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Iran strikes Kuwait airport, killing one and injuring dozens, amid tensions.

Dania Hirch

·Jun 4, 2026

Iran strikes Kuwait airport, killing one and injuring dozens, amid tensions.

IRAN-RELATED ATTACKIran claims responsibility for missile strike on Kuwait airport, killing one and injuring dozens.US House votes to block Trump from potential military action.

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Ukrainian Drones Strike Saint Petersburg During Russia’s Economic Forum

Dania Hirch

·Jun 3, 2026

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Ukrainian Drones Strike Saint Petersburg During Russia’s Economic Forum

At least 18 killed in Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities

Robbie Robertson

·Jun 2, 2026

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At least 18 killed in Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities

Israel captures Beirut's Beaufort Castle amid expanded military operations in Lebanon

Robbie Robertson

·May 31, 2026

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Israel captures Beirut's Beaufort Castle amid expanded military operations in Lebanon

Israeli Forces Capture Key Beaufort Castle in Expanded Lebanon Incursion

Dania Hirch

·May 31, 2026

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Israeli Forces Capture Key Beaufort Castle in Expanded Lebanon Incursion

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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

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

Robbie Robertson

·May 24, 2026

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

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Russia Plans New Military Doctrine Amidst Ongoing Tensions with NATO

Dania Hirch

·May 23, 2026

Russia Plans New Military Doctrine Amidst Ongoing Tensions with NATO

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Starmer eases UK sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge

Dania Hirch

·May 20, 2026

Starmer eases UK sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge

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Russia Attacks Ukraine with Extensive Drone Strikes, Claims Casualties

Dania Hirch

·May 18, 2026

Russia Attacks Ukraine with Extensive Drone Strikes, Claims Casualties

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IDF launches extensive airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon.

Dania Hirch

·May 16, 2026

IDF launches extensive airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon.

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Ship seized near Strait of Hormuz reportedly brought toward Iran

Robbie Robertson

·May 15, 2026

Ship seized near Strait of Hormuz reportedly brought toward Iran

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Government safeguards critical CO2 supplies with plant restart initiative, while the MoD takes over a Russian Ship - Today's main headlines from the United Kingdom

Dania Hirch

·May 14, 2026

Russia Launches Extensive Missile Strikes on Ukraine, Causing Casualties

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Keir Starmer Rebukes Calls to Resign Amid Labour Party Dissent

Robbie Robertson

·May 13, 2026

Keir Starmer Rebukes Calls to Resign Amid Labour Party Dissent

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Russian ship carrying nuclear reactors to North Korea explodes in sea

Dania Hirch

·May 12, 2026

Russian ship carrying nuclear reactors to North Korea explodes in sea

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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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