Putin Visits Islands Seized from Japan in World War II, Angering Tokyo
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan has been a public critic of Mr. Putin, who has denounced her country’s sanctions against Russia over the Ukraine war.
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Life and loss as a first responder in southern Lebanon
A new Al Jazeera film speaks to the head of the Civil Defence in Tyre, southern Lebanon’s largest city.
Critical former refs add to culture of fear – Taylor
Retiring Premier League referee Anthony Taylor says his decision to quit was partly due to the toxic debate around officials.
Nigeria: Nigerian Troops Foil Advance By Terrorists Riding About 200 Motorcycles – Official
[Premium Times] “The troops also recovered one motorcycle and destroyed six others during the operation, while one soldier sustained injuries.”
UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat
The UK government says it is “disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels” in accordance with the law.
Tanzania: Can Tanzania Become an Upper-Middle Income Country?
[Independent (Kampala)] Tanzania has set its sights on becoming a $1 trillion, upper-middle-income economy by mid-century. Under a long-term plan known as Vision 2050, the country is seeking to grow the size
UK economy grows but experts warn of challenging months ahead
Hot weather and the men’s football World Cup boosted the economy but the Iran war may weigh on growth,
South Africa: R6.8-Million Spent a Month On Empty Police Headquarters in Pretoria
[GroundUp] And SAPS is paying nearly R40-million a month to rent premises in the city centre
South Africa: Makhado Plans New RDP Houses but Homes Built in 2021 Still Lack Water and Electricity
[GroundUp] Residents have to buy water privately
Hegseth Is Pressed to Clarify Lawyer’s Role in Promotion Decisions
Representative Jason Crow asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to explain statements about his special adviser’s influence following a New York Times report.