53 h. ago Primary Physician in Matthew Perry Overdose Case to Enter Guilty Plea

The primary physician implicated in the drug overdose of actor Matthew Perry is anticipated to enter a guilty plea in the upcoming weeks, according to the US Justice Department. Salvador Plasencia “has agreed to plead guilty to four counts of distribution of ketamine, which carries a statutory maximum sentence of 40 years in federal prison,” […]

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58 h. ago Somalia: Government terminates MGS Soft’s tax collection deal

Somalia’s Ministry of Finance has announced the termination of a concession agreement with MGS Soft Inc., a company contracted to manage the rental income tax system in Mogadishu.

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3 d. ago President Hassan of Somalia Unilaterally Cancelled International

Partnership Agreements to Avoid Accountability.In the midst of national and international efforts to save Somalia from sliding into civilstrife and anarchy because of political deadlock and increased threats from terrorist group Al Shabab, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, paradoxically ordered his State Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation to write a letter to the Special […]

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6 d. ago Trump Cautions Against Possible Israeli Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Sites

US President Donald Trump has stated that an Israeli strike on Iran “could very well happen,” while a senior Israeli official informed the Wall Street Journal that such an action might occur as early as Sunday unless Iran agrees to cease its production of materials for an atomic bomb. This development has heightened concerns that […]

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7 d. ago Russia Carries Out Lethal Strike in Eastern Ukraine as Peace Talks Stall

Recent Russian strikes in Ukraine’s northeastern city of Kharkiv have resulted in the deaths of three individuals and injuries to 60 others, including children, according to authorities. This comes as Moscow continues its offensive despite dismissing calls for an unconditional ceasefire. Ukraine reported receiving the remains of over 1,200 soldiers from Moscow, as part of […]

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8 d. ago Somalia: Opposition Rejects Meeting Called By President Hassan Sheikh

Somalia's main opposition coalition, the Somali Salvation Forum, on Monday rejected President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's scheduled talks on June 15 and 22, saying they lack broad political consensus.

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2 w. ago White House Announces Doubling of Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Tomorrow

The United States will increase its tariffs on imported steel and aluminum effective tomorrow, as announced by the White House with an order signed by US President Donald Trump. This action represents the latest strike in Mr. Trump’s trade wars, raising levies on both metals from 25% to 50%. However, tariffs on metal imports from […]

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2 w. ago China Strongly Denies US Allegation of Breaching Tariff Agreement

China has expressed its “firm rejection” of US assertions that it has breached a comprehensive tariffs agreement, as tensions between the two economic giants appear to be escalating again. Last month, China and the US reached an agreement to reduce extraordinarily high tariffs on each other for a period of 90 days following discussions between […]

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2 w. ago Hamas Claims New US Gaza Truce Proposal Fails to Address Demands

The White House announced that Israel had “approved” a new ceasefire proposal for Gaza that was presented to Hamas, though the militant group claimed the agreement did not meet its requirements. Efforts to resolve over 19 months of conflict have yet to produce significant results, with Israel resuming strikes in Gaza this March following a […]

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3 w. ago Ukraine Open to Peace Talks but Seeks Russian Conditions First

Ukraine has expressed its willingness to engage in more direct discussions with Russia, insisting that Moscow must present its peace terms beforehand to ensure meaningful outcomes from the talks. “We are open to further meetings with the Russians and are waiting for their memorandum,” stated Ukrainian defence minister Rustem Umerov in a post on X, […]

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3 w. ago Russia Blames Ukraine for Attempting to Sabotage Peace Talks

Russia has claimed that its extensive aerial assaults on Ukraine in recent days were a “response” to increasing Ukrainian drone strikes against its own civilians, alleging that Ukraine is attempting to “disrupt” peace efforts. Despite repeated rejections of proposals from Ukraine and its Western allies for a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, Russia launched hundreds of drones […]

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3 w. ago EU and US Agree to Accelerate Trade Talks Following Recent Call

The European Commission announced that President Ursula Von der Leyen and US President Donald Trump have agreed to expedite trade negotiations and maintain close communication following a phone call last night. Mr. Trump indicated he would delay his proposed 50% tariffs on the European Union until 9 July, after describing his conversation with Ms. Von […]

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3 w. ago EU Trade Chief Calls for Respect, Not Threats, Amid Trump’s 50% Tariff Push

The European Commission has urged the US to approach trade talks with respect rather than threats, following President Donald Trump’s call for a 50% tariff on EU goods. EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič emphasized that the European Union is dedicated to achieving a mutually beneficial deal during discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and […]

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3 w. ago EU Trade Chief Calls for Respect Amid Trump’s Proposal for 50% Tariff

The European Commission has called on the US to prioritize respect over threats in trade negotiations, following President Donald Trump’s proposal for a 50% tariff on EU goods. EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič emphasized the European Union’s commitment to reaching a mutually beneficial agreement during discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and US Commerce […]

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4 w. ago EU Reaches Decision to Lift Economic Sanctions on Syria, According to Kallas

EU foreign ministers have reached an agreement to lift economic sanctions on Syria, announced by the bloc’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas. “Our goal is to assist the Syrian people in rebuilding a new, inclusive, and peaceful Syria,” Ms. Kallas stated in a post on the social media platform X, following discussions with ministers in […]

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4 w. ago EU to Reassess Partnership Agreement with Israel in Light of Gaza Situation

The European Union has decided to reassess its cooperation agreement with Israel, following significant support from member states for a proposal put forth by the Netherlands. The EU’s chief diplomat Kaja Kallas stated that the EU’s action comes after “a strong majority” of its 27 member states favored this initiative during a meeting of EU […]

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last month Agreement Demonstrates Unity Against Trump’s Hostility Toward NATO

Brussels and London are likely to welcome the Brexit reset deal, celebrated with considerable enthusiasm at Lancaster House, with a clear path forward towards a closer relationship now established. The election of a Labour government was set to cast aside the hostile remnants of the Boris Johnson era, though the emergent challenge from Reform UK […]

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