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Trump Meets with Brazilian President to Discuss Trade and Tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump held talks with Brazilian President on trade relations and tariff policies. The American president described the meeting as having gone "very well," though specific details of the discussions or any agreements reached were not disclosed. The bilateral meeting reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts between the two largest economies in the Americas as both countries navigate complex trade relationships.

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Federal Court Blocks Trump's Global Tariffs Following Lawsuits

A federal court has blocked new global tariffs imposed by Donald Trump for two companies and Washington State. The ruling came after complaints from small businesses and the state government challenging the tariff measures. The court's verdict could pave the way for additional lawsuits against the U.S. government, potentially opening broader legal challenges to the administration's trade policies.

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Venezuela acknowledges death of political prisoner after nearly a year in custody

Venezuelan authorities have confirmed the death of a political prisoner who had been held in custody for nearly a year. The prisoner's mother had continuously searched for him and demanded his release throughout the period of his detention. The acknowledgment of the death comes after extended efforts by family members to locate the detained individual and secure his freedom from Venezuelan custody.

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US Strikes in Strait of Hormuz as Trump Says Gaza Ceasefire Remains in Effect

The United States launched retaliatory strikes in the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports from the Middle East. President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire agreement in Gaza remains in effect despite the recent military action. The strikes appear to be part of ongoing tensions in the strategically important waterway, which serves as a crucial shipping route for global oil supplies. The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea and has been a frequent flashpoint for regional conflicts involving Iran and its proxies.

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US Strikes Iran During Fragile Ceasefire, Iranian Media Reports Retaliatory Attacks

The United States has launched military strikes against Iranian targets in Bandar Abbas and Qeshm Island during what officials describe as a fragile ceasefire between the two nations. The attacks come at a particularly sensitive time as tensions remain high between Washington and Tehran. Iranian media outlets are reporting explosions in the targeted areas and claiming that retaliatory strikes have been carried out against US naval vessels. The US maintains that these military actions do not constitute an end to the existing ceasefire agreement, though the strikes appear to test the boundaries of the current diplomatic arrangement between the two countries.

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Iran Still Reviewing US Proposal to End War

Iran continues to evaluate an American proposal aimed at ending ongoing hostilities, according to Slovak news agency reports. Multiple media outlets have indicated that the United States and Iran are close to reaching agreement on a 14-point memorandum that would bring an end to the current conflict. The diplomatic discussions represent a potential breakthrough in relations between the two countries, though Iranian officials have not yet provided a final response to the American initiative.

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Spain Confirms Seizure of Record 30 Tons of Cocaine

Spanish authorities confirmed the seizure of a record 30 tons of cocaine in a major drug bust. The operation was conducted in collaboration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Dutch police forces. The international cooperation highlights the scale of the drug trafficking network that was targeted in this unprecedented seizure, which represents one of the largest cocaine busts in European history.

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Two Men Convicted of Spying for China in Britain

A British court has convicted two men of espionage charges related to spying for China. The defendants had posed as police officers or intelligence service members as part of their covert operations. The case represents another example of Chinese intelligence activities targeting Western nations, as governments across Europe have increasingly prosecuted individuals accused of conducting espionage on behalf of Beijing.

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London's Housing Crisis Drives Thousands to Live on Boats

Thousands of Londoners have turned to living on boats moored along the city's waterways as an alternative to increasingly unaffordable traditional housing. Near the busy King's Cross railway station, one of Britain's major transport hubs, hundreds of boats line the slowly flowing canals where residents have made their homes on the water. The phenomenon reflects London's severe housing affordability crisis, with boat living serving different purposes for different people - while some choose the lifestyle for personal identity reasons, others are driven to the water by economic necessity as conventional housing costs continue to soar in the British capital.

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British Police Arrest Man for Allegedly Threatening Prince Andrew

British police have arrested a man for allegedly threatening Prince Andrew, Queen Elizabeth II's second son. The incident occurred Wednesday when a masked individual confronted the former prince while he was walking his dogs. Prince Andrew, who stepped back from royal duties in 2019 following controversy over his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has faced ongoing public scrutiny and legal challenges in recent years.

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Bulgarian Progressive Party Wins Election with 44.6% as Radev Gets Mandate to Form Government

Rumen Radev received a mandate from President Iliana Jotova to form a new government following a decisive electoral victory. The Progressive Bulgaria party secured a commanding win with 44.6 percent of the vote, positioning itself for dominant political control. The electoral triumph marks a significant shift in Bulgarian politics, with Radev now tasked with assembling a governing coalition following the party's strong performance at the polls.

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European Prosecutor's Office Investigates Suspicious Agricultural Subsidies in Croatia

The European Public Prosecutor's Office has opened an investigation into suspicious agricultural subsidies in Croatia. The probe centers on a former advisor at the country's Agricultural Paying Agency, the institution responsible for distributing EU farming subsidies to Croatian producers. The European Public Prosecutor's Office, established in 2017, handles cross-border crimes affecting the EU's financial interests, including fraud involving European funds. Croatia joined the European Union in 2013 and has since received substantial agricultural support through the EU's Common Agricultural Policy.

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New jobless claims rise in United States

The number of new unemployment benefit applications increased in the United States, according to latest data. After the American economy emerged from the pandemic-induced recession, the number of new unemployment claims had stabilized in a range between 200,000 to 250,000 weekly applications.

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Three Women Suspected of ISIS Links Detained Upon Return to Australia

Australian police detained three women suspected of having connections to the Islamic State (ISIS) after they returned to the country. A fourth woman who traveled with the group was not arrested by authorities. The detentions highlight ongoing security concerns about individuals with potential terrorist affiliations returning to Australia from overseas.

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German court convicts couple for stealing 1.9 million euros from parking meters

A German court has convicted a married couple of stealing 1.9 million euros from parking meters in the city of Kempten. The couple must also compensate the city for damages incurred from their theft scheme. The case represents one of the larger parking meter fraud cases in recent German court proceedings.

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Three Dead in Family Shooting Outside Restaurant in Austrian City of Linz

A family shooting outside a restaurant in the Austrian city of Linz has left three people dead. Austrian police are investigating the incident and searching for the motive behind the deadly attack. The shooting occurred in front of a restaurant establishment in Linz, Austria's third-largest city located in the northern part of the country.

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Migrant boat sinks near Greek island of Lesbos, leaving one dead

An inflatable boat carrying migrants capsized near the Greek island of Lesbos in the Aegean Sea, killing one person and injuring dozens of others. The incident has prompted serious accusations against Greece regarding its handling of the rescue operation. The tragedy highlights ongoing challenges in the eastern Mediterranean migration route, where thousands of people attempt dangerous sea crossings from Turkey to reach European Union territory in Greece.

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Iran's President Claims Meeting with Supreme Leader's Son After Mysterious Absence

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced he met with Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran's Supreme Leader, marking the first public appearance of the influential figure following his mysterious disappearance from public life. Mojtaba Khamenei, who is widely considered a potential successor to his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, had vanished from view after reportedly suffering serious injuries in recent American and Israeli military strikes against Iranian targets. The younger Khamenei has long operated behind the scenes in Iran's power structure, wielding significant influence within the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the clerical establishment. His absence from public life had fueled speculation about his condition and potential impact on Iran's leadership succession plans, making Pezeshkian's announcement particularly significant for understanding the current state of Iran's ruling elite.

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Trump Suspends Freedom Project After Saudi Arabia Opposition

US President Donald Trump suspended the Freedom Project operation after Saudi Arabia expressed disagreement with the initiative. The operation had begun Monday morning but was halted approximately 36 hours later when Trump announced its suspension. The brief duration of the project and Saudi opposition suggests diplomatic tensions over the scope or implementation of the operation, though specific details about the nature of the Freedom Project and Saudi Arabia's objections were not disclosed.

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Paris Police Arrest 127 People During City Center Unrest and Celebrations

Paris police arrested 127 people during disturbances that broke out in the city center amid celebrations. Eleven people sustained injuries during the unrest, with one person suffering serious injuries, according to the German news agency DPA. The incidents occurred as crowds gathered for celebrations, though the specific nature of the celebrations was not immediately clear.

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