Central Asian heads of state gather in Washington for Trump meeting
“Since Trump’s return… human rights issues have taken a back seat.”
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Trump administration faces scrutiny in Supreme Court over tariff authority
“We don’t contend that what’s being exercised here is the power to tax,” Sauer said.
China bars foreign AI chips from government-backed data centres – sources
AI data centre projects in China have drawn over $100 billion in state funding since 2021
EU ministers endorse plan to cut emissions by 90%
: “Ministers agreed to a 90% cut in EU greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Iran frees French duo after diplomatic talks with Macron
“I welcome this first step. The dialogue continues to enable their return to France as quickly as possible.” — President Emmanuel Macron.
2 Ethiopian illegals, including killer of Indian national, arrested in Jeddah
Two Ethiopians held in Jeddah, one accused of killing Indian national
Nigeria, EU and France sign €10.2m deal to boost local drug manufacturing
Nigeria, the EU and France have sealed a €10.2 million partnership under the MAV+ initiative to boost local pharmaceutical manufacturing, strengthen NIPRD’s capacity, and improve access to affordable, quality medicines.
UK train attack not terrorism-related, say police after arrests
Police have ruled out terrorism after a mass stabbing on a London-bound train that left two people in critical condition. Two British men were arrested within minutes of the attack.
Kwankwaso speaks on Trump’s invasion threat, urges diplomatic caution
“The insecurity we face does not distinguish based on religious, ethnic, or political beliefs.”
Thailand death camp: Imo family cries for justice as son dies in Myanmar job scam centre
“Obinna and other young men across Africa were invited by the company in Myanmar in Thailand to work in a factory job.”