Mexico, EU Announce Revamped Trade Deal Amidst U.S. Tariff Threats
Mexico and the European Union announced a revamped trade agreement on Friday, aiming to increase trade and investment, and potentially mitigate the impact of threatened U.S. tariffs; the agreement reduces Mexican tariffs on European agri-food imports, removes investment barriers for European compani...
Mexico, EU Announce Revamped Trade Deal Amidst U.S. Tariff Threats
Mexico and the European Union announced a revamped trade agreement on Friday, aiming to increase trade and investment, and potentially mitigate the impact of threatened U.S. tariffs; the agreement reduces Mexican tariffs on European agri-food imports, removes investment barriers for European compani...
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36% Bias Score
Ukraine-Slovakia Gas Dispute: Zelensky and Fico Clash
Ukrainian President Zelensky and Slovak Prime Minister Fico are engaged in a public conflict stemming from Ukraine's January 1st, 2025 halt of Russian gas transit, with Fico criticizing the move and Zelensky accusing him of prioritizing Russian interests, threatening further repercussions for energy...
Ukraine-Slovakia Gas Dispute: Zelensky and Fico Clash
Ukrainian President Zelensky and Slovak Prime Minister Fico are engaged in a public conflict stemming from Ukraine's January 1st, 2025 halt of Russian gas transit, with Fico criticizing the move and Zelensky accusing him of prioritizing Russian interests, threatening further repercussions for energy...
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36% Bias Score
EU 5G Networks: Persistent Chinese Presence Despite Security Strategy
Despite a 2019 EU strategy to limit high-risk 5G vendors, 34% of EU radio access networks remained Chinese by late 2024, with variation among member states; Italy's share dropped to 35% due to Golden Power measures, while Germany's remained at 59%.
EU 5G Networks: Persistent Chinese Presence Despite Security Strategy
Despite a 2019 EU strategy to limit high-risk 5G vendors, 34% of EU radio access networks remained Chinese by late 2024, with variation among member states; Italy's share dropped to 35% due to Golden Power measures, while Germany's remained at 59%.
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Russia and Iran sign 20-year cooperation agreement
Russia and Iran signed a 20-year cooperation agreement on military and economic issues, including intelligence sharing and energy collaboration, during Iranian President Pezeshkian's visit to Moscow; the deal omits a mutual defense clause unlike a similar pact with North Korea.
Russia and Iran sign 20-year cooperation agreement
Russia and Iran signed a 20-year cooperation agreement on military and economic issues, including intelligence sharing and energy collaboration, during Iranian President Pezeshkian's visit to Moscow; the deal omits a mutual defense clause unlike a similar pact with North Korea.
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40% Bias Score
UK Seeks to Reset Strained Relations with China Amidst Security Concerns
UK Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden recently labelled China Britain's greatest economic security threat, marking a significant shift from the 'golden era' declared in 2015, highlighting concerns over espionage and interference, prompting renewed efforts towards pragmatic economic engagement.
UK Seeks to Reset Strained Relations with China Amidst Security Concerns
UK Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden recently labelled China Britain's greatest economic security threat, marking a significant shift from the 'golden era' declared in 2015, highlighting concerns over espionage and interference, prompting renewed efforts towards pragmatic economic engagement.
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Rosatom Sells Kazakhstani Uranium Stakes to China Amidst Sanctions and War
Russia's Rosatom sold its stakes in three Kazakhstani uranium projects to China for an estimated $300-$500 million, driven by Western sanctions risk, depleted uranium deposits, and Russia's financial needs due to the Ukraine war.
Rosatom Sells Kazakhstani Uranium Stakes to China Amidst Sanctions and War
Russia's Rosatom sold its stakes in three Kazakhstani uranium projects to China for an estimated $300-$500 million, driven by Western sanctions risk, depleted uranium deposits, and Russia's financial needs due to the Ukraine war.
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36% Bias Score
Gulf War's Enduring Legacy: Shaping the Middle East and Israel's Military
The 1991 Gulf War, initiated by Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait, resulted in a US-led coalition's swift military victory, reshaping the Middle East's geopolitical order and significantly influencing Israel's military development and current conflicts.
Gulf War's Enduring Legacy: Shaping the Middle East and Israel's Military
The 1991 Gulf War, initiated by Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait, resulted in a US-led coalition's swift military victory, reshaping the Middle East's geopolitical order and significantly influencing Israel's military development and current conflicts.
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52% Bias Score
Trump's Greenland Bid Ignites International Competition
President-elect Trump's proposed purchase of Greenland, supported by a US House bill, reignites international competition for the island's resources and strategic location amidst Arctic ice melt, prompting Greenland to reaffirm its self-determination and emphasize the need for balanced cooperation w...
Trump's Greenland Bid Ignites International Competition
President-elect Trump's proposed purchase of Greenland, supported by a US House bill, reignites international competition for the island's resources and strategic location amidst Arctic ice melt, prompting Greenland to reaffirm its self-determination and emphasize the need for balanced cooperation w...
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Trump's Second Term: Assertive Latin American Policy Amidst Multiple Crises
Donald Trump's second term begins January 20, 2025, marked by a Republican Congress and a focus on assertive foreign policy, potentially including annexing the Panama Canal and employing punitive measures against some Latin American nations while pursuing transactional business interests with others...
Trump's Second Term: Assertive Latin American Policy Amidst Multiple Crises
Donald Trump's second term begins January 20, 2025, marked by a Republican Congress and a focus on assertive foreign policy, potentially including annexing the Panama Canal and employing punitive measures against some Latin American nations while pursuing transactional business interests with others...
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60% Bias Score
Russia and Iran Sign 20-Year Cooperation Agreement
Russia and Iran signed a comprehensive 20-year cooperation agreement on military, economic, and intelligence matters during Iranian President Pezeshkian's visit to Moscow, aiming to counter Western sanctions and strengthen regional influence, differing from a similar but less comprehensive agreement...
Russia and Iran Sign 20-Year Cooperation Agreement
Russia and Iran signed a comprehensive 20-year cooperation agreement on military, economic, and intelligence matters during Iranian President Pezeshkian's visit to Moscow, aiming to counter Western sanctions and strengthen regional influence, differing from a similar but less comprehensive agreement...
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Russia's Expanding Military Presence in Africa Fuels Anti-Western Sentiment
Amidst the ousting of Russia's ally in Syria, the Kremlin is supporting President Faustin-Archange Touadéra in the Central African Republic with Wagner mercenaries, whose presence is deemed essential for Touadéra's continued rule, reflecting Russia's expanding influence across Africa.
Russia's Expanding Military Presence in Africa Fuels Anti-Western Sentiment
Amidst the ousting of Russia's ally in Syria, the Kremlin is supporting President Faustin-Archange Touadéra in the Central African Republic with Wagner mercenaries, whose presence is deemed essential for Touadéra's continued rule, reflecting Russia's expanding influence across Africa.
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US Ambassador Highlights China's Economic Slowdown and Geopolitical Ambitions
Former US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns discusses China's slowing economy and declining population, alongside the US's efforts to reduce dependence on China for critical materials and technology, in an interview on NPR.
US Ambassador Highlights China's Economic Slowdown and Geopolitical Ambitions
Former US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns discusses China's slowing economy and declining population, alongside the US's efforts to reduce dependence on China for critical materials and technology, in an interview on NPR.
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44% Bias Score