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What is the St Petersburg forum, Putin’s economic outreach to the world?
A Ukrainian drone strike targeted energy facilities near St Petersburg hours before the forum began.
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Every world leader who has visited China in 2026 in one chart
China has hosted 26 leaders from 23 countries this year, underscoring its growing diplomatic and economic influence.
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Trump says Israel, Hezbollah to stop fighting: What we know
Netanyahu agrees to halt operations near Beirut; Hezbollah to stop attacks on Israel under new truce arrangement.
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How the war has made Iran’s water crisis worse
Attacks on desalination plants and other water infrastructure by US and Israel have further added to the water woes.
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How could El Nino reshape tropical storms around the world this year?
El Nino tends to reduce hurricanes in the Atlantic while increasing storms in the Pacific Ocean.
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What is Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle, and why has Israel captured it?
The fortress, a historical battleground, is playing a central role in Israel’s military campaign against Hezbollah.
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US, Iran trade new attacks amid talks: Here’s what we know
Washington and Tehran are attacking each other despite a ceasefire that came into effect on April 8.
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Iran war day 94: US strikes Iranian sites; Kuwait intercepts missiles
While a peace deal between the US and Iran remains elusive, Israel has deepened its offensive into southern Lebanon.
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US Congress moves to deepen military ties with Israel: Why it matters
Analysts say the plan would weave Israeli military interests more deeply into the fabric of US national security policy.
Iran war day 93: Trump won’t ‘rush’ deal; Israel expands Lebanon invasion
Donald Trump says talks with Iran are progressing ‘slowly but surely’, as Israel intensifies operations in Lebanon.
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Just what are Israel’s long-term plans for Gaza?
Despite an apparent ceasefire, Israel’s leaders continue to hint at annexation and ethnic cleansing.
