No deal expected for Imran Khan
A headline reports that there is reportedly no prospect of a deal involving Imran Khan.
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East Germany closes Berlin crossings with barbed wire in 1961
East German troops installed barbed wire overnight, dividing Berlin and stopping trains, cars and people from crossing between East and West.
Meta faces potential major sanctions and changes to its social networks
Meta is accused of serious deception and may face very large sanctions or major changes to its networks. The supplied headline does not specify the regulator or allegations.
German foreign minister visits Kyiv before Ukraine’s Independence Day
Germany’s foreign minister is due in Kyiv shortly before Ukraine’s Independence Day. The headline provides no further details about the visit or announced measures.
Germany’s foreign minister visits Kyiv
Germany’s foreign minister has arrived in Kyiv.
Russia and India seek to expand trade amid sanctions pressure
Russia and India are exploring ways to expand bilateral trade while facing pressure from sanctions.
Caspian Sea routes support Russia's logistics and sanctions evasion
The Caspian Sea is described as an expanding logistics route connecting Russia with allies and helping evade sanctions.
Military service debate highlights ultra-Orthodox tensions
A debate over military service is drawing attention to tensions involving Israel’s ultra-Orthodox community.
Italian football figure's role as Putin's Russia ambassador questioned
The headline highlights Andrea Pirlo's reported role as an ambassador for Russia and its implications for coaching Italy's national team.
Shift from multipolarity toward rule by force discussed
A report indicates a geopolitical shift from multipolarity toward a system dominated by coercive power.
Question raised over the future and independence of the United Nations
The headline questions whether the United Nations is being undermined or treated as an entity for sale.
Border tensions and terrorism fears rise amid estrangement
The headline reports a frozen border, rising terrorism concerns and the costs of deteriorating relations.
Chinese forces reportedly tracked a U.S. Poseidon aircraft before a Trump–Xi meeting
A report says China monitored a U.S. Poseidon aircraft shortly before a meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. The headline indicates heightened military signaling between the two countries.
India's foreign minister to visit Russia for intergovernmental talks
India's foreign minister S. Jaishankar is scheduled to visit Russia on August 23–24 to co-chair the India–Russia intergovernmental commission.
India rejects USCIRF call for sanctions against RSS
India criticized the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom over its demand for sanctions against the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.
United States imposes tariffs on Canada after talks collapse
The United States has imposed tariffs on Canada following the failure of negotiations.
Eastern NATO allies seek to reassure Trump by reducing U.S. troop costs
Eastern NATO allies reportedly want to reassure Donald Trump by reducing the costs associated with U.S. troops.
Commentary says Türkiye’s stance is unsettling Israel
A commentary headline argues that Türkiye’s position is increasing pressure on Israel.
Bangladesh may join a proposed Mecca defense pact
The headline reports possible Bangladeshi entry into a Pakistan-Türkiye-linked defense agreement and heightened Indian concerns.
EU officials condemn alleged coup attempt in Bolivia
Top EU officials have condemned a reported coup attempt in Bolivia.
South Korean and Japanese leaders to meet
South Korean President Yoon is scheduled to meet Japanese Prime Minister Kishida.
Nigeria pledges stronger Lake Chad security and economic cooperation
A Nigerian governor pledged commitment to security and economic growth in the Lake Chad region.
Johnson discusses India–UK trade deal deadline and whisky tariff reduction
Boris Johnson commented on the India–UK free trade agreement deadline and welcomed a cut in India’s scotch whisky tariff from 150% to 75%.
United States plans partial payment toward outstanding UN dues
The United States plans to pay $850 million of the $5 billion it owes the United Nations.
US military aircraft fly over Taiwan Strait
Several US military aircraft flew over the Taiwan Strait, according to the US Seventh Fleet.
Russian opposition figure Lev Shlosberg sentenced to 11 years in prison
Russian opposition politician Lev Shlosberg has been sentenced to 11 years in prison, with the case portrayed as part of intensified repression ahead of legislative elections.
Joint Chiefs chief visits post-Maduro Venezuela
The chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff made his first official visit to Venezuela after Nicolás Maduro’s departure.
Bulgaria’s prime minister meets Putin over energy projects
Bulgaria’s prime minister met Vladimir Putin in Sochi to discuss large-scale energy projects.
US general holds rare meeting with Cuban military officials
A US general held a rare meeting with Cuban military officials near Guantanamo Bay.
Germany seeks Canadian submarine deal
Germany’s defense minister made a rare personal appeal in Ottawa for a submarine agreement.
Canada seeks Saab early-warning aircraft to strengthen defense industry
Canada is seeking Saab early-warning aircraft as part of an effort to retool its defense suppliers.
Allies reportedly surpass US in military budget purchasing power
A new report says US allies exceeded the United States in military budget purchasing power last year.
Trump imposes tariffs on drone imports
Trump has imposed tariffs on imported drones.
Somaliland offers Berbera for potential US and Israeli bases
Somaliland has offered Berbera as a possible base location for the United States and Israel amid intensifying Red Sea rivalry.
Ceuta's border and humanitarian crisis challenges Spain
A report indicates Ceuta's border situation developing into a humanitarian crisis and creating policy challenges for Spain domestically and internationally.
Debate continues over peace and Europe's new security architecture
A report indicates discussion about peace and a new security architecture for Europe.
German foreign minister visits Kyiv ahead of Ukraine’s Independence Day
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is reported to be in Kyiv shortly before Ukraine’s Independence Day.
United States pursues Iran talks through Vienna and Athens
The United States is reportedly pursuing talks concerning Iran through Vienna and Athens.
Nigeria renews support for South Sudan peace process
Nigeria declared renewed support for efforts to advance peace in South Sudan.
Supreme Court rejects Bannon bid to delay January 6 contempt sentence
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Steve Bannon's bid to delay imprisonment for contempt of Congress related to January 6 investigations.