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NATO leader warns Europe is unable to defend itself without US assistance
Rutte, who spoke with Trump at the World Economic Forum last week, told European lawmakers in Brussels that they would need to double their expected economic spending on defense if they hoped to defend themselves without the U.S.
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Final Israeli hostage remains returned from Gaza, allowing next peace plan phase to begin
"We promised, and I promised, to bring everyone back, and we brought everyone back," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said
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Israel to open Rafah crossing after search for last captive body concludes
The move was presented as part of President Donald Trump’s comprehensive “20-point plan” to solidify a ceasefire and begin a transition in Gaza.
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US B-52 bombers fly with Japanese fighters in support amid Chinese pressure
“This bilateral exercise reaffirms the strong will between Japan and the U.S. not to tolerate unilateral changes to the status quo by force,” Japan’s Ministry of Defense said
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Australia becomes first country to ban social media for children under 16
"Rather than spending it scrolling on your phone, start a new sport, learn a new instrument, or read that book that has been sitting there for some time on your shelf," Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said
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China trade surplus tops $1 trillion for first time while exporting to non-U.S. markets
This comes as Chinese exports to the U.S. dropped by 29% from November 2024
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Netanyahu says second phase of Israel-Hamas ceasefire will begin 'very shortly'
Israel and Hamas are “very shortly expected to move into the second phase of the ceasefire,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said
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Pentagon officials order Europe to take over NATO within two years: report
"Five sources familiar with the discussion" reportedly say the message was giving this week in D.C., and if Europe can't make 2027 deadline, U.S. may withdraw from some NATO defense coordination mechanisms.
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El Salvador touts La Esperanza prison's 'Zero Leisure Plan,' points to drop in crime, gang activity
In 2021, President Bukele initiated a sweeping crackdown on gangs and crime. In a matter of weeks, 87,000 people were arrested.
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State Dept. imposing visa restrictions on people in Mexico facilitating illegal migration into US
The action is aimed at executives and top officials of a transportation company based in Mexico that provided travel arrangements and services for aliens with specific plans to illegally migrate to the U.S.
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Afghan resettlement program to be scrutinized after shooting, planned bombing of National Guard
GOP lawmakers have said they want to examine Biden's "Operation Allies Welcome" program but it is unclear at this time if a special committee in the House or Senate will be established, given that some Democrats are pushing back.
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Europe's media sees ambush on Guard as opposition to deployment, another case of too many guns
Much of the U.S. coverage of the events of last week focused on the country’s oft-criticized immigration system and the screening process for refugees.
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Pope Leo XIV visits Lebanon for first time
The visit is the second leg of his first foreign journey since being elected.