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IRGC Soldiers Killed in Intense Clashes with Militants in Southeastern Iran
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IRGC Soldiers Killed in Intense Clashes with Militants in Southeastern Iran

Iran’s IRGC and Baluch militants fought nine hours of fierce gunfire in Saravan, leaving soldiers and militants dead amid escalating regional tensions.

Migrants Halt U.S. Crossings, Choosing Mexico as New Destination in 2026
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Migrants Halt U.S. Crossings, Choosing Mexico as New Destination in 2026

A sharp decline in U.S. border crossings has migrants settling in Mexico, reshaping migration patterns and local shelter needs.

Iran-Backed Houthi Strikes Threaten Key Saudi Oil Facilities Amid Rising Global Energy Risks
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Iran-Backed Houthi Strikes Threaten Key Saudi Oil Facilities Amid Rising Global Energy Risks

Iran-backed Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi oil sites threaten two vital oil chokepoints, risking higher costs for US consumers.

Far-Right AfD Triumphs in Saxony-Anhalt, Chancellor Merz Dismisses Majority Hopes
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Far-Right AfD Triumphs in Saxony-Anhalt, Chancellor Merz Dismisses Majority Hopes

Alternative for Germany scores major win in Saxony-Anhalt; Chancellor Merz warns party won’t secure majority nationwide.

Surge in Construction at Suspected Iranian Nuclear Site Amid US Strike Plans
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Surge in Construction at Suspected Iranian Nuclear Site Amid US Strike Plans

Satellite images reveal intense construction at Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain site as the US explores new ways to strike deep underground targets.

Austria Bans Hijabs and Burkas for Girls Under 15 in Schools
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Austria Bans Hijabs and Burkas for Girls Under 15 in Schools

Austria enacts a ban on hijabs, burkas, and headscarves for girls 14 and under in schools, sparking debate over religious freedom.

Pro-Israel Group Demands Macklemore’s Removal from Ed Sheeran Tour Over ‘Free Palestine’ Speech
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Pro-Israel Group Demands Macklemore’s Removal from Ed Sheeran Tour Over ‘Free Palestine’ Speech

A pro-Israel group urges Ed Sheeran to remove Macklemore from his 2026 Loop Tour after the rapper’s controversial 'Free Palestine' remarks.

Drone Activity at U.S.-Mexico Border Drops 75% After Military Deploys Laser Weapon
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Drone Activity at U.S.-Mexico Border Drops 75% After Military Deploys Laser Weapon

Military use of high-energy lasers reduces suspicious drone flights along the southern border by 75%, marking a major shift in border security.

Netanyahu Warns ‘End of Iranian Regime Near,’ Threatens Severe Retaliation
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Netanyahu Warns ‘End of Iranian Regime Near,’ Threatens Severe Retaliation

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu declares Iran’s regime nearing collapse amid ongoing tensions and warns of harsh reprisals if attacked.

Guyana Receives First Group of Cuban and Afghan Deportees Under U.S. Program
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Guyana Receives First Group of Cuban and Afghan Deportees Under U.S. Program

Guyana welcomes six Cuban and Afghan deportees from the U.S. under a Trump-era third-country relocation program.

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