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Leila Haddad covers world affairs, diplomacy, and humanitarian crises, with a focus on how fast-moving international developments affect public policy, conflict response, and cross-border institutions.
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Bangkok Bar Fire Death Toll Rises to 30 as Safety Probes BeginAuthorities probe locked exits and flammable decor after a deadly blaze at a Bangkok bar kills 30, highlighting gaps in Thai safety regulations.
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Darline Graham Nordone to Fill Late Brother's U.S. Senate SeatGovernor Henry McMaster selected Darline Graham Nordone to serve as interim senator for South Carolina following the sudden death of Lindsey Graham.
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Trump Reinstates Naval Blockade of Iranian Ports and Cargo FeesPresident Trump declares a naval blockade on Iranian ports and a 20% transit fee for the Strait of Hormuz after US and Iranian military exchanges.
Extreme temperatures have forced the closure of hundreds of schools and disrupted rail travel across Western Europe as officials warn of a long-lasting
Abelardo de la Espriella, endorsed by Donald Trump, defeated left-wing candidate Iván Cepeda in an initial count that signals a shift toward military-led
The Prosperity Party won 438 out of 501 contested seats, ensuring another term for the Prime Minister as internal and external tensions rise.
French authorities have restricted alcohol consumption and closed hundreds of schools as temperatures approach record highs across western and central
Direct negotiations in Lucerne began with a trade of warnings regarding proxy activity in Lebanon and potential military strikes.
The teenage sensation reached the milestone in just 11 balls during a dominant performance for India A against Sri Lanka A.
David Hearn, a three-time Olympic canoeist, faces a misdemeanor charge after allegedly touching peeling paint at the recently renovated $13 million
Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials meet to discuss nuclear issues and the Lebanon ceasefire despite new military tensions in the Persian Gulf.
The 76-year-old activist spent 25 years protecting endangered sea turtles on Lebanon's southern coast before her death on Friday.
At least 16 people were killed in Nabatieh as Israel and Hezbollah traded fire less than 24 hours after a truce was intended to take effect.
Fans gathered in Washington state to celebrate the United States' advancement to the World Cup knockout stage after a decisive victory.
The decision follows Kyiv’s move to name a military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, a group Poland associates with wartime genocide.
The Trump administration is cutting roughly $400 million in annual aid, linking the decision to alleged discrimination against the white-minority Afrikaner
As President Trump jokes about his vice-president taking the blame for a potential failure, JD Vance defends a deal that has split the Republican party.
A French judge has ordered the Paris St-Germain defender to stand trial in February 2026, a decision the player says he welcomes to finally share his side.
The telecom giant, valued at an estimated $180 billion, has approved a draft prospectus for what could be one of the largest share sales in India's
The naval standoff ends as Tehran's leadership claims the Trump administration sought the agreement out of desperation.
The multi-purpose campus in Jackson Park features a museum, library, and community amenities, serving as a monument to the 44th president's legacy.
The six-month assessment, termed 'Nato 3.0,' will evaluate ally defense spending and cooperation as the U.S. scales back high-readiness commitments.
Emergency services responded to the incident near Tremp on Wednesday afternoon, but the victim succumbed to his injuries despite receiving medical aid.
The Russian-flagged Forwarder entered the waterway Wednesday evening, testing UK maritime enforcement days after Royal Marines seized an unflagged vessel
Shinjiro Koizumi signals a departure from decades of pacifist policy, emphasizing multi-layered deterrence and new arms export deals across the
The performance-based memorandum initiates a 60-day negotiation window and the removal of the U.S. naval blockade to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The former child star died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis, her manager confirmed.