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Dozens of Russian Mercenaries Killed in Mali Ambush as Rebels Strike Back with Ukrainian Intel
In a catastrophic incident for Russian paramilitary forces, dozens of Russian mercenaries were killed in a rebel ambush in northern Mali, marking their worst known loss in Africa. The attack, which unfolded last week near the Algerian border, has sent shockwaves through the region and posed significant questions about Russia's proxy strategy in the Sahel. 
In a catastrophic incident for Russian paramilitary forces, dozens of Russian mercenaries were killed in a rebel ambush in northern Mali, marking their worst known loss in Africa. The attack, which unfolded last week near the Algerian border, has sent shockwaves through the region and posed significant questions about Russia's proxy strategy in the Sahel. -
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un's Weight Gain Spurs Medical Search Abroad
According to South Korean lawmakers Lee Seong-Kwuen and Park Sunwon, who briefed the media on Tuesday, the 40-year-old dictator now weighs approximately 308 pounds, his heaviest ever, placing him at a high risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. 
According to South Korean lawmakers Lee Seong-Kwuen and Park Sunwon, who briefed the media on Tuesday, the 40-year-old dictator now weighs approximately 308 pounds, his heaviest ever, placing him at a high risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. -
Venezuelan Opposition Unveils Proof of Election Fraud Amid Mass Protests
As thousands of Venezuelans took to the streets in protest, opposition candidate Edmundo González announced on Monday that his campaign has concrete evidence proving his victory in the highly contested election, which electoral authorities had declared a win for President Nicolás Maduro. González, alongside opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, asserted that they possess more than 70% of the tally sheets from Sunday's election, showing González with more than double the votes of Maduro. 
As thousands of Venezuelans took to the streets in protest, opposition candidate Edmundo González announced on Monday that his campaign has concrete evidence proving his victory in the highly contested election, which electoral authorities had declared a win for President Nicolás Maduro. González, alongside opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, asserted that they possess more than 70% of the tally sheets from Sunday's election, showing González with more than double the votes of Maduro. -
Israeli Military Investigates Alleged Abuse of Palestinian Detainee Amid Political Outcry
Israel's military has launched an investigation into the suspected abuse of a Palestinian detainee at a detention camp used for prisoners captured during the Gaza war. This move has sparked a significant backlash from right-wing protesters and politicians. 
Israel's military has launched an investigation into the suspected abuse of a Palestinian detainee at a detention camp used for prisoners captured during the Gaza war. This move has sparked a significant backlash from right-wing protesters and politicians. -
South Africa's Former President Jacob Zuma Ousted from ANC Over Rival Party Support
South Africa's former President Jacob Zuma has been expelled from the African National Congress (ANC), the very party he once led. This significant development comes after Zuma's controversial support for a rival political faction, the uMkhonto WeSizwe (MK) Party, which he endorsed during the recent general elections. The ANC's decision to expel Zuma marks a crucial point in the nation's political dynamics, highlighting the internal strife within one of Africa's oldest liberation movements. 
South Africa's former President Jacob Zuma has been expelled from the African National Congress (ANC), the very party he once led. This significant development comes after Zuma's controversial support for a rival political faction, the uMkhonto WeSizwe (MK) Party, which he endorsed during the recent general elections. The ANC's decision to expel Zuma marks a crucial point in the nation's political dynamics, highlighting the internal strife within one of Africa's oldest liberation movements. -
UK Treasury Chief to Announce Major Spending Cuts, Blames Conservative Government for $26 Billion Cover-Up
Britain's new Labour government, under Treasury chief Rachel Reeves, is set to announce significant spending cuts on Monday, citing a newly identified £20 billion ($26 billion) shortfall in public finances. The shortfall, which Reeves attributes to the former Conservative administration's fiscal mismanagement, has led to the cancellation or postponement of several major transport projects. 
Britain's new Labour government, under Treasury chief Rachel Reeves, is set to announce significant spending cuts on Monday, citing a newly identified £20 billion ($26 billion) shortfall in public finances. The shortfall, which Reeves attributes to the former Conservative administration's fiscal mismanagement, has led to the cancellation or postponement of several major transport projects. -
Israeli Officials Aim to Avoid All-Out War in Lebanon Retaliation
In the wake of a devastating rocket strike on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, Israeli officials are navigating a delicate balance between retaliating against Hezbollah and avoiding a broader conflict. The strike, which killed 12 children and teenagers, has heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, raising fears of a potential all-out war in the region. 
In the wake of a devastating rocket strike on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, Israeli officials are navigating a delicate balance between retaliating against Hezbollah and avoiding a broader conflict. The strike, which killed 12 children and teenagers, has heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, raising fears of a potential all-out war in the region. -
Venezuelan Presidential Standoff: Both President Nicolás Maduro and The Opposition Declare Win, U.S. Expresses Serious Concerns
Venezuela's recent presidential election has plunged the country into a high-stakes standoff, with both President Nicolás Maduro and the opposition claiming victory. The contentious election, which many Venezuelans viewed as their best chance to end 25 years of single-party rule, has drawn significant international attention and skepticism. 
Venezuela's recent presidential election has plunged the country into a high-stakes standoff, with both President Nicolás Maduro and the opposition claiming victory. The contentious election, which many Venezuelans viewed as their best chance to end 25 years of single-party rule, has drawn significant international attention and skepticism. -
Putin Threatens to Station Nuclear Missiles Near Western Borders if U.S. Proceeds with German Deployment
In a stark warning reminiscent of Cold War-era tensions, Russian President Vladimir Putin has cautioned the United States against deploying long-range missiles in Germany, signaling that such actions would provoke Russia to station similar nuclear-capable missiles closer to Western borders. The warning comes amid escalating geopolitical friction between the two nuclear powers. 
In a stark warning reminiscent of Cold War-era tensions, Russian President Vladimir Putin has cautioned the United States against deploying long-range missiles in Germany, signaling that such actions would provoke Russia to station similar nuclear-capable missiles closer to Western borders. The warning comes amid escalating geopolitical friction between the two nuclear powers. -
Hezbollah's Deadly Rocket Attack on Israeli Town Kills 10 Children, Sparks Fears of War
Hezbollah launched a deadly rocket attack on Israel, striking a soccer field in the northern town of Majdal Shams near the Syrian border. The attack, which occurred on Saturday, resulted in at least 10 deaths and 29 injuries, many of them children, according to initial reports. This incident marks the deadliest assault in northern Israel since Hezbollah joined forces with Hamas in the ongoing conflict that began on October 7. 
Hezbollah launched a deadly rocket attack on Israel, striking a soccer field in the northern town of Majdal Shams near the Syrian border. The attack, which occurred on Saturday, resulted in at least 10 deaths and 29 injuries, many of them children, according to initial reports. This incident marks the deadliest assault in northern Israel since Hezbollah joined forces with Hamas in the ongoing conflict that began on October 7.
