Politics

Turkey ‘Optimistic’ Middle East Ceasefire Will Be Extended

Turkey remained "optimistic" that a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the US that expires on Wednesday, would be extended, allowing more time for talks between the sides.

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Australia, Japan Ink Multibillion Dollar Warship Deal

Japan agreed on a deal to provide Australia's navy with the first of almost a dozen stealth frigates, part of a wider military build up by Canberra.

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Boeing Sees Jump in Defense Business From Middle East War

The Middle East war has so far boosted Boeing's defense business and hasn't impacted deliveries to airline customers confronting high jet fuel prices, the company's CEO said.

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Cuba ‘Ready’ for Possible US Attack: President

Cuban President Diaz-Canel said his country was "ready" for a possible US attack following months of mounting pressure from President Trump.

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Trump Says Israel, Lebanon Agree to 10-Day Ceasefire

Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire starting on Thursday, though there was no indication if Iran-backed Hezbollah was on board.

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11 Nations Urge ‘Coordinated’ Economic Support Amid Mideast War

The finance ministers of 11 countries called for "coordinated emergency support" to help countries hit by disruptions from the war in the Middle East.

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Iran Arrests Four Alleged Israeli Spies: State Media

Iran arrested four suspected Israeli spies as US officials discuss possible peace talks after US-Israeli strikes engulfed the Middle East in war.

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US Says 3 Killed in Fifth Drug Boat Strike in a Week

US military officials said Wednesday three people were killed in a strike on another alleged drug-trafficking boat, the fifth such deadly attack in as many days.

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Australia to Boost Defense Spending to 3% of GDP

Australia will lift defense spending to 3.0 percent of GDP by 2033 as armed conflicts flare worldwide, the government said Thursday.

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Israel, Lebanon Agree to Direct Negotiations After ‘Productive’ Talks: US

Israel and Lebanon agreed to hold direct negotiations after "productive discussions" between the two sides in Washington, the US said on Tuesday.

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