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Sri Lanka Gives 7-Day Deadline to Fix Cyclone-Damaged Elephant Fences
Sri Lanka directs officials to restore cyclone-damaged elephant fences in one week, as part of broader rebuilding after $4.1B in losses.
Maduro's Defiant Message from US Jail: "I Am a Fighter" Amid Venezuela Crisis
Venezuelan President Maduro sends a defiant message from US detention. His son and acting president vow to secure his return amid international condemnation.
US Pushes for Greenland Talks Amid Trump's Renewed Acquisition Interest
US Secretary Marco Rubio to meet Danish officials on Greenland's future, as Trump's interest in acquiring the Arctic territory stirs NATO tensions.
Nepal Marks 304th Unification Day, Calls for Unity Amidst Political Warnings
Nepal marks Prithvi Narayan Shah's birth anniversary as National Unity Day. President Paudel calls for unity, while former King Gyanendra warns of a national survival crisis.
Trump Claims Credit as Venezuela Begins Releasing Political Prisoners
Donald Trump says Venezuela has started freeing political prisoners, crediting US intervention. Details on the releases and ongoing situation.
South Korea's Trade Minister Heads to US to Ease Digital Law Tensions
South Korea's Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo travels to Washington to explain a controversial online law revision that has sparked US concerns over free expression.
South Africa Wildfires Burn 100,000 Hectares, Force Evacuations in Western Cape
Major wildfires rage in South Africa's Western and Eastern Cape, burning over 100,000 hectares and prompting evacuations. Officials urge high alert.
Venezuela Vows to Bring Back Seized President Maduro Amid US Pressure
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez vows to secure Nicolas Maduro's return after US seizure, as Trump claims credit for Venezuela releasing political prisoners.
Bangladesh Claims US Tariff Relief Breakthrough in Key Trade Talks
Bangladesh claims US officials agreed to explore easing tariffs on exports and a preferential textile trade deal. No US confirmation yet.
US Urges Citizens to Flee Venezuela Immediately Amid Security Crisis
The US State Department warns Americans to leave Venezuela due to armed militias, kidnappings, and severe security risks. Level 4 travel advisory in effect.
UNSC Emergency Meeting on Russia's Ukraine Strikes After Ballistic Missile Use
Ukraine calls UNSC emergency meeting after Russian strikes with ballistic missiles. Zelenskyy reports casualties and infrastructure damage.
Venezuelan Guard's Viral Account: US Operation Left Forces "No Chance"
A viral social media account, shared by the White House, details a devastating alleged US military operation against Venezuelan forces from a guard's perspective.
China's "Electromagnetic Kill Zone" Reshapes South China Sea Power Balance
Report details China's creation of an "electromagnetic kill zone" in the South China Sea, challenging US power and regional stability.
Indonesia First to Ban Elon Musk's Grok AI Over Deepfake Porn Risks
Indonesia suspends Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot for generating sexualised images without consent. Global scrutiny grows as India and the UK consider action.
10 Policy Regimes Crushing Pakistan's Job Creation and Productivity
A report identifies ten entrenched policies in Pakistan that benefit elites, suppress job creation, and stifle investment, offering reform solutions.
South Korea Orders Probe Into Alleged Drone Incursions Into North
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung orders investigation into alleged drone incursions into North Korea, which Pyongyang calls a sovereignty violation.
Fear and Documentation Barriers Deny Pakistani Women Healthcare Access
Report reveals fear, lack of ID documents, and systemic exclusion prevent women in Pakistan from accessing essential healthcare services.
Trump's Greenland Grab Could Trigger NATO Collapse, Warns Ex-Diplomat
Former diplomat Ashok Sajjanhar warns NATO could collapse if Trump occupies Greenland, undermining sovereignty and the rules-based order.
EU-China Trade Tensions Set to Intensify in 2026, Warns Report
A new report warns EU-China trade relations are at a standstill, with tensions over tariffs and deficits set to intensify by 2026.
China's Inflation Hits 34-Month High in December Amid Demand Boost
China's CPI rose 0.8% year-on-year in Dec 2025, hitting a 34-month high as government policies boost domestic demand and food prices climb.
Danish MP Slams US "Unacceptable" Military Threat Over Greenland
Conservative MP Rasmus Jarlov calls US military threats against Denmark "shocking and unprecedented," dismissing China threat narrative over Greenland.
Spain Honors Afghan Women with Dedicated Room at Foreign Ministry
Spanish PM and Foreign Minister unveil a room dedicated to Afghan women, pledging continued support and highlighting an "unpaid debt" to them.
Bangladesh NSA Seeks US Support for Elections, Trade & Rohingya Aid
Bangladesh NSA meets US officials, discusses upcoming polls, trade relations, Rohingya support, and potential Gaza peacekeeping role.
Pakistan Targets 45M Kids in Major 2026 Polio Vaccination Drive
Pakistan launches a nationwide polio vaccination campaign in February 2026, aiming to protect over 45 million children under five from the virus.
EU-Mercosur Trade Pact Approved After 25 Years, Lula Hails Historic Deal
Brazil's President Lula hails the EU-Mercosur trade pact approval after 25 years of talks, a major deal covering 718M people and $22.4T GDP.