Russia and Iran to Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement
Russia and Iran will sign a strategic cooperation agreement on January 17th, covering defense and security, while the EU announced €142 million in humanitarian aid for Ukraine, bringing the total to €1.1 billion, amid ongoing conflict and Western sanctions on Russia.
Russia and Iran to Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement
Russia and Iran will sign a strategic cooperation agreement on January 17th, covering defense and security, while the EU announced €142 million in humanitarian aid for Ukraine, bringing the total to €1.1 billion, amid ongoing conflict and Western sanctions on Russia.
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56% Bias Score
Côte d'Ivoire Withdraws French Troops, Following Regional Trend
Côte d'Ivoire announced the withdrawal of French troops starting this month, handing over the Port Bouét military infantry battalion to Ivorian forces; this follows a similar trend in West Africa, where nations are reducing military ties with France, leaving France with troops only in Djibouti and G...
Côte d'Ivoire Withdraws French Troops, Following Regional Trend
Côte d'Ivoire announced the withdrawal of French troops starting this month, handing over the Port Bouét military infantry battalion to Ivorian forces; this follows a similar trend in West Africa, where nations are reducing military ties with France, leaving France with troops only in Djibouti and G...
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36% Bias Score
Increased Risk of Armenian-Azerbaijani War in 2024
Armenian military experts warn of heightened war risks from April 2024 due to reduced constraints on Azerbaijani aggression, lack of peace treaty commitment, and increased Turkish-Azerbaijani military cooperation, including four high-level military visits in three weeks.
Increased Risk of Armenian-Azerbaijani War in 2024
Armenian military experts warn of heightened war risks from April 2024 due to reduced constraints on Azerbaijani aggression, lack of peace treaty commitment, and increased Turkish-Azerbaijani military cooperation, including four high-level military visits in three weeks.
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40% Bias Score
Turkey to Aid Syria in Building New 300,000-Strong Army
Turkey will assist Syria in creating a 300,000-strong national army following the opposition's victory and Assad's forces' withdrawal from Damascus on December 8th, 2024, aiming to ensure regional stability.
Turkey to Aid Syria in Building New 300,000-Strong Army
Turkey will assist Syria in creating a 300,000-strong national army following the opposition's victory and Assad's forces' withdrawal from Damascus on December 8th, 2024, aiming to ensure regional stability.
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52% Bias Score
Israel and Greece Expand Energy and Security Cooperation Amidst Turkish Tensions
Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen signed an energy cooperation agreement with Greece, focusing on natural gas, amidst growing tensions with Turkey. The deal strengthens Israel's regional energy influence and is part of a broader €2 billion Greek-Israeli security pact involving air defense systems, p...
Israel and Greece Expand Energy and Security Cooperation Amidst Turkish Tensions
Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen signed an energy cooperation agreement with Greece, focusing on natural gas, amidst growing tensions with Turkey. The deal strengthens Israel's regional energy influence and is part of a broader €2 billion Greek-Israeli security pact involving air defense systems, p...
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60% Bias Score
France Completes Troop Withdrawal from Chad
France started withdrawing its troops from Chad on Friday, ending a decades-long military cooperation agreement after Chad's government abruptly terminated the accord last month, leaving France with no military presence in the Sahel region, following similar withdrawals from Mali, Burkina Faso, and ...
France Completes Troop Withdrawal from Chad
France started withdrawing its troops from Chad on Friday, ending a decades-long military cooperation agreement after Chad's government abruptly terminated the accord last month, leaving France with no military presence in the Sahel region, following similar withdrawals from Mali, Burkina Faso, and ...
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44% Bias Score
Armenia and US Finalize Strategic Partnership Agreement
Armenia and the United States are on the verge of signing a strategic partnership agreement, potentially strengthening Armenia's security and stability, expanding upon previous collaborations in defense and economic sectors.
Armenia and US Finalize Strategic Partnership Agreement
Armenia and the United States are on the verge of signing a strategic partnership agreement, potentially strengthening Armenia's security and stability, expanding upon previous collaborations in defense and economic sectors.
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40% Bias Score
Ivory Coast Withdraws French Troops Amidst Broader Shift in Franco-African Relations
Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara announced the withdrawal of approximately 600 French troops, starting in January 2024, as part of a broader trend of West African nations reducing military ties with France, impacting regional security and geopolitical dynamics.
Ivory Coast Withdraws French Troops Amidst Broader Shift in Franco-African Relations
Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara announced the withdrawal of approximately 600 French troops, starting in January 2024, as part of a broader trend of West African nations reducing military ties with France, impacting regional security and geopolitical dynamics.
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44% Bias Score
France Begins Military Withdrawal From Chad
France has begun withdrawing its military forces from Chad, handing over its base at Faya-Largeau following Chad's decision to end military cooperation; the withdrawal coincides with upcoming Chadian elections and reflects broader shifts in the Sahel region.
France Begins Military Withdrawal From Chad
France has begun withdrawing its military forces from Chad, handing over its base at Faya-Largeau following Chad's decision to end military cooperation; the withdrawal coincides with upcoming Chadian elections and reflects broader shifts in the Sahel region.
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44% Bias Score
North Korea Sends More Troops and Weapons to Russia
South Korea reports that North Korea is sending additional troops and weapons, including kamikaze drones, to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine, escalating military cooperation between the two nations and increasing concerns for regional stability.
North Korea Sends More Troops and Weapons to Russia
South Korea reports that North Korea is sending additional troops and weapons, including kamikaze drones, to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine, escalating military cooperation between the two nations and increasing concerns for regional stability.
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40% Bias Score
Over 1,100 North Korean Casualties Reported in Ukraine
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff reported on December 23rd that over 1,100 North Korean soldiers have been killed or injured fighting in Ukraine alongside Russia, out of approximately 10,000 deployed; North Korea is also supplying Russia with drones and artillery, and preparing to send more troop...
Over 1,100 North Korean Casualties Reported in Ukraine
South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff reported on December 23rd that over 1,100 North Korean soldiers have been killed or injured fighting in Ukraine alongside Russia, out of approximately 10,000 deployed; North Korea is also supplying Russia with drones and artillery, and preparing to send more troop...
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36% Bias Score
Macron's Djibouti-Ethiopia Visit Signals Shift in France's African Policy
French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Djibouti on December 20th for Christmas with French troops, followed by a trip to Ethiopia on December 21st to discuss regional stability and inaugurate a renovated national palace, reflecting France's evolving African partnerships.
Macron's Djibouti-Ethiopia Visit Signals Shift in France's African Policy
French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Djibouti on December 20th for Christmas with French troops, followed by a trip to Ethiopia on December 21st to discuss regional stability and inaugurate a renovated national palace, reflecting France's evolving African partnerships.
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44% Bias Score