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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.

ISRAELI STRIKESIsraeli Defence Forces conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon overnight, claiming six lives, including paramedics, amidst growing regional tensions.US announces extension of ceasefire negotiations.

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Ship seized near Strait of Hormuz reportedly brought toward Iran

Robbie Robertson

·May 15, 2026

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Ship seized near Strait of Hormuz reportedly brought toward Iran

Russia Launches Extensive Missile Strikes on Ukraine, Causing Casualties

Dania Hirch

·May 14, 2026

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Russia Launches Extensive Missile Strikes on Ukraine, Causing Casualties

Keir Starmer Rebukes Calls to Resign Amid Labour Party Dissent

Robbie Robertson

·May 13, 2026

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Keir Starmer Rebukes Calls to Resign Amid Labour Party Dissent

Russian ship carrying nuclear reactors to North Korea explodes in sea

Dania Hirch

·May 12, 2026

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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 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

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·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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Iran Rejects US Talks, Citing Continued Military Pressure Amid Conflict

Dania Hirch

·Apr 26, 2026

Iran Rejects US Talks, Citing Continued Military Pressure Amid Conflict

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman apologises for failure to report Canadian mass shooter

Robbie Robertson

·Apr 25, 2026

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman apologises for failure to report Canadian mass shooter

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US soldier charged for betting on Venezuelan leader Maduro's capture

Dania Hirch

·Apr 24, 2026

US soldier charged for betting on Venezuelan leader Maduro's capture

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Today’s EU Main Headlines - Europe Edition - WTX News Briefing

Dania Hirch

·Apr 23, 2026

Iran seizes two foreign vessels in strategic Strait of Hormuz incident

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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

·Apr 21, 2026

US Military Seizes Iran-Flagged Ship Navigate Strait of Hormuz Blockade

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