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Cyclist Arrested in Iran: Rising Tensions and Risks for Western Travelers

French-German cyclist Lennart Monterlos was arrested in Iran on an unspecified charge, highlighting the risks for Western travelers amid heightened tensions and accusations of "hostage diplomacy" by the Iranian government.

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EU Divided on Oil Price Cap as Sanctions Debate Intensifies

Amidst EU divisions over sanctions, Estonia advocates for a $45 oil price cap while Slovakia opposes the 18th package unless energy issues are addressed, highlighting disagreements over energy policy and the sanctions' effectiveness. Germany urges Slovakia's cooperation.

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US-Russia Relations Sour Amidst Trump's Criticism and Cancelled Talks

President Trump's recent criticism of Vladimir Putin, coupled with the cancellation of US-Russia diplomatic talks and the lack of progress on the Ukraine conflict, signals a significant deterioration in relations, contrasting sharply with earlier optimism.

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North Korea Condemns US Attacks on Iran, Assessing Implications for Own Security

North Korea condemned the US attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, citing violations of Iran's territorial integrity and the UN Charter, and expressing concern for the efficacy of its own underground bunkers given the attacks' impact on similar facilities in Iran. This follows decades of military c...

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Widespread Russian Airport Disruptions Following Drone Attacks

Drone attacks on July 6th, 2024, severely disrupted operations at five major Russian airports, including Moscow's Sheremetyevo and St. Petersburg's Pulkovo, causing nearly 400 flight cancellations and delays, while the Russian Ministry of Defense reported shooting down 48 Ukrainian drones.

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Russia-Azerbaijan Crisis Escalates After Deadly Police Raid

A police raid in Yekaterinburg targeting ethnic Azeri men, resulting in two deaths, sparked a diplomatic crisis between Russia and Azerbaijan, fueled by a previous plane crash and marked by reciprocal arrests and cancelled cultural events.

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Russia Warns Germany of Retaliation for Supplying Taurus Missiles to Ukraine

Former Russian Prime Minister Sergei Stepashin warned German Chancellor Friedrich Merz that Russia knows the locations of Taurus cruise missile production facilities in Germany and will consider it an act of war if Germany provides them to Ukraine.

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Trump Administration Halts, Then Resumes, Weapons Shipments to Ukraine Amidst Russian Assault

President Trump's administration paused the shipment of U.S. weapons to Ukraine on July 1st, citing a review of stockpiles, leading to increased Russian attacks; the pause was reversed on July 7th after Trump spoke with Zelenskyy.

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US Critical Mineral Dependence on China Poses National Security Risk

The U.S. is dangerously reliant on China for critical minerals, despite rising Chinese military power; recent trade deals offer temporary relief, but a comprehensive, long-term strategy is vital for U.S. economic and national security.

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Germany Faces Growing Security Risks Amidst NATO Summit Outcomes

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's visit to Berlin for talks with German Chancellor Merz follows a NATO summit where member states agreed to significant defense spending increases, amid growing geopolitical tensions and warnings of a potential Russian attack on Germany.

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BRICS Summit: Concerns over US Trade Policies and Geopolitical Tensions

At the BRICS summit in Rio, member nations voiced concerns over US unilateral trade measures, threatening global economic development, while the absence of key leaders and ongoing geopolitical issues shaped the discussions.

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Russia-Azerbaijan Crisis: Deadly Raid and Plane Crash Exacerbate Tensions

A diplomatic crisis is escalating between Moscow and Baku following a deadly raid in Yekaterinburg targeting Azerbaijani diaspora members and the December 2024 downing of an AZAL passenger plane by a Russian surface-to-air missile, resulting in 38 deaths and prompting retaliatory actions from Azerba...

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