Post-Assad Syria: Power Struggles and International Negotiations
Following Bashar al-Assad's removal in Syria, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Abu Muhammad al-Julani is negotiating Syria's future with international and national groups, while the US mediates talks between Turkey-backed SNA and PYD/SDF over Northeast Syria's future, including the Suleiman Shah ma...
Post-Assad Syria: Power Struggles and International Negotiations
Following Bashar al-Assad's removal in Syria, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Abu Muhammad al-Julani is negotiating Syria's future with international and national groups, while the US mediates talks between Turkey-backed SNA and PYD/SDF over Northeast Syria's future, including the Suleiman Shah ma...
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48% Bias Score
Mauritius Rejects UK Chagos Islands Deal, Future Uncertain
Mauritius's new prime minister rejected a UK deal to cede sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, restarting negotiations for a more financially beneficial agreement; the deal's future hinges on whether it's finalized before the US presidential inauguration, with the incoming administration expressing ...
Mauritius Rejects UK Chagos Islands Deal, Future Uncertain
Mauritius's new prime minister rejected a UK deal to cede sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, restarting negotiations for a more financially beneficial agreement; the deal's future hinges on whether it's finalized before the US presidential inauguration, with the incoming administration expressing ...
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44% Bias Score
Global Central Banks Set Interest Rates Amidst Mixed Economic Indicators
This week, major central banks will set interest rates, while PMIs for key economies show varied performances. The US Fed is expected to cut rates, whereas the BoJ might increase its rates, and the BoE will likely maintain its policy rate.
Global Central Banks Set Interest Rates Amidst Mixed Economic Indicators
This week, major central banks will set interest rates, while PMIs for key economies show varied performances. The US Fed is expected to cut rates, whereas the BoJ might increase its rates, and the BoE will likely maintain its policy rate.
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44% Bias Score
Ontario Threatens U.S. Energy Exports Amid Trade Tensions
Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatened to cut electricity exports to the U.S., primarily to Michigan and New York, in response to President Trump's threatened tariffs on Canadian goods, potentially impacting millions of American homes and increasing costs and reducing grid reliability for all particip...
Ontario Threatens U.S. Energy Exports Amid Trade Tensions
Ontario Premier Doug Ford threatened to cut electricity exports to the U.S., primarily to Michigan and New York, in response to President Trump's threatened tariffs on Canadian goods, potentially impacting millions of American homes and increasing costs and reducing grid reliability for all particip...
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60% Bias Score
Gallant's Washington Event Canceled Over Security Concerns
Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's speaking event at Washington's Adas Israel Congregation was canceled last Monday due to unspecified security concerns, sparking criticism from former ambassadors Michael Oren and David Friedman, while others defended the synagogue's decision.
Gallant's Washington Event Canceled Over Security Concerns
Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant's speaking event at Washington's Adas Israel Congregation was canceled last Monday due to unspecified security concerns, sparking criticism from former ambassadors Michael Oren and David Friedman, while others defended the synagogue's decision.
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48% Bias Score
Syria: Assad's Fall Creates Power Vacuum, ISIS Resurgence, and Russia's HTS Engagement
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has created a power vacuum, enabling ISIS resurgence and prompting Russia to engage directly with the HTS rebel group; an Aqaba summit will address the crisis, while the UK will continue talks with HTS despite its terror designation.
Syria: Assad's Fall Creates Power Vacuum, ISIS Resurgence, and Russia's HTS Engagement
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has created a power vacuum, enabling ISIS resurgence and prompting Russia to engage directly with the HTS rebel group; an Aqaba summit will address the crisis, while the UK will continue talks with HTS despite its terror designation.
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40% Bias Score
South Korea's Political Crisis: Impeachment of President Yoon and Regional Implications
South Korea faces political turmoil after President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law declaration and subsequent impeachment proceedings, raising concerns about regional stability and the future of key alliances.
South Korea's Political Crisis: Impeachment of President Yoon and Regional Implications
South Korea faces political turmoil after President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law declaration and subsequent impeachment proceedings, raising concerns about regional stability and the future of key alliances.
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52% Bias Score
UK Confirms Diplomatic Contact with Syrian Rebel Group HTS
The UK government confirmed diplomatic contact with the Syrian rebel group Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), despite its terrorist listing, following a similar US announcement; a £50 million aid package for vulnerable Syrians was also revealed.
UK Confirms Diplomatic Contact with Syrian Rebel Group HTS
The UK government confirmed diplomatic contact with the Syrian rebel group Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), despite its terrorist listing, following a similar US announcement; a £50 million aid package for vulnerable Syrians was also revealed.
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48% Bias Score
Lagarde Warns of US Trade Policy Risks to EU Economy
ECB President Christine Lagarde warned on Monday that US trade policies under President-elect Donald Trump could negatively impact the EU economy, citing potential tariffs and geopolitical risks as factors that could slow growth. She also hinted at further interest rate cuts if inflation continues t...
Lagarde Warns of US Trade Policy Risks to EU Economy
ECB President Christine Lagarde warned on Monday that US trade policies under President-elect Donald Trump could negatively impact the EU economy, citing potential tariffs and geopolitical risks as factors that could slow growth. She also hinted at further interest rate cuts if inflation continues t...
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48% Bias Score
Turkey's Syria Offensive Displaces Tens of Thousands of Kurds, Risks Dam Failure
Turkey's offensive in northern Syria, backed by the SNA, has displaced tens of thousands of Kurds, seizing Manbij and attacking the Tishreen Dam, creating a humanitarian crisis. Despite US backing of the SDF, inaction allows Turkey to expand its influence, displacing Kurds and potentially causing a ...
Turkey's Syria Offensive Displaces Tens of Thousands of Kurds, Risks Dam Failure
Turkey's offensive in northern Syria, backed by the SNA, has displaced tens of thousands of Kurds, seizing Manbij and attacking the Tishreen Dam, creating a humanitarian crisis. Despite US backing of the SDF, inaction allows Turkey to expand its influence, displacing Kurds and potentially causing a ...
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48% Bias Score
Rising Inflation Spurs Investor Concerns, Increasing Interest in Gold
US inflation rose 2.7% in November, marking the second consecutive monthly increase after a period of cooling inflation, prompting concerns among investors and consumers about the potential impact on their finances and portfolios, leading some to consider gold as a hedge against inflation.
Rising Inflation Spurs Investor Concerns, Increasing Interest in Gold
US inflation rose 2.7% in November, marking the second consecutive monthly increase after a period of cooling inflation, prompting concerns among investors and consumers about the potential impact on their finances and portfolios, leading some to consider gold as a hedge against inflation.
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56% Bias Score
HTS Calls for Peaceful Syrian Celebrations as G7 Backs Inclusive Transition
HTS leader Ahmad al Sharaa called for peaceful celebrations in Syria after Friday prayers following Bashar al-Assad's fall; the G7 pledged support for an inclusive transitional government, while HTS seeks to improve its image internationally despite ongoing conflicts in northern Syria.
HTS Calls for Peaceful Syrian Celebrations as G7 Backs Inclusive Transition
HTS leader Ahmad al Sharaa called for peaceful celebrations in Syria after Friday prayers following Bashar al-Assad's fall; the G7 pledged support for an inclusive transitional government, while HTS seeks to improve its image internationally despite ongoing conflicts in northern Syria.
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40% Bias Score