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Kim Jong-un 'Furious' at Putin Over Use of North Korean Troops as 'Cannon Fodder': Report
Tensions are reportedly brewing between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Russian President Vladimir Putin over the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine. According to a Kremlin insider cited on Telegram, Kim is "disappointed" with the high casualties among his forces and has no plans to increase his support for Moscow's military campaign. 
Tensions are reportedly brewing between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Russian President Vladimir Putin over the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine. According to a Kremlin insider cited on Telegram, Kim is "disappointed" with the high casualties among his forces and has no plans to increase his support for Moscow's military campaign. -
South Korean President Declares Emergency Martial Law, Accuses Opposition of Anti-State Activities
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law in a shocking late-night televised address on Tuesday, accusing the opposition Democratic Party of anti-state activities and paralyzing the government. The announcement marks a significant escalation in the country's political crisis and has drawn sharp criticism from both political allies and rivals. 
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law in a shocking late-night televised address on Tuesday, accusing the opposition Democratic Party of anti-state activities and paralyzing the government. The announcement marks a significant escalation in the country's political crisis and has drawn sharp criticism from both political allies and rivals. -
Putin-Backed Program Stole 314 Ukrainian Children, Yale Report Alleges
A scathing report from Yale University's Humanitarian Research Lab has detailed a Kremlin-backed program involving the forced deportation, re-education, and adoption of Ukrainian children. The program, which allegedly operates under the direct support of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has raised new allegations of war crimes and potential crimes against humanity. 
A scathing report from Yale University's Humanitarian Research Lab has detailed a Kremlin-backed program involving the forced deportation, re-education, and adoption of Ukrainian children. The program, which allegedly operates under the direct support of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has raised new allegations of war crimes and potential crimes against humanity. -
Russian and Syrian Airstrikes Leave 25 Dead in Aleppo, Including 10 Children
At least 25 civilians, including 10 children and four women, were killed on Sunday as Russian and Syrian airstrikes targeted rebel-held areas in Aleppo and Idlib, according to the White Helmets. The attacks come as fierce battles erupt between Syrian government forces, backed by Russia, and a coalition of rebel groups led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), an Islamist group designated as a terrorist organization by the United States. 
At least 25 civilians, including 10 children and four women, were killed on Sunday as Russian and Syrian airstrikes targeted rebel-held areas in Aleppo and Idlib, according to the White Helmets. The attacks come as fierce battles erupt between Syrian government forces, backed by Russia, and a coalition of rebel groups led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), an Islamist group designated as a terrorist organization by the United States. -
North Korean Troops in Russia Will Be 'Cannon Fodder' in Ukraine Conflict, Zelensky Warns
Zelensky said Russia was treating the North Korean troops well in an effort to attract more recruits but warned that the favorable treatment would not last. He noted that it was "indisputable" that Russian President Vladimir Putin would eventually send these soldiers to the front lines, using them as "cannon fodder." 
Zelensky said Russia was treating the North Korean troops well in an effort to attract more recruits but warned that the favorable treatment would not last. He noted that it was "indisputable" that Russian President Vladimir Putin would eventually send these soldiers to the front lines, using them as "cannon fodder." -
Iranian-Backed Militias Enter Syria Amid Insurgent Gains in Aleppo
Iran-backed Iraqi militias crossed into Syria overnight, reinforcing embattled Syrian government forces following a major insurgent offensive that has left Aleppo, the country's second-largest city, under the control of Islamist militants. The escalation has further destabilized a region already beset by conflict, raising fears of broader international involvement. 
Iran-backed Iraqi militias crossed into Syria overnight, reinforcing embattled Syrian government forces following a major insurgent offensive that has left Aleppo, the country's second-largest city, under the control of Islamist militants. The escalation has further destabilized a region already beset by conflict, raising fears of broader international involvement. -
Philippine Navy Tracks Russian Submarine in South China Sea
The Philippine military deployed naval and air forces last week to shadow a Russian submarine traversing the South China Sea near the country's western coast, sparking concern amid heightened tensions in the contested waters. The 74-meter-long vessel, armed with missiles capable of traveling 12,000 kilometers, was identified en route to Vladivostok after participating in joint exercises with the Malaysian navy, according to Jonathan Malaya, assistant director-general of the Philippine National Security Council. 
The Philippine military deployed naval and air forces last week to shadow a Russian submarine traversing the South China Sea near the country's western coast, sparking concern amid heightened tensions in the contested waters. The 74-meter-long vessel, armed with missiles capable of traveling 12,000 kilometers, was identified en route to Vladivostok after participating in joint exercises with the Malaysian navy, according to Jonathan Malaya, assistant director-general of the Philippine National Security Council. -
Biden Administration Rules Out Nuclear Weapons for Ukraine
The Biden administration has made it clear that returning nuclear weapons to Ukraine is not on the table, emphasizing that its focus remains on providing conventional military support to Kyiv in its ongoing war against Russia. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan addressed the matter on Sunday, dismissing reports that such a drastic step was under consideration. 
The Biden administration has made it clear that returning nuclear weapons to Ukraine is not on the table, emphasizing that its focus remains on providing conventional military support to Kyiv in its ongoing war against Russia. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan addressed the matter on Sunday, dismissing reports that such a drastic step was under consideration. -
Putin Approves Record Defense Budget Amid EU Pledge of Continued Ukraine Support
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed off on a 2025 budget that dedicates a record-breaking 32.5% of its spending, or more than $145 billion, to national defense. The increase underscores Moscow's determination to sustain its military campaign in Ukraine, Europe's largest conflict since World War II. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed off on a 2025 budget that dedicates a record-breaking 32.5% of its spending, or more than $145 billion, to national defense. The increase underscores Moscow's determination to sustain its military campaign in Ukraine, Europe's largest conflict since World War II. -
Israel Targets Hezbollah Weapons Smuggling Sites in Syria, Testing Fragile Ceasefire
Israeli airstrikes targeted Hezbollah weapons smuggling sites along Syria's border with Lebanon on Saturday, the Israeli military announced, citing violations of a fragile ceasefire. The strikes, which Israeli officials claim were necessary to stop weapons transfers to Lebanon, underscore the tenuous nature of the truce brokered by the United States and France just days earlier. There was no immediate comment from Hezbollah, Syrian authorities, or conflict monitors in Syria. 
Israeli airstrikes targeted Hezbollah weapons smuggling sites along Syria's border with Lebanon on Saturday, the Israeli military announced, citing violations of a fragile ceasefire. The strikes, which Israeli officials claim were necessary to stop weapons transfers to Lebanon, underscore the tenuous nature of the truce brokered by the United States and France just days earlier. There was no immediate comment from Hezbollah, Syrian authorities, or conflict monitors in Syria.
