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Why Ukraine is bidding for F-16 jets?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he is making progress in persuading the West to supply Ukraine with fighter jets - with U.S.-built F-16s flown by several NATO nations in particular…

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Then and now: How Arab states changed course on Syria

May 19 (Reuters) - President Bashar al-Assad's attendance at an Arab Summit in Saudi Arabia on Friday is the result of big policy shifts by Arab states that once backed…

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Key excerpts from G7 leaders’ statement on Ukraine

HIROSHIMA, Japan, May 19 (Reuters) - Leaders of the world richest democracies agreed on Friday to stiffen sanctions against Russia and pledged financial support for Ukraine in its fight against…

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Debt ceiling standoff: What happens if Washington falls behind on its bills?

By Jason Lange WASHINGTON, May 18 (Reuters) - The U.S. government could fall behind on its bills next month - and even default on its debt - if Congress doesn't…

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Why does the US want to ban TikTok? The allegations against it

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Montana Governor Greg Gianforte signed legislation to ban Chinese-owned TikTok from operating in the state to "protect Montanans" from alleged Chinese surveillance, making it the first U.S.…

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Sarkozy and his legal troubles

PARIS (Reuters) - French former president Nicolas Sarkozy lost his appeal against a 2021 conviction for corruption and influence peddling at the Paris Court of Appeals on Wednesday, a decision…

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A list of European companies that cut jobs as economy sputters

May 18 (Reuters) - Decades-high inflation and the impact of war in Ukraine have forced companies across Europe into lay-offs or hiring freezes. Here are some of the companies that…

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Likely coalition scenarios after Thailand’s election

BANGKOK, May 17 (Reuters) - Thailand's two main opposition parties, which won big in Sunday's election and trounced parties backed by the powerful military, are seeking to put together a…

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What are the deals on Ukraine, Russia grain exports?

By Michelle Nichols UNITED NATIONS, May 17 (Reuters) - The extension of a deal allowing the safe Black Sea export of Ukrainian grain and fertilizers beyond May 18 hangs in…

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What do we know about Kinzhal, Russia’s hypersonic missile?

(Reuters) - Russia fired hypersonic Kinzhal missiles at Kyiv on Tuesday, with Ukraine saying it had shot down all six, and Russia claiming one got through air defences to destroy…

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Can Ukraine use Patriot defense systems to knock out Russian hypersonic missiles?

May 17 (Reuters) - Ukraine said on Tuesday that it downed six Russian hypersonic Kinzhal missiles in a single night, in what would be a major setback for Moscow's efforts…

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Erdogan’s strong showing signals “business as usual” for Mideast

The prospect of Tayyip Erdogan winning another presidential term in Turkey would once have rung alarms around the Middle East, but after taking a more conciliatory stance in recent years…

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Eurovision under the shadow of war: how the 2023 contest highlighted humanitarianism, empathy and solidarity

In 2022, Ukraine won the Eurovision Song Contest in a landslide victory. Traditionally, the winner hosts the following year but due to the significant security issues posed by the ongoing…

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India’s opposition Congress gains key foothold with state election win

By YP Rajesh NEW DELHI, (Reuters) - India's embattled Congress party won big in a southern state election this weekend, exceeding expectations and gaining fresh momentum to take on entrenched…

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Coronavirus is officially no longer a global health emergency – what this means and what we’ve learned

World Health Organisation (WHO) experts have officially declared that COVID no longer constitutes a public health emergency of international concern (Pheic). This coincides with the WHO’s new strategy to transition…

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Will Europe’s right-wing populists rally behind Trump in the 2024 presidential election?

In a controversial town hall interview on CNN, former United States president Donald Trump said if re-elected he would consider pardoning “a large portion” of the rioters who were convicted…

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Who are the Turkish presidential candidates and other key figures

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - President Tayyip Erdogan is putting his two-decade rule on the line on May 14 when he faces opposition challenger Kemal Kilicdaroglu in Turkey's landmark elections. Surveys show…

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What you need to know about the 2023 Turkish elections

Turks vote on May 14 in an election seen as one of the most consequential in Turkey's modern history, with President Tayyip Erdogan facing the biggest political challenge of his…

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What’s next for Trump after civil rape verdict?

By Jack Queen May 10 (Reuters) - A jury in Manhattan decided on Tuesday that former U.S. President Donald Trump must pay $5 million in damages for sexually abusing magazine…

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What is the corruption case against Pakistan’s Khan?

By Asif Shahzad May 10 (Reuters) - Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested on Tuesday by an anti-graft agency on corruption charges. Government officials alleged that Khan and…

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An overview of Donald Trump’s legal troubles

A jury on Tuesday found Donald Trump sexually abused and defamed writer E. Jean Carroll, the latest development in a series of legal woes facing the Republican front-runner in the…

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Sudan’s conflict: Who’s backing the rival commanders?

By Aidan Lewis and Lisa Barrington CAIRO (Reuters) - Military rivals locked in a conflict that erupted in Sudan on April 15 both courted foreign backing in the years leading…

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King Charles’ coronation: what changes has UK seen under new monarch?

LONDON (Reuters) - From a new face on the country's stamps and coins to a change of words for the national anthem, Britain has seen a number of alterations since…

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King Charles’ coronation and its significance

By Michael Holden LONDON, May 2 (Reuters) - King Charles will be crowned at Westminster Abbey in a ceremony full of pomp, pageantry and solemn religious significance on Saturday, after…

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What will the royal family do at King Charles’ coronation?

LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - All eyes will be on the British royal family this weekend as they are joined by about 100 heads of state and global dignitaries for…

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The crowns, jewels, swords and spoon used at King Charles’ coronation

LONDON (Reuters) - The ceremony for King Charles' coronation at Westminster Abbey in London on Saturday will involve historic regalia ranging from sceptres and maces to a ring and a…

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King Charles’ coronation schedule

LONDON, May 6 (Reuters) - Charles will be crowned king on Saturday in a centuries-old ceremony featuring a display of pageantry and military processions. Below is a look at the…

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Key moments in King Charles’ coronation

LONDON, (Reuters) - From the religious symbolism of his anointment to the moment when the crown is placed on his head, what are the highlights to look out for during…

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King Charles III coronation: what to expect this coronation weekend

The monarchy is under pressure. Ongoing scandals and waning support from a younger generation suggest an outdated institution with little relevance to the modern era. Enshrined in pomp and pageantry,…

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Serbia school shooting and other major killings of children

(Reuters) - A 14-year-old boy shot his teacher in a Belgrade classroom on Wednesday before opening fire on other students and security guards, killing eight pupils and a security guard.…

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Kremlin drone incident: What do we know?

(Reuters) - Here's a look at what we know about the alleged drone attack on the Kremlin, and the questions it raises. WHAT HAPPENED? Two of the numerous videos published…

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Why are Hollywood writers threatening to strike?

LOS ANGELES, May 1 (Reuters) - Hollywood writers and the film and television studios are racing to agree to a new contract to replace the one that expires at 11:59…

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Will WTI Midland’s inclusion in dated Brent affect oil markets?

By Arathy Somasekhar and Alex Lawler HOUSTON/LONDON (Reuters) - Oil-index publisher Platts, part of S&P Global Commodity Insights, will add U.S. WTI Midland crude oil transactions into the Platts dated…

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Kenya starvation deaths latest in long list of cult tragedies

(Reuters) - The death toll among followers of a Kenyan cult called the Good News International Church, who believed they would go to heaven if they starved themselves, has risen…

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Countries rush to evacuate foreign citizens from Sudan

KHARTOUM, April 25 (Reuters) - The conflict between Sudan's army and a paramilitary group called the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has triggered a rush to evacuate foreign diplomats and citizens.…

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2024 US presidential election: who’s in, who’s out and who’s still thinking about it

The 2024 race for the White House has only a handful of official candidates so far, with Democratic President Joe Biden yet to announce his plans and most Republican hopefuls…

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The revamped EU drug laws

By Maggie Fick LONDON, April 26 - The EU is revamping laws governing the 136 billion euro ($148 billion) pharmaceuticals industry aimed at reviving investment and boosting access to affordable…

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EU updates bank crisis rules to strengthen taxpayer shield

(Reuters) - The European Union set out draft reforms to rules for closing down failing banks this week. The original rules were introduced after the 2007-09 global financial crisis when…

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Sudan’s conflict and what worries neighbours, the U.S. and others

(Reuters) - A conflict raging in Sudan is rattling neighbouring countries and worrying the United States and others for reasons ranging from concern about shared Nile waters and oil pipelines…

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US Supreme Court preserves access to the abortion pill, for now: What’s next?

By Brendan Pierson (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court blocked, for now, lower court orders that would have imposed new restrictions on the abortion pill mifepristone while a lawsuit by…

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Carriers and precision attacks: The takeaways from China’s latest Taiwan drills

By Yew Lun Tian and Yimou Lee BEIJING/TAIPEI, (Reuters) - China's latest military drills near Taiwan show it is serious about being able to cut off the democratically ruled island…

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The struggle for power in Sudan

KHARTOUM (Reuters) - The following outlines the struggle for power in recent years in Sudan, where clashes erupted a week ago between the military and the country's main paramilitary force:…

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Why has British Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab resigned?

LONDON, April 21 (Reuters) - British Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab resigned on Friday following an independent investigation into claims that he bullied colleagues, in the latest scandal to force…

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Europe’s strike-related travel disruptions continue

Continuing strikes in Europe could keep travel disruptions going through the summer, as the number of passengers traveling globally recovers to pre-pandemic levels. Since last year, strikes and staff shortages…

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What’s behind Sudan’s crisis?

By Aidan Lewis and Khalid Abdelaziz KHARTOUM (Reuters) - Fighting has erupted in Sudan's capital Khartoum and at other sites across the country as powerful rival military factions battle for…

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Italy’s govt nominees for top jobs at Enel, Eni, Terna

MILAN, April 17 (Reuters) - The Italian government, which controls the country's biggest energy groups via the Treasury and state lender CDP, last week proposed new appointments for the top…

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Why democratic countries around the world are not prepared to support Ukraine – and some are shifting closer to Russia

After over a year of the Ukraine war, efforts at building a global consensus against Russia seem to have stalled, with many countries opting for neutrality. The number of countries…

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Kara-Murza becomes latest Putin opponent to get long jail term

April 17 (Reuters) - Sentenced on Monday to 25 years in prison on charges including treason, Vladimir Kara-Murza joined a growing list of Russians who have received long jail terms…

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What’s next for France’s pension reform?

PARIS, April 13 (Reuters) - France's Constitutional Council is due to deliver its verdict on Friday on a deeply unpopular bill which will delay retirement by two years to 64,…

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What is known about latest leak of U.S. secrets

WASHINGTON, (Reuters) - U.S. national security agencies and the Justice Department are investigating the release of dozens of classified documents to assess the damage to national security and relations with…

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Bakhmut: Why Russia and Ukraine are battling so hard for one small city

MOSCOW, April 6 (Reuters) - Over 90% of its residents have fled, much of it lies in ruins, tens of thousands have been killed, and its strategic importance has been…

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From holy oil to sceptres and a spoon: King Charles’ coronation ceremony

LONDON (Reuters) - The ceremony for King Charles's coronation at Westminster Abbey in London on May 6 will involve historic regalia ranging from sceptres and maces to a ring and…

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Saudi-Iranian ties: A history of ups and downs

DUBAI, April 6 (Reuters) - The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia met in China for the first formal meeting of their most senior diplomats in more than seven…

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Where is Al Aqsa mosque and why is it so important in Islam?

(Reuters) - A Israeli police raid on Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque on Wednesday has triggered a furious reaction from Palestinians across the occupied West Bank and the wider Arab and Muslim…

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Europe’s travel disruption looms over Easter

(Reuters) - Europe is bracing for another round of strikes affecting airlines ahead of a busy Easter travel season, as the number of passengers travelling globally recovers to pre-pandemic levels.…

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An overview of Donald Trump’s legal troubles

April 5 (Reuters) - New York prosecutors took a historic step last Thursday by filing criminal charges against Donald Trump, the first time this has happened to a former U.S.…

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Donald Trump has been booked and charged – what happens now?

By Joseph Ax (Reuters) - The events underlying the criminal case against Donald Trump - hush money payments to suppress stories about extramarital affairs - took place nearly seven years…

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