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Trump Escalates Trade War Against China

Donald Trump has escalated his trade war against China by imposing new tariffs and restricting its activities in Latin America, aiming to counter China's global economic influence. This follows previous trade disputes under both Trump and Biden, exacerbating the economic conflict.

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60% Bias Score

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Treasury Leak Inquiry, Kinship Carers' Plea, and Ukraine Conflict's Potential Resolution

Following a leaked Treasury growth forecast, an inquiry is underway, while kinship carers in England seek increased financial support, and a Trump-Putin call suggests potential negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, raising concerns about UK defence spending in light of shifting US policy.

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56% Bias Score

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US Envoy Warns Hamas: Release Hostages or Face Severe Consequences

U.S. Special Envoy Adam Boehler warned Hamas to release seven American hostages by Saturday at noon, threatening severe consequences if they don't comply; Hamas previously announced a postponement, citing alleged Israeli ceasefire violations; there are at least 76 hostages in total, with six America...

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Record 124 Journalists Killed in 2024, Mostly in Gaza War

A record 124 journalists died in 2024, most (82) in Gaza during the Israel-Hamas war, exceeding the 2007 Iraq War record of 113 deaths; the Committee to Protect Journalists report highlights deliberate targeting and lack of accountability, impacting global access to information.

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US Aid Cuts in Syria Cause Closure of 10 Clinics, Exacerbating Humanitarian Crisis

The Trump administration's halt of US foreign aid in northern Syria has forced the closure of 10 clinics, impacting 35,000 people and leading to 184 layoffs, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in a region lacking a centralized healthcare system and leaving vulnerable populations without access to ...

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Trump-Putin Call Initiates Ukraine Peace Talks

A phone call between Presidents Trump and Putin has initiated talks to end the war in Ukraine, marking a major shift in US-Russia relations after years of sanctions and strained diplomacy. Putin's peace proposal, however, demands significant concessions from Ukraine.

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Trump Speaks with Zelenskyy and Putin, Seeking Peace in Ukraine

Following a nearly hour-and-a-half phone call with Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for about an hour, discussing peace in Ukraine and agreeing on future meetings to end the war. Trump stated that the US delegation for the Munich Security Conference wou...

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Trump and Putin Agree to Begin Ukraine Peace Talks

Following a phone call, Presidents Trump and Putin agreed to immediately begin negotiations to end the war in Ukraine; Zelenskyy also spoke with Trump, expressing support for the peace initiative.

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Meta Layoffs Signal AI-Driven Workforce Restructuring

Meta laid off 3,600 employees (5% of its global workforce) in February 2025, as part of a larger industry trend where companies are using AI to replace human roles, resulting in significant workforce restructuring across tech and other sectors.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Trump Administration Restricts Press Access, Launches FCC Investigations

President Trump's administration has limited access for several news outlets, including blocking Associated Press reporters from White House events and ousting news organizations from their Pentagon offices; the FCC launched investigations into NPR, PBS, and other media companies over perceived bias...

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bbc.com
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Trump, Putin Agree to Immediate Talks to End Ukraine War

Following a phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, where they agreed to start immediate negotiations to end the war in Ukraine, Trump spoke with Zelenskyy, outlining the discussion and plans for future meetings and cooperation.

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Israel Seeks Troop Withdrawal Extension in Southern Lebanon

Israel seeks a 10-day extension of its troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon until February 28th, sparking strong objections from the Lebanese government that prioritizes restoring territorial sovereignty after 18 years of Israeli occupation (1982-2000).

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