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Baloch Separatists Renew Independence Demand

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Baloch separatist activist Mir Yar Baloch has renewed his call for international recognition of an independent Balochistan and urged supporters to observe August 11 as Baloch Independence Day. Baloch Separatists Renew Independence Demand Baloch appealed to the international community, including India, to recognise Balochistan as a sovereign country separate from Pakistan.
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Gaza Withdrawal Tied to Hamas Disarmament

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The US-backed Board of Peace has said Israeli forces will not withdraw from Gaza until Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups complete a verified disarmament process under the proposed peace framework. Gaza Withdrawal Linked to Disarmament The Board said Israeli withdrawal would occur only after weapons were decommissioned and Gaza’s military infrastructure, including
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25 US States Sue Trump Over New Tariffs

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A coalition of 25 US states has sued the Trump administration over new tariffs imposed on dozens of trading partners, arguing that the measures exceed presidential authority and violate federal trade law. States Challenge Trump Tariff Policy The lawsuit was filed in the US Court of International Trade by Democratic-led states, including New York, California, […]
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WHO Condemns Strike Near Gaza Hospital

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World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has condemned an Israeli strike near Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in central Gaza, renewing calls for medical facilities and supplies to be protected. Israeli Strike Damages Gaza Medical Supplies The August 1 strike destroyed two medical storage warehouses near Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in Deir al-Balah. The facilities
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Taslima Nasreen Backs Sheikh Hasina’s Return

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Bangladesh-born author Taslima Nasreen has called for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to return to Bangladesh and urged authorities to lift restrictions on the Awami League. Taslima Nasreen Backs Hasina’s Return Nasreen said Hasina should be allowed to return and participate in Bangladesh’s political process. She argued that banning the Awami League was undemocratic
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Pakistan Peace Rally Bombing Kills 14

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At least 14 people were killed and more than 20 injured when a suicide bomber attacked an anti-militancy peace rally in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Suicide Bombing Targets Swat Peace Rally The explosion occurred near a police station in Kabal, a town in the Swat district, as hundreds of residents participated in a demonstration […]
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Iran, Oman Near New Hormuz Shipping Deal

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Iran has said it is close to reaching an agreement with Oman on a new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, potentially easing months of disruption to global energy supplies. Iran Oman Hormuz Deal Nears Completion Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran and Muscat were approaching an understanding on new navigation arrangements in […]
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Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake Strikes Egypt

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A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck Egypt on Monday, prompting authorities to activate emergency response measures and begin assessing possible damage across affected areas. Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake Strikes Egypt The tremor was recorded on August 3 and was felt by residents in several parts of the country. People in affected areas reported noticeable shaking, leading some
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Oil Prices Fall as Trump Halts Iran Strikes

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Global oil prices fell by more than $4 a barrel after US President Donald Trump suspended planned attacks on Iranian infrastructure and shifted towards negotiations with Tehran. Brent and WTI Crude Prices Slide Brent crude futures fell $4.08, or 4.64%, to $83.85 a barrel in early trading. US West Texas Intermediate crude dropped $4.01, or […]
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Hormuz Closure Could Push UK Into Recession

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The UK economy could fall into recession in 2027 if disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz continues into next year, according to economic forecasts published by EY. Hormuz Closure Could Trigger UK Recession Under EY’s prolonged-disruption scenario, the British economy would grow by only 0.5% in 2026 before contracting by 0.2% in 2027. […]