‘Big crisis’: Kast’s immigration agenda brings uncertainty to Chile’s north
In the border city of Arica, Jose Antonio Kast’s election reveals an uneasy relationship between migrants and locals.
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US imposes sanctions on ‘shadow fleet’ accused of transporting Iranian oil
The US State Department has said the economic penalties are necessary to ‘stem the flow of revenue’ to Tehran.
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Thailand election 2026: What are the main parties? What do polls suggest?
Sunday’s vote is seen as a test of whether Thailand’s cycle of coups, protests and court interventions can be broken.
Democrats demand reforms to Homeland Security over immigration operations
An impasse in Congress over immigration reforms could stymie a funding bill for the US Department of Homeland Security.
Venezuela passes amnesty bill for political prisoners in first of two votes
The bill would provide clemency for opposition members and protesters who have been charged with crimes under Maduro.
Trump endorses Prime Minister Viktor Orban for Hungary’s April election
The US president has praised the Hungarian leader for his hardline approach to immigration and nationalist policies.
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Gaza flotilla organisers in South Africa warn against Israeli interception
Activists announced at a briefing in South Africa plans to launch the largest civilian-led flotilla to Gaza in March.
Published On 5 Feb 2026
US Treasury secretary declines to rule out future Federal Reserve lawsuits
Scott Bessent used a Senate appearance to defend President Donald Trump’s campaign to slash interest and raise tariffs.
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UK ex-envoy’s ties to Epstein spark political storm
UK PM Keir Starmer says he regrets appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador related to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Published On 5 Feb 2026
New Trump administration rule makes it easier to fire career civil servants
The OPM rule says that high ranking officials could be fired for ‘intentionally subverting Presidential directives’.
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Video: Bangladesh’s election and the return of banned Jamaat-e-Islami
For the first time in Bangladesh’s history, the country’s largest Muslim party has a chance of taking power.
Published On 5 Feb 2026
