Conflict

North Korea to Deploy New Artillery Along Border With South

North Korea plans to deploy a new type of artillery along its southern border, potentially putting Seoul within striking range as Pyongyang deepens its hostility towards South Korea.

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US and Iran Trade Fire, Threatening Fragile Truce

US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran was still in place despite an Iranian attack on three American destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, which he dismissed as "a trifle."

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India Vows to Crush Terror ‘Ecosystem,’ a Year After Pakistan Conflict

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India remains "steadfast as ever" in its determination to defeat terrorism and its "enabling ecosystem," marking one year since a deadly clash with arch-enemy Pakistan.

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Iran Denies Ship Attack as Trump Warns of Renewed Bombing, Eyes Deal

Iran denied attacking a South Korean cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, as US President Donald Trump said a deal to end the war was "very possible" but warned Washington would resume bombing if talks failed.

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French Aircraft Carrier Pre-Positions for Possible Hormuz Mission

France's Charles de Gaulle was on Wednesday heading towards the southern Red Sea to pre‑position for a possible mission to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

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China Says Will Play ‘Greater Role’ in Ending Middle East Fighting

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing would play a "greater role" in ending hostilities in the Middle East.

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US Pauses Hormuz Escorts in Bid for Deal, as Threats Continue

The US will pause escorting commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz barely a day after it began doing so, US President Donald Trump said.

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Europe, Canada Pull Together in Yerevan in Trump’s Shadow

European leaders talked up independence on defense and closer ties with Canada, as they gathered for a summit clouded by US threats to cut military support.

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US-Iran Ceasefire on Brink as UAE Reports Attacks

A ceasefire between Iran and the US was teetering as the two countries traded fire over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

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Ukraine Pressures Russia as Midnight Ceasefire Looms

Ukraine piled pressure on Russia after announcing its own truce in response to Russia's demand for a ceasefire to coincide with its annual World War II Victory Day.

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