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The New York Times

November 29, 2025 • 6 days ago

Ukraine's Chief Negotiator Under Investigation: Peace Talks at Risk

Andriy Yermak, Ukraine's lead peace negotiator and Zelensky's chief of staff, faces corruption investigation. The probe threatens to destabilize ongoing U.S.-mediated peace efforts.

#Ukraine #corruption #peace-talks

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025 • 6 days ago

Corbyn's New Left-Wing Party Reveals Four Name Options for Members

Jeremy Corbyn's emerging left-wing political movement asks 50,000 members to choose between four names ahead of inaugural Liverpool conference this weekend.

#Jeremy Corbyn #UK Politics #Left-Wing Politics

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Deutsche Welle

November 29, 2025 • 6 days ago

New Documentary Exposes Putin's Brutal Crackdown on Dissent

The film 'Politzek' reveals how Russia systematically imprisons critics, from teenage protesters to anti-war artists, showcasing Putin's authoritarian grip.

#Russia #Putin #political-prisoners

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BBC

November 29, 2025 • 6 days ago

Egypt's Grand Museum Opens, Reigniting Global Antiquities Debate

Egypt's billion-dollar Grand Egyptian Museum debuts with complete Tutankhamun collection, sparking renewed calls for Western museums to return ancient artifacts.

#cultural diplomacy #museum politics #antiquities repatriation

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Guinea-Bissau Military Seizes Control After Disputed Election

West African nation plunges into crisis as military forms ruling command following contested presidential poll. Both main candidates claimed victory before army intervention.

#guinea-bissau #military-coup #west-africa

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France 24

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Hong Kong's Worst Fire in Decades Exposes Construction Safety Crisis

A devastating blaze across seven Hong Kong apartment blocks raises urgent questions about bamboo scaffolding safety and regulatory oversight in the territory.

#Hong Kong #construction safety #urban planning

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BBC

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Pope's Istanbul Visit Highlights Catholic-Orthodox Diplomatic Ties

Pope's ceremonial struggles during Istanbul cathedral plaque unveiling underscore broader Vatican efforts to strengthen ties with Eastern Orthodox Church.

#Vatican #Turkey #interfaith-diplomacy

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Al Jazeera

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Peru Declares Emergency as Chilean Immigration Crackdown Sparks Border Crisis

Peru announces state of emergency to control border crossings as undocumented migrants flee Chile ahead of anticipated immigration enforcement measures.

#Peru #Chile #immigration

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Australian 'Mineral' Sunscreen Premium Pricing Exposed as Marketing

UNSW testing reveals expensive 'mineral' sunscreens contain nearly identical chemicals to cheaper alternatives, highlighting consumer protection concerns in Australia's regulated cosmetics market.

#Australia #consumer-protection #regulatory-oversight

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The Guardian

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Extreme Weather Grips Europe and Asia: Poland Hit by Blizzards, Sri Lanka Floods

Severe weather events disrupt infrastructure across two continents as Poland faces power outages from heavy snowfall while Sri Lanka battles devastating floods from torrential rains.

#climate-change #extreme-weather #poland

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France 24

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Belgian FM Calls for 'Coalition of Billing' as EU Counters Trump Plan

Belgium's Foreign Minister advocates for financial burden-sharing as EU scrambles to counter Trump's Russia-favorable Ukraine peace plan.

#Ukraine #geopolitics #European Union

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BBC

November 29, 2025 • 1 week ago

Dan Driscoll: Trump's 'Drone Guy' Leading Ukraine Peace Talks

Dan Driscoll, youngest-ever US Army Secretary, emerges as Trump's key figure in renewed Ukraine peace negotiations, bringing military tech expertise to diplomatic efforts.

#Ukraine #diplomacy #Trump

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