US strikes Iranian military facilities after exchange of fire in Hormuz

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Iran's Intelligence Minister Killed in Air Strike Amid Escalating Tensions

Dania Hirch

·May 6, 2026

Trump Calls Pause on US Naval Operations in Strait of Hormuz Amid Talks

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Fatal hantavirus outbreak confirmed on MV Hondius cruise ship

Robbie Robertson

·May 5, 2026

Fatal hantavirus outbreak confirmed on MV Hondius cruise ship

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Iran's Intelligence Minister Killed in Air Strike Amid Escalating Tensions

Dania Hirch

·May 3, 2026

US to withdraw significant troop presence from Germany, confirms Trump

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Pentagon to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany amid strategic review

Robbie Robertson

·May 3, 2026

Pentagon to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany amid strategic review

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Russia Mobilises Military Forces Near Ukraine Amid Growing Tensions

Dania Hirch

·May 2, 2026

Russia Mobilises Military Forces Near Ukraine Amid Growing Tensions

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The Louvre in Paris - WTX News

Dania Hirch

·May 1, 2026

Zelenskyy Faces Strains in EU Membership Bid Amid Territorial Debate

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Trump warns Iran to ‘get smart’ amid escalating tensions over talks

Dania Hirch

·Apr 29, 2026

Trump warns Iran to ‘get smart’ amid escalating tensions over talks

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Iran talks stall as global alliances come under pressure

News Desk

·Apr 29, 2026

Iran talks stall as global alliances come under pressure

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Mexico arrests top Jalisco cartel leader 'El Jardinero' in operation

Dania Hirch

·Apr 28, 2026

Mexico arrests top Jalisco cartel leader 'El Jardinero' in operation

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