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Sudan's Forgotten Crisis: The Human Cost of Darfur's Fall

December 20, 2025

The recent takeover of El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has intensified the ongoing civil war in Sudan. This conflict, raging for nearly three years, has reached a grim turning point with the RSF gaining near-total control of the region. The RSF's brutal act

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Ukraine's Fight: Missiles, Talks, and Money

December 20, 2025

In the midst of ongoing conflict, Ukraine faces both destruction and diplomatic efforts. A Russian missile strike hit the port of Odesa, killing eight and injuring 27. This attack happened just as a Russian representative was preparing to meet with U. S. officials in Florida to discuss a potential p

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Gaza's Future: New Leaders and Soldiers on the Way

December 20, 2025

The U. S. has big plans for Gaza. They want to set up new leaders and bring in soldiers from other countries. This is all to keep the peace after a shaky truce. The U. S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, talked about this at a recent press event. He said the current situation in Gaza is not working

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Bangladesh Faces Turmoil: Youth Leader's Death Sparks Nationwide Unrest

December 20, 2025

Bangladesh is on high alert. Police and paramilitary forces are out in full force in Dhaka. They are preparing for the funeral of a young leader. His name is Sharif Osman Hadi. He was a key figure in the student-led uprising. This uprising toppled the longtime Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, last yea

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Ukraine's Financial Lifeline: EU Steps Up with a Massive Loan

December 20, 2025

Ukraine is getting a big financial boost from the European Union (EU). The EU has decided to lend Ukraine 90 billion euros over the next two years. This money is crucial for Ukraine, which has been struggling financially since the Russian invasion in 2022. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is h

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Lawmaker Challenges FAA on Funding Cuts for Airport Solar Project

December 20, 2025

Rep. Andre Carson recently questioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about cuts to aviation grants, specifically targeting the termination of funds for a solar farm upgrade at Indianapolis International Airport. He argued that these cuts, made under the Department of Government Efficiency

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A New Leader for NASA: Jared Isaacman's Vision for Space Exploration

December 20, 2025

Jared Isaacman, a successful entrepreneur, has taken the reins as NASA's new chief. His journey to this role was not straightforward. Initially nominated by President Donald Trump, his nomination was withdrawn, only to be reinstated later. Isaacman is no stranger to space. He led the first all-civil

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U. S. and Taiwan Strengthen Defense Ties Amid Rising Tensions

December 20, 2025

The United States has recently announced a significant arms deal with Taiwan, valued at $11. 1 billion. This package includes advanced weaponry like High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and M109 self-propelled howitzers, along with anti-tank missiles and loitering munitions. This deal ma

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How Trump's Venezuela Move Could Backfire on Taiwan

December 20, 2025

Trump's recent move to block Venezuelan oil tankers is a big deal. It's a strong step against Venezuela's President Maduro. But it might not be the smartest move for the U. S. in the long run. The U. S. has been worried about China for a while. China might try to block Taiwan by sea. If that happen

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Czech Ammo Plan for Ukraine: What's Next?

December 20, 2025

The Czech Republic's plan to supply Ukraine with artillery shells is in a bit of a limbo. The new government, led by Prime Minister Andrej Babis, has been talking about cutting back on military aid. This has raised questions about the future of the Czech-led ammunition scheme. Before becoming prime