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Bolivia and Israel to restore ties severed over the war in Gaza

Bolivia and Israel to restore ties severed over the war in Gaza

Bolivia’s new right-wing government says it will restore diplomatic relations with Israel, the latest sign of the dramatic geopolitical realignment underway in the South American country
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Danish Intelligence Identifies U.S. as Security Threat Amid Greenland Dispute

Danish Intelligence Identifies U.S. as Security Threat Amid Greenland Dispute

For the first time, Danish intelligence has classified the United States as a potential security threat, citing geopolitical tensions over Greenland. This development follows statements by President Trump expressing interest in acquiring Greenland, a territory of Denmark, and not ruling out the use of force. The Danish Defense Intelligence Service (DDIS) highlighted the growing U.S. interest in Greenland and the strain it has placed on diplomatic relations between Copenhagen and Washington. The report also noted that U.S. policies in Europe are perceived to strengthen adversaries like Russia and China, increasing the likelihood of hybrid attacks against NATO. The assessment underscores the broader uncertainties surrounding U.S. global priorities and its role as a security guarantor for Europe.
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Russia says it awaits an answer from the US on New START as nuclear treaty ticks down

Russia says it awaits an answer from the US on New START as nuclear treaty ticks down

By Guy Faulconbridge and Lucy Papachristou MOSCOW, Dec 10 (Reuters) - Russia on Wednesday said it was still awaiting a formal answer from Washington on President Vladimir Putin's proposal to jointly stick to the last remaining Russian-U.S. arms control treaty, which expires in less than two months.
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Venezuela's Machado due to receive Nobel Peace Prize in defiance of travel ban

Venezuela's Machado due to receive Nobel Peace Prize in defiance of travel ban

OSLO, Dec 10 (Reuters) - Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado is due to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo on Wednesday, in defiance of a decade-long travel ban imposed by authorities in her home country and after spending more than a year in hiding.
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USAID Freeze by Trump Administration Sparks Debate on Global Aid

USAID Freeze by Trump Administration Sparks Debate on Global Aid

The Trump administration has frozen the operations of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), halting its significant role in global humanitarian and development aid. This decision has sparked a debate among various stakeholders, with some viewing it as a necessary reduction of government spending, while others express concern over the potential vacuum it creates for countries like Russia and China to fill. USAID has been a major player in international aid, spending billions annually across over 100 countries. The freeze is seen as part of a broader strategy by the Trump administration to reduce foreign aid and focus on domestic priorities.
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Oil holds at two-week highs on expected US rate cut, geopolitical risks

Oil holds at two-week highs on expected US rate cut, geopolitical risks

By Florence Tan SINGAPORE, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Oil prices hovered at two-week highs on Monday as investors expect a Federal Reserve interest rate cut this week that will lift economic growth and energy demand while eyeing geopolitical risks that threaten oil supplies from Russia and Venezuela.
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Trump eyes anti-drug operations in Mexico, Colombia as Venezuela looms -Politico

Trump eyes anti-drug operations in Mexico, Colombia as Venezuela looms -Politico

Dec 9 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump continued his threats of land strikes against suspected Venezuelan drug traffickers in an interview published on Tuesday as Trump administration officials prepared to brief top U.S. lawmakers amid mounting tensions.
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Cuba denies contacts with the United States over Venezuela's future

Cuba denies contacts with the United States over Venezuela's future

HAVANA, Dec 8 (Reuters) - Cuba denied it had reached out to the United States about what the region would look like without President Nicolas Maduro leading Venezuela, calling the media report "absurd and false."
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US Congress considers 'must-pass' defense policy bill that would top Trump’s spending request

US Congress considers 'must-pass' defense policy bill that would top Trump’s spending request

By Patricia Zengerle and Julia Harte WASHINGTON, Dec 6 (Reuters) - U.S. lawmakers on Sunday unveiled an annual defense policy bill authorizing a record $901 billion in national security spending next year, billions more than President Donald Trump's request, and provides $400 million in military
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Defense Secretary Hegseth Justifies Strikes on Cartel Boats, Asserts Trump's Authority

Defense Secretary Hegseth Justifies Strikes on Cartel Boats, Asserts Trump's Authority

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended recent military strikes on alleged drug cartel boats, asserting that President Trump has the authority to take military action as deemed necessary to protect national interests. Speaking at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Hegseth compared the strikes to the war on terror post-9/11, emphasizing the need to combat drug smuggling linked to terrorist organizations. The strikes, which have resulted in over 80 deaths, are under scrutiny for potentially violating international law. Hegseth's remarks coincide with the Trump administration's new national security strategy, which criticizes European allies and aims to reassert U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere.
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China Responds to U.S. National Security Strategy Amid Global Tensions

China Responds to U.S. National Security Strategy Amid Global Tensions

China has issued a response to the latest U.S. national security strategy, emphasizing the importance of win-win cooperation between the two nations. A spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry stated that China is prepared to work with the U.S. to maintain steady bilateral relations while defending its sovereignty and security interests. The U.S. strategy, released under President Trump's administration, outlines economic and security priorities, with China being a primary focus. The strategy has been noted for its critical stance on Europe's handling of security and economic issues, aligning with some of Moscow's views.
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Defense Department Considers Public Release of Controversial Boat Strike Video

Defense Department Considers Public Release of Controversial Boat Strike Video

The Defense Department is reviewing the video of a controversial September 2nd military strike on a drug boat off the coast of Venezuela for potential public release. The strike, which involved a second attack on survivors of an initial strike, has drawn criticism and calls for transparency. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that national security officials must assess whether releasing the video could compromise ongoing operations. The Trump administration's campaign of boat strikes in the Caribbean has faced scrutiny for being conducted without Congressional approval.