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President Gustavo Petro announced that Colombian security forces have been deployed to the country’s border with Venezuela amid rising tensions following a recent U.S. military strike inside Venezuelan territory. Petro described the U.S. action as a serious escalation in the region and said Colombia must be prepared to protect its sovereignty and border communities. Border
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Saudi Arabia’s Finance Ministry has approved a 2026 borrowing plan with financing needs of about $58 billion to support the government’s budget and debt obligations. The plan was endorsed by Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan and outlines how the kingdom will secure funds through domestic and international markets and alternative financing channels. Funding Purpose and
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U.S. President Donald Trump warned that the United States could raise tariffs on Indian goods if India does not address American concerns over its continued purchases of Russian oil. Trump made the remarks while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, characterising Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “good man” but saying he was […]
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The United States does not intend to govern Venezuela directly but will continue to apply pressure to push for political and economic changes, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said. His remarks were aimed at addressing speculation about Washington’s role in Venezuela amid rising tensions and renewed debate over U.S. actions targeting the country’s oil […]
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The Pakistan Air Force has successfully conducted a flight test of the indigenously developed Taimoor missile, marking a significant milestone in the country’s conventional strike capabilities. The test was carried out as part of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to enhance self-reliance in defence technology and strengthen its air-launched weapons systems. Capabilities of the
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The United Arab Emirates has urged all parties in Yemen to exercise restraint as the situation on the ground changes rapidly, raising fears of renewed instability in the conflict-hit country. In a statement, the UAE said it was closely monitoring developments and stressed the importance of avoiding actions that could further escalate violence or undermine […]