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    Regional media are examining why ceasefire agreements in Sudan's civil war, from the US- and Saudi-brokered Jeddah talks to diplomatic efforts raised at the United Nations in New York, have repeatedly collapsed. Commentators point to continued fighting between the army and paramilitary forces, lack of enforcement, and weak international leverage over the warring parties.

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    Iran Warns It May Strike US and UK Military Basesβ—πŸ”΄ BREAKING Iran Threatens Retaliation Against US and UK Bases Iran has signaled it may target US and British military baMmastodonWorldDefense41 min ago

    Iran has signaled it may target US and British military bases, including RAF Fairford in England, if those countries are found responsible for plots against Tehran. The warning suggests Iran is widening the possible scope of its retaliation beyond regional targets, raising concerns about a direct confrontation with Western forces.

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    US forces prepare to leave Iraq after two decadesβ–ΌAfter more than two decades, U.S. forces prepare to leave Iraqβœ‰newsWorldDefense1 h ago

    United States forces are preparing to withdraw from Iraq, ending a military presence of more than two decades that began with the 2003 invasion. The move marks a major shift in the American footprint in the Middle East and closes a long chapter of US involvement in Iraqi security affairs.

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    Zelenskyy appeals to Trump and EU after overnight Russian attacksβ–ΌFollowing enemy's overnight attacks, President Zelenskyy addresses Trump and European Unionβœ‰newsWorldEU Politics1 d ago

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has spoken out following a wave of overnight attacks attributed to Russian forces, addressing his remarks directly to US President Donald Trump and the European Union. He is pressing Western partners for a stronger response and continued support for Ukraine's air defences as strikes on Ukrainian territory continue.

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    Strikes hit Sudan cities as army chief defies US visa banβ–ΌStrikes hit Sudan cities as army chief defiant after US visa snubβœ‰newsWarSudan1 h ago

    Airstrikes struck several Sudanese cities as the country's army chief responded defiantly to a United States decision to deny him a visa, deepening tensions with Washington. The visa snub, tied to the army's conduct in the ongoing civil war with the Rapid Support Forces, has drawn international attention as fighting intensifies and the humanitarian crisis worsens.

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    Who governs Sudan as Washington recognises neither side?β—πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡© Who governs Sudan if Washington recognises neither side? The army-backed administration runs much of the formal stateMmastodonWarSudan01 h ago

    Sudan's civil war has left the country with two rival power structures and no internationally endorsed government. The army-backed administration controls much of the formal state apparatus, while the Rapid Support Forces exercises authority over territory it holds. Washington says neither side represents legitimate constitutional governance, raising questions about who can speak for Sudan diplomatically.

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    UK Police Probe Suspected Terror Plot Near US Air Baseβ–ΌU.K. Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near Base Used by U.S. Forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    British police are investigating a suspected terrorist plot near a UK military base used by American forces. Details about suspects, targets, or the alleged plan have not been disclosed as inquiries continue. The case has drawn international attention given the involvement of a base hosting US personnel, raising questions about security arrangements and potential threats to American service members stationed in Britain.

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    Five Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot Near UK Base Used by US Forces●5 Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot Near U.K. Base Used by U.S. Forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism14 h ago

    British authorities have arrested five men on suspicion of planning a terrorist plot near a UK military base that is also used by American forces. The arrests were reported by Time Magazine and are drawing attention because of the site's connection to US personnel. Details about the suspects' identities, the target, or the alleged plot have not yet been disclosed, and investigations are ongoing.

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    Fed rate hike signals era of sticky inflation and faster growthβ–ΌFederal Reserve rate hike reflects new world of sticky inflation, faster growthβœ‰newsBusinessBanking1 d ago

    The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates again, a move being read as an acknowledgment that inflation is proving stubborn and the US economy is growing faster than expected. Commentators say policymakers are adjusting to a new environment in which price pressures persist despite earlier tightening, forcing the central bank to keep rates higher for longer than markets had anticipated.

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    UK Arrests Five Over Suspected Terror Plot Near US Air Baseβ–ΌU.K. Arrests Five in Suspected Terrorist Plot Near Air Base Used by U.S.βœ‰newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of plotting a terrorist attack near an air base in the UK that is used by US forces. The arrests, reported by the Wall Street Journal, come amid heightened security concerns around American military installations in Britain. Details about the suspects and the alleged plot have not yet been disclosed, and investigations are ongoing.

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    Speaking at the United Nations, Donald Trump said he is deciding whether the United States should annihilate Iran, in some of his most hostile public remarks yet about the country. The comment, delivered before a global audience of diplomats, has drawn widespread attention and alarm, with commentators debating whether it signals a genuine policy shift toward military action or coercive rhetoric aimed at forcing Tehran back into negotiations.

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    Israel wants US-led force to disarm Hezbollah in Lebanonβ–ΌIsrael wants US-led force to disarm Lebanon's Hezbollahβœ‰newsWorldUnited Nations1 h ago

    Israel is pushing for a United States-led international force to take on the task of disarming Hezbollah in Lebanon, according to Responsible Statecraft. The proposal would shift responsibility for neutralising the armed group's arsenal away from the Lebanese state and onto an American-led mission. The idea raises questions about Lebanon's sovereignty, the role of the Lebanese army, and whether Washington would accept such an open-ended security commitment.

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    Trump says men at UK air base planned 'big damage'β–ΌTrump says men arrested at UK air base used by US were looking to do 'big damage'βœ‰newsWarTerrorism2 h ago

    Donald Trump says several men arrested at a British air base used by US forces were looking to do 'big damage'. The arrests took place at a UK facility with an American military presence, and Trump characterised the suspects as intending significant harm. Details on the men's identities, alleged plans or charges have not been released.

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    Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford Over Suspected Terror Plot●UK Police Arrest Five Men Near RAF Fairford in Suspected Terror Plot𝕏xSEWarTerrorism167K14 h ago

    UK police have arrested five men near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The base, used by US forces and a regular site for major airshow operations, was a focal point of the operation. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the suspects or the alleged plot, and the investigation is ongoing. The arrests have prompted concern about security at military sites in the UK.

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    British police arrest five men in bomb plot near US-used baseβ–ΌBritish police arrest five men in suspected terrorist bomb plot near military base used by U.S.βœ‰newsWorldDefense9 h ago

    British police have arrested five men on suspicion of plotting a terrorist bomb attack near a military base used by American forces. The suspects were detained as investigators work to establish the scope of the alleged plot and any possible links. The arrests have drawn attention given the site's connection to US personnel stationed in Britain.

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    Five men near RAF Fairford charged with plotting terrorist act●According to BBC, the five men arrested near RAF Fairford over suspicion of offenses under the UK's Explosives Act in th𝕏xGBWarTerrorism4K9 h ago

    Five men arrested near RAF Fairford in the UK on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act have now been additionally charged with plotting to commit a terrorist act, according to the BBC. The announcement followed a police press conference. Authorities have not linked the men to any state or non-state actor, and the case continues to draw attention given the airbase's ties to US forces.

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    Sudan's Burhan rejects US truce conditionsβ–ΌSudan’s Burhan rejects US truce conditions, says no visa neededβœ‰newsWarSudan13 h ago

    Sudan's army chief, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has rejected conditions attached to a United States-backed ceasefire proposal, while also stating that no visa is needed, in remarks reported by Sudan Tribune. The rejection adds a new obstacle to international efforts to end the war between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, which has devastated Sudan since April 2023.

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    British police arrest several near US-used air base over explosives●British police arrest several people on suspicion of explosive offenses near air base used by US forcesβœ‰newsWorld12 h ago

    British police have arrested several people on suspicion of explosive offences near an air base used by US forces. The arrests were carried out near the facility, and details about the suspects or any alleged plot have not yet been released. The incident has drawn attention because of the base's connection to American military operations in the UK.

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    Five arrested on terrorism charges near US-used RAF baseβ–ΌFive arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by USβœ‰newsWarTerrorism2 h ago

    Five people have been arrested on terrorism charges after explosives were discovered near an RAF base in the United Kingdom that is used by US forces. Counter-terrorism officers made the arrests following the find, and investigations are ongoing. The incident has raised concerns about security at British bases hosting American personnel.

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    Europe is preparing for intensified competition with Asia over liquefied natural gas supplies, according to a Financial Times report. As both regions vie for limited cargoes, buyers could be forced to bid up prices, with implications for Europe's energy security and household and industrial costs. The competition centres on securing winter supply and attracting flexible US and Qatari cargoes away from Asian buyers.

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    Five men arrested near UK air base used in US Iran strikesβ–Ό5 men arrested near UK air base used by US in Iran war on suspicion of preparing a terrorist actβœ‰newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    British police have arrested five men near a UK air base used by US forces in strikes against Iran, on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The arrests come amid heightened security concerns following the US-Iran conflict, and the base's role in the campaign is drawing attention to potential retaliation threats.

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    Five men arrested over alleged bomb plot at RAF Fairford●Five men have been arrested as part of a terror investigation into an alleged plot to bomb an RAF base used by US aircra𝕏xGBWarTerrorism4567 min ago

    Five men have been arrested in a counter-terrorism investigation into an alleged plot to bomb RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, a base used by US Air Force aircraft. The arrests were reported by Sky News, whose correspondent covered the story from the scene. The base has historically hosted US strategic bombers, making it a notable target in any terror-related case.

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    Iran's military demands American withdrawal from West Asiaβ–ΌIran's military: Americans must leave West Asia, we will not retreat one stepβœ‰newsWorldDefense1 min ago

    Iran's military has issued a defiant statement declaring that American forces must leave West Asia and vowing that Iran will not retreat 'one step'. The remarks, carried by regional Kurdish outlet Kurdistan 24, underline Tehran's hardening stance toward the US military presence in the region amid ongoing tensions.

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    Iran's Army Says It Is Ready for Renewed US Attack●Iran's Army Voices Readiness for Potential Renewed US Attackβœ‰newsWorld15 h ago

    Iran's army says its forces are prepared to respond if the United States renews military strikes against the country. The statement signals that Tehran is keeping up a defensive posture amid ongoing tensions. It comes as regional and international observers watch closely for any further escalation between the two governments, with officials in Iran stressing readiness while no new attack has been announced.

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    Five Arrested in UK Terrorism Probe Linked to RAF Base and Iranβ—βš‘ NEWS Five Arrested in UK Terrorism Probe Linked to RAF Base and Potential Iranian Involvement UK counter-terrorism polMmastodonWorldDefense45 h ago

    UK counter-terrorism police have arrested five men after explosives consistent with improvised explosive devices were found in three vans near an RAF base used by US forces. The investigation is examining potential Iranian involvement in the plot. The arrests have raised concerns about security at military sites and foreign state links to terrorism on British soil.

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    IRGC threatens US warships in Indian Oceanβ–Ό"IRGC threatens US warships in Indian Ocean" # Taco # Nacho # News # Politics # Nato # Military # Russia # USA # IsraelMmastodonWorldEU Politics95 min ago

    Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has issued a threat against United States warships operating in the Indian Ocean, according to the headline circulating in news discussions. The report comes amid already high tensions between Washington and Tehran, with commentary tying the story to wider regional conflicts involving Israel, NATO concerns, and fears of escalation. Details about the exact nature of the threat remain limited, but the claim is fueling discussion about a possible naval standoff and risks of a broader war.

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    North Korea Tests Swarm Attacks Mixing Drones and Missilesβ–ΌNorth Korea Is Testing Swarm Attacks Mixing Drones and Missiles https://www.wsj.com/world/north-korea-is-testing-swarm-aMmastodonWorldDefense41 d ago

    North Korea is conducting tests of swarm attack tactics that combine drones with missile launches, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The development suggests Pyongyang is working to integrate cheap, massed drone assaults with conventional missile strikes, a combination that could complicate defenses in South Korea, Japan and for US forces in the region.

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    US and China compete to win global support on AI●The US wants the world to pick a side on AI. But for many countries, China’s pitch may be more compellingβœ‰newsTechnologyAI1 d ago

    Washington is pressing governments worldwide to align with the United States on artificial intelligence rules and technology, framing it as a choice between democratic and authoritarian models of AI development. But analysts note that China's pitch β€” offering affordable AI tools, infrastructure and investment without political conditions β€” may be more attractive to developing countries that want the benefits of AI without being forced into a superpower rivalry.

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    Five men have been arrested close to RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on suspicion of terrorism offences. The base, used by US Air Force aircraft, hosts a major annual airshow and has seen heightened attention over security. The arrests have prompted significant online discussion, with people asking about the men's identities, possible motives and whether the airbase was a specific target.

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    Five Arrested on Terrorism Suspicion Near US-Used UK Air Baseβ–Ό5 Arrested on Suspicion of Terrorism Near U.K. Air Base Used by U.S.βœ‰newsWorldDefense9 h ago

    British police have arrested five people on suspicion of terrorism near a United Kingdom air base that is also used by United States forces. The arrests were made close to the base, and counterterrorism officers are handling the investigation. The story is drawing wide attention because it involves security at a facility with American military personnel, raising questions about potential threats to joint operations.

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    RAF base linked to US strikes on Iranian missile sitesβ–ΌRAF base at centre of counter-terror operation is used by US planes to hit Iranian missile sitesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism16 h ago

    A Royal Air Force base in the UK, reportedly the focus of a counter-terrorism operation, is also being used by American aircraft conducting strikes against Iranian missile sites. The dual role of the base has drawn attention to the extent of US military activity from British soil amid heightened tensions with Iran and ongoing security concerns at home.

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    UK police arrest five men near US air baseβ–ΌUK police arrest 5 men near an air base used by US on suspicion of preparing a terrorist actβœ‰newsWorld11 h ago

    British police have arrested five men near an air base used by United States forces on suspicion of preparing an act of terrorism. The arrests were carried out by UK authorities, who have not publicly detailed the alleged plot or the identities of the suspects. The detention of the men close to a US-used facility has drawn attention given the base's American military connection, and questions remain about the intended target and any wider security implications.

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    Strong Jobs Report Could Push Fed Toward Another Rate Hikeβ—βš‘ NEWS Potential Fed Rate Hike Driven by Strong Jobs Report A strong upcoming US jobs report may pressure the Federal ReMmastodonBusinessMarkets38 h ago

    A strong upcoming US jobs report may pressure the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again in October. Market watchers warn the move could drive 10-year and 30-year Treasury yields sharply higher, with investors watching labour market data closely for clues on the central bank's next decision.

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    Five Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot at UK Air Base Used by US Forcesβ–Ό5 Men Arrested in Suspected Terror Plot at U.K. Air Base Used by U.S. Forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism12 h ago

    British authorities have arrested five men over an alleged terrorist plot targeting a UK air base that is also used by US forces. The arrests have drawn wide attention given the base's American military connection and ongoing security concerns around US-linked sites in Britain. Details about the suspects and the alleged plot have not yet been made public.

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    Counter-terror police probe suspected Iran-linked bomb plot at US-used RAF base●Counter-terror police investigate Iran link over suspected bomb plot at RAF base used by USβœ‰newsWarTerrorism1 h ago

    Counter-terrorism police are investigating an alleged plot to bomb an RAF base in the UK that is used by US forces, with officers examining a possible Iranian connection. The investigation is at an early stage and no charges have been reported. The story is drawing attention because it touches on UK-Iran tensions and the security of American military assets on British soil.

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    Five arrested over explosives found near US-used RAF base●Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by US https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2MmastodonWarTerrorism21 h ago

    Five people have been arrested on terrorism charges in the UK after explosives were discovered near an RAF base used by US forces. Police made the arrests following the discovery, and the investigation into the suspected plot is ongoing. The story is drawing attention given the base's American military connection.

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    Five arrested over suspected terror plot near US-used UK airbaseβ–Ό5 arrested on suspicion of preparing terror attack near UK airbase used by US forcesβœ‰newsWarTerrorism9 h ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of preparing a terrorist attack near a UK airbase used by US forces. The arrests were announced by news outlets, though details about the suspects, the specific base, or the alleged plot have not been released. The story is drawing attention given the site's links to American military operations and ongoing security concerns in the UK.

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    US says blocking Sudan's Burhan from UN part of peace pushβ–ΌBlocking Al Burhan from UNGA part of growing US efforts to stop Sudan war, says Massad Boulosβœ‰newsWarSudan20 h ago

    Massad Boulos, a senior US adviser, said Washington's move to block Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan from attending the UN General Assembly is part of expanding American efforts to end Sudan's war. The decision signals mounting US pressure on Sudan's warring parties as the conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces continues to devastate the country.

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    Boulos says arms embargo could stop Sudan violence●Boulos says arms embargo could stop violence in Sudanβœ‰newsWarSudan21 h ago

    Massad Boulos, a US adviser on Africa, said an arms embargo could halt the violence gripping Sudan, according to The National. His comments point to international pressure to cut weapon supplies fueling the war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces, which has caused one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.

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    Five men have been arrested under terrorism legislation in the area around RAF Fairford, the large airbase in Gloucestershire, England. Police have not named the men, and details of the suspected plot or their nationalities remain limited while investigations continue. The arrests are drawing attention because Fairford hosts US Air Force tanker aircraft and is a key NATO airfield.