Secret supply chain wars: How nations play high-tech hide and seek
From Cold War tricks to modern cyber-attacks nations keep finding ways to mess with each others tech supplies. Recent events show how digital age made these games more complex than ever
Justice Department's secret phone record grabs during Trump years exposed in new report
DOJ watchdog finds prosecutors broke rules when collecting journalists and staffers phone data during Trump-era leak probes. Google had to tell targets about secret record grabs
Three Trump allies hit with new charges in Wisconsin election case
Wisconsin legal system expands charges against three people from Trumpʼs 2020 campaign team. Former presidentʼs associates now deal with multiple felony counts related to post-election actions
US sets strict terms for future Syrian leadership change
Biden team outlines key demands for new Syrian administration including weapons disposal and rights protection. US ready for talks with local groups despite previous restrictions
US launches major probe into Nicaragua, trade deal hangs in balance
US Trade Representative starts year-long check of Nicaraguaʼs human-rights situation. Investigation could affect long-standing trade partnership between both nations
New report shows how Trump-era DOJ tracked Congress members' messages
Inspector Generalʼs report uncovers wide-ranging surveillance of Congress staff during Trump administration. Investigation scope turned out bigger than anyone knew before
Spanish flood tragedy shows how government systems fail when nature strikes
Recent floods in Valencia caused massive destruction and took many lives while exposing gaps in Spainʼs emergency response system. Political fights between regional and central authorities made things worse
Spanish flood tragedy shows how politicians ignored crucial warning signs
Recent floods in Valencia took hundreds of lives and caused widespread destruction. Local and national leaders failed to act on clear warnings while emergency response systems showed major weak-points
South Korean leader's sudden martial law triggers international policy meltdown
South Korean Presidentʼs recent martial law declaration puts his foreign policy achievements at risk. His Washington-praised approach to Japan relations and regional security now faces an uncertain future due to domestic turmoil
K-pop fans transform South Korean street protests with modern light show
South Korean protesters swap traditional candles for K-pop light sticks in mass demonstrations against president. Young fans unite different fandoms to create tech-savvy protest movement in Seoul
South Korean parliament cuts budget plan, forcing president into tight spot
South Korean lawmakers passed a reduced budget for 2025 without government approval creating first-ever such case. The move follows recent martial-law drama and sets stage for economic policy shake-up
Russian official explains how Putin's military action in Ukraine might end
Kremlin clarifies conditions for ending Ukraine military operation through force or talks. Ukraineʼs leader suggests new peace-keeping idea while Russia states its non-negotiable terms
Malaysian ex-PM Najib's mysterious home detention order creates political puzzle
Former Malaysian leader Najib Razak claims special royal order lets him serve jail time at home. Current PM Anwar Ibrahim stays silent on this matter while courts prepare to review the case next month
South Korean president's sudden power grab destroys years of diplomatic work
A shocking martial-law declaration by South Koreaʼs leader puts an end to two years of careful international diplomacy. His domestic failures and low approval ratings led to desperate measures that will affect relations with Japan
Welsh island monastery leader addresses dark past of deceased monk
A review of historic abuse at Caldey Island monastery brings shocking findings to light. The islandʼs abbey head acknowledges decades-old wrongdoings of a former monk who passed away in early 90s
Russian lawmakers take first step to change rules about terrorist groups
Russian parliament moved forward with new law-making process that could affect how country deals with certain organizations. First approval happened but more steps needed before final decision
Pacific nations caught between US billions and rising superpower tension
US-PNG defense deal worth $3. 5B brings new infrastructure but raises regional concerns. Pacific leaders try to keep balance between US-China interests while dealing with upcoming political changes
Indian opposition makes unprecedented move against Vice President Dhankhar
Opposition parties in India started first-ever impeachment process against Vice President Dhankhar over his upper house leadership style. The move adds more complexity to already tense parliament relations
Trump plans to flip Justice Department's role in diversity policies next month
The next administration wants to use civil-rights laws against diversity programs in companies and schools. Justice Department might start investigating racial equity policies at institutions getting federal money
Poland's new leader hints at major Ukraine talks as EU role approaches
Polish head of government points to possible Ukraine peace talks in coming months. As Poland prepares to lead EU council his statement suggests significant diplomatic moves ahead
Poland takes lead in pushing for Ukraine-Russia peace talks this winter
Poland steps up its diplomatic role as it prepares to lead EU presidency next month. **Donald Tusk** announces series of high-level meetings with European leaders to discuss potential peace negotiations
French military starts quick exit from Chad after surprise defense pact end
French forces begin leaving Chad after unexpected end of defense agreement two weeks ago. First warplanes already left NʼDjamena base marking start of full military withdrawal from Sahel region
Serbian leader points finger at foreign agencies amid street demonstrations
Serbian head-of-state takes firm position against external meddling in countryʼs affairs. His recent social-media post strongly defends commitment to national interests during protest period
Breaking: Austrian leader announces support plan after Syrian regime collapse
Damascus falls to opposition forces as Assad flees Syrian capital. Austriaʼs chancellor announces new policy for Syrian nationals while halting asylum application processing
Tehran stops working: Massive shutdown hits Iran's biggest city
Iranian officials shut down Tehranʼs public institutions due to dangerous air conditions. The mega-city with more than 10 million people moves its activities to online platforms
Israeli leader prepares to face judges: What's behind Netanyahu's legal battle
**Benjamin Netanyahu** faces court tomorrow in a long-running legal case about alleged gifts and media deals. Three separate cases from about 5 years ago put the Israeli PM in a tough spot
Rich property mogul dumps Tories for Farage's growing political movement
British property developer with deep pockets switches political sides to boost Reform UKʼs chances. Former Conservative donor aims to reshape political landscape before next national vote
UK teams up with Germany to stop dangerous Channel crossings
British and German officials signed new anti-smuggling deal aimed at Channel boat crossings. Agreement focuses on sharing intel and making changes to German law to stop storage of boats used for crossings
Brazilian leader's sudden brain surgery raises questions about political future
79-year-old **Lula** needed emergency operation due to head injury complications from fall. Brazilʼs president remains in ICU under medical supervision while vice-president handles state duties
Teen predator confesses role in tragic Discord live-stream death
A disturbing story of how a troubled Minnesota man met his end on a mountain in Kyrgyzstan‚ pushed by a teen member of an online hate group. The case shows how social-media can turn deadly