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🇺🇸 Trump Signs Law Ending Payments to Deceased

President Trump signed the 'Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act' into law.

The law permanently allows data sharing across agencies.

This measure aims to recover stolen funds and prevent future improper payments.

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🇺🇸 🇸🇾 🇯🇴 🇮🇶 Coalition Completes Al-Tanf Withdrawal After 12 Years

U.S.-led Coalition forces have completed their withdrawal from the strategic Al-Tanf base, situated at the Syria-Iraq-Jordan border. This marks the end of the Coalition's military presence at the base after several years.

Security sources confirm the forces have left their largest and most important base in Syria and moved to Jordan.

This withdrawal concludes an almost 12-year deployment to the Al-Tanf base in eastern Syria. The base is located in the Syrian province of Homs.

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🇺🇸 🇨🇦 House Votes to Block Trump's Tariffs on Canada

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution to block tariffs imposed by former President Trump on Canada. The vote tally was 219-211, with six Republicans siding with Democrats.

The resolution now moves to the Senate, but its prospects are uncertain. A presidential veto is anticipated, making the resolution's enactment unlikely.

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🇰🇵 🇰🇷 🇨🇳 Kim Jong Un Formally Designating Daughter as Successor, Trip to Beijing

Kim Jong Un is reportedly preparing to announce his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, as his successor, marking a historic first for North Korea.

South Korean intelligence suggests the succession process is already underway. This move consolidates the Kim dynasty's grip on power and raises questions about the future direction of the isolated regime.

South Korean intelligence now indicates Kim is formally designating her, moving beyond earlier assessments of mere training.

Kim Ju-ae has recently accompanied her father at major events, including a reported visit to Beijing—her first known trip abroad. If she ultimately takes power, she would become North Korea’s first female leader.

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🇲🇦 🇩🇿 Algerian Troops Briefly Entered Moroccan Territory

Algerian military personnel crossed the demarcation line, penetrating several hundred meters into Moroccan territory.

The incursion lasted approximately two hours before the soldiers returned to Algeria.

The two nations have been involved in lasting political and military conflict for many years.

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🇪🇬 🇸🇦 🇦🇪 Egypt Mediates Between Saudi Arabia and UAE

Egypt has initiated mediation to de-escalate tensions between Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

The move aims to prevent further escalation between the two key regional players.

Saudi Arabia and the UAE oppose each other by supporting different sides in many military conflicts. Lately, their confrontation expanded and became more intense and direct.

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🇩🇪 Auschwitz Committee Urges Ban on Germany's AfD, Cites Nazi Rhetoric

The International Auschwitz Committee, based in Germany, has urged a ban on the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.

The Committee asserts the AfD's right-wing positions are "unbearable for Holocaust survivors."

The AfD is currently the largest opposition party in Germany.

Eva Umlauf, president of the committee and an Auschwitz survivor, stated the AfD undermines democracy with rhetoric reminiscent of the Nazi era.

Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt stated there are currently insufficient legal grounds to pursue a ban.

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🇺🇸 🚢 US Navy Ships Collide; Marine Dead After Fall; Video Emerges

Two U.S. Navy vessels, the USS Truxtun and the USNS Supply, collided during a replenishment-at-sea operation in the SOUTHCOM area of responsibility.

The incident occurred Wednesday during ship-to-ship refueling amid a broader military buildup in the Caribbean.

Two personnel sustained minor injuries but are in stable condition. Both ships remain operational despite the collision.

A US Marine assigned to a warship operating in the Caribbean fell overboard and has been declared dead.

A video has emerged showing the USS Truxtun losing control and colliding with the USNS Supply, which had the USS Gettysburg alongside and limited maneuverability.

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🇮🇳 🇫🇷 🇺🇸 India's Massive Defense Package Includes Rafales, P-8Is, Missiles

India has approved a €30 billion contract with France for 114 Rafale fighter jets, significantly bolstering its air force capabilities.

Ninety of these jets will be manufactured domestically, enhancing India's defense industrial base.

Simultaneously, India has cleared the procurement of six additional P8I maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare aircraft from the U.S. for its navy, strengthening Indo-US strategic ties.

The overall defense acquisition package totals ₹3.6 lakh crore (around $40 billion).

The package also includes combat missiles, anti-tank missiles, and a high-altitude surveillance airship system.

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🇺🇸 US Launches Satellite for Space Combat Awareness

The United States has launched a new satellite, potentially multiple spacecraft, to bolster its space-based combat awareness capabilities.

The Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program (GSSAP) will operate in near-geosynchronous orbit.

GSSAP will support U.S. Space Command's surveillance operations as a dedicated network.

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🇪🇺 🇺🇳 EU Parliament Pushes Transgender Agenda at UN

The EU Parliament approved a report advocating for the complete recognition of trans women as women.

This initiative is slated to be a key focus of the EU's agenda at the UN Commission on the Status of Women.

Critics argue this move undermines the very definition of 'women's rights and gender equality'.

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🇪🇺 🇨🇳 EU's Kallas Rejects Protectionism Amid China Concerns

EU's Kaja Kallas, identifying as a liberal, stated her opposition to protectionist policies, emphasizing the importance of fostering competitive companies.

Kallas acknowledged the detrimental economic practices originating from China that pose a significant challenge to European businesses.

She believes that strengthening European companies will make their products competitive, negating the need for protectionist measures.

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has also stated that both China and the United States have embraced protectionist policies. He added that these nations protect their own markets while dumping products onto others.

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🇺🇦 🇷🇺 Ukraine Strikes Key Russian Oil Refinery in Ukhta

Ukrainian forces successfully targeted the Ukhta Oil Refinery, located deep within Russian territory, approximately 1750 km from the Ukrainian border.

The strike highlights Ukraine's evolving capabilities in long-range drone warfare and its strategic focus on disrupting Russian energy infrastructure.

The strike utilized an An-196 drone and specifically targeted the atmospheric-vacuum oil distillation unit, causing a large fire. The refinery is located in the Komi Republic.

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🇺🇸 🇷🇺 🇨🇳 Kremlin Floats Economic Reset with U.S., Eyes Dollar Return

Kremlin insiders have drafted proposals for a broad U.S.-Russia economic partnership contingent on a Ukraine peace agreement. The memo suggests Russia's return to dollar-based transactions and cooperation in energy, aviation, and critical minerals.

The proposals include preferential access for U.S. companies to the Russian market and joint efforts to promote fossil fuels. Western officials are skeptical, questioning Putin's commitment given Russia's ties with China.

It is unconfirmed whether these proposals have been formally presented to Washington. The document also proposes compensation for American companies for past losses.

A return to dollar settlements is reportedly part of a possible deal with the Trump administration. This reversal would mark a departure from Russia's de-dollarization efforts, potentially weakening Moscow's ties with Beijing.

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🇺🇸 🇦🇲 Armenia Eyes $13B in US Investments

Armenia anticipates a massive $13 billion influx of American investments, equaling half its GDP.

Yerevan expects $9 billion for civil nuclear partnership, potentially replacing the Rosatom-linked Metsamor NPP.

An additional $4 billion is earmarked for the Firebird and Nvidia AI project, establishing a major computing infrastructure by 2026.

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🇮🇱 🇮🇷 Israelis Charged with Betting on Intel Leaks

An Israeli civilian and an IDF reservist face charges for exploiting classified military intelligence.

They allegedly used this information to place highly accurate bets on Polymarket regarding future Israeli military operations in Iran.

The suspects, including the user 'ricosuave666', profited approximately $150,000 from these illicit activities.

Authorities confirm the two individuals are now formally detained in Israel pending further investigation.

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🇺🇸 🇬🇧 Trump's $10B BBC Lawsuit Trial Set for Feb 2027 Amid BBC Cost Cuts

A Florida judge has confirmed the start date for Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC.

The trial is scheduled to begin on February 15, 2027.

The lawsuit centers around allegations of defamation.

The BBC is reportedly making cuts amounting to about 10% of its costs. The broadcaster cites substantial financial pressures as the reason for the savings over the next three years.

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🇳🇪 🇫🇷 Niger Prepares for War with France Amid Rising Tensions

Niger's military command announced preparations to confront France, citing alleged destabilization efforts by Paris.

General Amadou Ibro urged Nigeriens to brace for war, accusing France of plotting instability.

The Nigerien military leadership is preparing for potential conflict, despite lacking prior combat experience.

General Ibro declared the mobilization a decree, emphasizing Niger's intent to engage in war with France.

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🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇮🇹 🇪🇸 France Considers Exit from Eurodrone Project

France is reportedly nearing its exit from the €7.1 billion Eurodrone program, deeming it unsuitable for modern warfare and too costly.

Negotiations are underway with Germany, Italy, and Spain, the remaining partners who wish to continue the project.

Without France, the project is estimated to cost the remaining nations additional €700 million.

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🇮🇪 Ireland Prioritizes Diversity in Defense Forces

Ireland's Defense Forces will prioritize diversity initiatives, including mandatory gender and bias training.

A new "Gender Advisor" position will be created, and fast-track citizenship for foreign nationals is proposed.

The Defence Minister stated diversification in every way possible is the focus of the new plan.

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🇭🇺 Hungarian Opposition Leader Claims 'Honey Trap' by Orbán

Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar alleges a 'honey trap' orchestrated by Viktor Orbán's government, implicating Russian tactics. Magyar admits to consensual sex with his ex-girlfriend in August 2024 but denies drug use.

He claims the incident was a 'classic Russia-style compromising situation' designed to smear him before elections, involving secret service equipment. Magyar challenges authorities to release the uncut footage, asserting the effort will fail.

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