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Border Tensions Heat Up: Thailand Imposes Curfew Amid Cambodia Clashes

December 14, 2025

Thailand has taken a firm step by setting a curfew in Trat province. This move comes as tensions with Cambodia spill over into coastal areas near their disputed border. The conflict has been ongoing, with both sides exchanging fire and accusations. The fighting has been persistent, with Thailand cl

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Germany Calls Out Russia for Cyber Shenanigans

December 12, 2025

Germany is not happy with Russia right now. They've called in the Russian ambassador to have a serious chat. Why? Because Germany thinks Russia has been up to no good with cyberattacks, spying, and spreading fake news. This isn't just a small issue. It's part of a bigger problem in Europe. Since Ru

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Japanese Pop Culture Takes a Hit in China

December 3, 2025

A recent diplomatic spat between China and Japan has led to a wave of cancellations of Japanese concerts and events in China, leaving fans disappointed and organizers scrambling. The trouble started when Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made comments about Taiwan that didn't sit well with Bei

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A Calm Call Amidst Rising Tensions

November 27, 2025

In a recent phone call, former U. S. President Donald Trump advised Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to ease tensions with China. This conversation came after a heated exchange between Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, where Xi emphasized China's stance on Taiwan. Takaichi had previously

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Behind the Scenes of Ukraine Talks: What Went Wrong?

November 27, 2025

A leaked phone call between a top Russian official and a U. S. envoy has stirred up quite a mess. The conversation, which took place on October 14th, involved Yuri Ushakov, a senior diplomat close to Vladimir Putin, and Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump's special envoy for peace missions. The leaked deta

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China and the US Clash Over Central America

November 27, 2025

China and the US are at odds again. This time, it's about Central America. The US has a new rule. It limits visas for people from Central America who work with China. The US says these people are threats. They say these people are working for the Chinese government. And they say these people are cau

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Japan and China Clash Over Taiwan Tensions

November 25, 2025

Japan recently shot back at China after a letter from China to the United Nations accused Japan of threatening to use force over Taiwan. Japan's ambassador to the UN, Kazuyuki Yamazaki, called the letter "inconsistent with the facts and unsubstantiated. " This all started when China's UN ambassador,

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U. S. and Colombia: A Rocky Road Ahead

November 19, 2025

The bond between the U. S. and Colombia, once strong, is now shaky. Colombian President Gustavo Petro and former U. S. President Donald Trump have been trading harsh words. Petro called Trump's policies harsh, comparing them to actions of the Nazis. He also criticized U. S. actions in the Caribbean,

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US Military's Drug Boat Strikes Raise Legal and Diplomatic Concerns

November 17, 2025

The US military has recently conducted its 21st attack on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Eastern Pacific. This strike resulted in the deaths of three individuals aboard the boat. The US Southern Command asserted that intelligence confirmed the vessel's involvement in drug trafficking along

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Tensions Rise: Japan and China Clash Over Travel Advisory and Taiwan

November 15, 2025

Japan and China are in a heated argument. It all started when China told its people not to go to Japan. This is because of some things the new Japanese leader said about Taiwan. Japan is not happy about this and has asked China to change its mind. China has been warning its citizens about safety in