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- Ousted Bangladeshi leader vows to return from exile despite facing a death sentence
The ousted Bangladeshi leader Hasina vowed to return from exile despite facing a death sentence. Her speech marked the second anniversary of her ouster, which followed nearly two months of 2024 protests that resulted in approximately 1,400 deaths, according to the United Nations.
- Kyiv residents face attacks with fewer defenses overhead
Another overnight attack killed at least 17 people in and around Kyiv. Ukraine faces a shortage of interceptor missiles used to defend the capital.
- Myanmar's conflict tops 100,000 dead as junta benefits from world's inattention
Myanmar's conflict has surpassed 100,000 deaths since a 2021 military coup ousted Aung San Suu Kyi's government. The junta is benefiting from global inattention as world isolation of the regime begins to break down.
- Israel is facing a shortage of army reservists
Israel is experiencing a shortage of army reservists as many fail to report for duty due to exhaustion from war. Experts indicate that multiple war fronts are causing significant mental, political, and financial strain on reservists.
- U.S. missile stockpiles dwindle. And, FDA weighs approval of flu shots with mRNA tech
The article discusses the U.S. Army's missile stockpiles and the Food and Drug Administration's consideration of a flu vaccine utilizing mRNA technology.
- Russian missile and drone barrage in Ukrainian capital region kills 17
Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed 17 people and wounded 44 others overnight into Wednesday. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported the casualties.
- Unrest mounts in Kashmir as Pakistani security crackdown stokes reform movement
Pakistani forces have blockaded Kashmir amid growing unrest as protesters demand electoral reforms and increasingly call for revolution. The security crackdown in the region has intensified the reform movement.
- Ukraine's air defenses are proving to be a weak point
Ukraine's air defenses are a critical weakness against Russian ballistic missiles, with a shortage of U.S.-made Patriot missiles hindering effective defense.
- The soaring demand for Patriot missiles, from the Middle East to Ukraine
The U.S. and its partners rely on Patriot missiles to counter ballistic missile threats, but Russia and Iran are launching weapons at a rate exceeding Patriot production capacity. Demand for Patriots is surging in the Middle East and Ukraine.
- Europe heat wave fuels drought, fires and energy fears
Europe's heat wave is causing drought, wildfires, and energy risks, with Nazi-era wrecks emerging from the Danube and Greece battling deadly fires. Nuclear reactors also face cooling challenges due to the extreme weather.
- Nauru, the world's 3rd-smallest country, changes its name to Naoero
Nauru, the world's 3rd-smallest country, has changed its name to the Republic of Naoero, as announced by its president, to align with the spelling and pronunciation in the national language.
- What Trump's flip-flopping on strikes means for the war with Iran
The article discusses President Trump's inconsistent approach to threatening military strikes against Iran and analyzes the implications for the conflict with Iran through an interview with Mona Yacoubian, director of the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
- With U.S. doors shutting, Cubans turn to Brazil for asylum
Cubans who previously sought the United States for asylum are increasingly turning to Brazil as legal pathways to the U.S. have largely closed. The shift reflects changing migration patterns due to restricted U.S. entry options.
- Todd Blanche rescinds 'anti-weaponization fund'. And, Trump calls off striking Iran
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds President Trump's anti-weaponization fund ahead of his confirmation hearing. President Trump calls off strikes on Iran over a potential deal.
- U.S. steps in to help shore up Japanese yen
The U.S. and Japan confirmed they intervened in markets to support the Japanese yen, leading to a weakening of the U.S. dollar against the yen.
- Morocco denies responsibility for events at its border with Spain, as deaths near 100
Morocco denies responsibility for border events with Spain as the death toll nears 100. Tens of thousands of migrants crossed into the Spanish territory of Ceuta, leading to rising fatalities.
- Israel says it has serious concerns with Hamas disarmament deal
Israel has serious concerns about a proposed Hamas disarmament deal announced by President Trump. Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least 17 people, including children.
- South Korea ditches 'denuclearization-first' strategy. What will Pyongyang do next?
South Korea is shifting away from its policy of prioritizing immediate denuclearization of North Korea. Experts believe this change is unlikely to prompt Pyongyang to reengage in negotiations.
- U.S. dollar weakens sharply against the Japanese yen after market interventions
The U.S. dollar weakened sharply against the Japanese yen after U.S. President Donald Trump and Japan's finance minister confirmed both sides had intervened in markets.
- A blaze on an Indonesian passenger ferry leaves at least 5 dead and dozens missing
An Indonesian passenger ferry carrying 271 people caught fire off Madura island, resulting in at least five deaths and 41 people missing, according to authorities. The incident occurred in waters near the island, with BASARNAS credited for the image.
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