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international politics

Putin Stands by Trump's Envoy Amidst Bias Claims

November 28, 2025

Steve Witkoff, the U. S. special envoy, is under fire for allegedly leaning too much towards Russia. But Vladimir Putin isn't having it. He thinks Witkoff is just doing his job, representing his country and leader. Putin's defense came after a leaked call between Witkoff and a Kremlin aide, Yuri Ush

environment

Climate Talks: Big Promises, Little Action

November 24, 2025

The recent U. N. climate summit in Brazil's Amazon city of Belem wrapped up with a weak agreement. The only solid commitment was from wealthy nations to triple their financial support for others to cope with global warming. This was a big letdown, especially since the summit skipped over most of the

politics

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,

politics

Nigeria and the US: Teaming Up Against Terror

November 2, 2025

Nigeria is open to working with the US to tackle terrorism, but there's a catch. The country wants to make sure its borders stay intact. This comes after US President Donald Trump hinted at possible military action in Nigeria, concerned about the treatment of Christians. Nigeria's President Bola Ti

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North Korea and Russia: Allies in Conflict

June 9, 2025

Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, has declared his country's backing for Russia's actions in Ukraine. This news comes from a meeting between Kim and Sergei Shoigu, Russia's Security Council Secretary. The meeting took place in Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea. Kim's promise of support is

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Climate Activist Greta Thunberg Joins Gaza Aid Mission

June 2, 2025

A small sailing boat named Madleen left Sicily, Italy, with a mission to challenge Israel's blockade of Gaza. This boat is part of a group called Freedom Flotilla Coalition. The group wants to deliver aid to Gaza and get the world's attention on the ongoing crisis there. The journey is risky, but th

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Europe's Big Move: Using Frozen Russian Cash to Help Ukraine

March 5, 2025

Europe's response to the recent geopolitical shifts has been impressive. Instead of panicking or fighting among themselves, European leaders have shown strong support for Ukraine. They have promised to boost security and form a united front. However, this might not be enough. The equipment Washingto

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Afrikaners get an Unexpected Ally in Trump's Claims of Victimhood

February 9, 2025

There's something fascinating happening in the corner of racial politics in South Africa. Black-haired, tee-called and blue-eyed Afrikaners, descendants of European colonists with a particular Dutch flavor, have long been singing the tune that they are the real victims in the wake of apartheid. Ma

politics

Radical Right Wingers Unite

February 9, 2025

Imagine a gathering where right-wing political leaders from across Europe flaunt their approval of the controversial moves by the U. S president. These leaders can leverage his approval to gain some leverage over other political parties in their own countries. This was no ordinary summit meeting. I

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Trump's Canal Controversy: A Clash Over Fees and Sovereignty

December 23, 2024

In a recent diplomatic spat, former US President Donald Trump stirred things up by suggesting the Panama Canal should be returned to US control. Trump accused Panama of unfairly charging high fees for using the canal. Panama's President José Raúl Mulino quickly responded, emphasizing that the canal