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Tensions Flare in Strait of Hormuz: U.S.-Iran Clashes Threaten Fragile Truce

MUSCAT/WASHINGTON — The fragile hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran faced a severe setback on Thursday as the two nations engaged in a violent naval confrontat
UAE Sovereign Wealth Giants Descend on Seoul to Forge Strategic AI Alliance

Amassive delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), comprising itsmost influential sovereign wealth funds and state-backed artificialintelligence powerhouses, is set to arrive in Seoul. Their mis

U.S. Trade Court Strikes Down Trump’s ‘Global 10% Tariff,’ Citing Executive Overreach

WASHINGTON — In a significant legal blow to the administration’s protectionist agenda, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) ruled on Thursday that President Donald Trump’s &q

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U.S. Officials Brace for Imminent Action as Iran-Israel Conflict Escalates, Trump Weighs Direct Intervention: WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the volatile conflict between Israel and Iran deepens, reports from inside Washington indicate that s ...; Sharon Yoon Correspondent 2025.06.20

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Korea and Japan Pledge Renewed Cooperation on 60th Anniversary of Diplomatic Ties: Tokyo, Japan – Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba emphasized a shared vision for a stronger bilateral relationship with ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.06.19

Iran's Presidential Plane Arrives in Oman Amid Escalating Tensions and Diplomatic Overtures to U.S.: Muscat, Oman – Iran, currently embroiled in a week-long armed conflict with Israel, has indicated a willingness to engage i ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.06.19

SpaceX Starship Suffers Catastrophic Ground Explosion, Marking Latest Setback in Ambitious Program: BOCA CHICA, TEXAS – SpaceX's ambitious Starship program, central to Elon Musk's vision of colonizing Mars and establishing ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.19

Iran Prepares for US Intervention, Equips to Target Middle East Bases: TEHRAN/JERUSALEM – Tensions in the Middle East have escalated dramatically with Iran and Israel engaging in direct military ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.06.18

Salsa Performance Brings Moment of Respite to Tel Aviv Bomb Shelter Amidst Escalating Tensions: TEL AVIV, Israel – Amidst a relentless barrage of missile attacks on Tel Aviv, Israel's economic heartland, a spontaneous sa ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.06.18

Escalating Tensions: US Considers Military Action Against Iran Amidst Nuclear Standoff: WASHINGTON D.C. – In a dramatic shift of policy, the United States, under President Donald Trump, is reportedly contemplatin ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.06.18

9 People, Including Paraguayan Women, Rescued from Human Trafficking Ring in Spain; 7 Suspects Arrested: An international human trafficking and sexual exploitation ring has been dismantled in Spain, leading to the rescue of nine women ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.18

Asunción Botanical Garden: Citizen Groups Oppose Attempted Transfer of 46 Hectares to Golf Club: ASUNCIÓN, PARAGUAY – Organized citizen groups have submitted a letter to the Municipal Council opposing an attempt by ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.18

Taiwan Supports 64 Paraguayan Students with Scholarships, Strengthening Educational Cooperation: The Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) in Paraguay announced on June 17 that it has awarded scholarships to 64 young Paragu ...; Desk 2025.06.18

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Deadly Prison Fire in Uruguay Highlights Severe Overcrowding Crisis: A tragic fire, presumed to have been caused by an altercation among inmates, occurred at a prison in Santiago Vázquez, Urug ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.06.17

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Israel-Iran Conflict: Future Scenarios for the Middle East and International Repercussions: Recent developments in the Middle East, marked by escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, have drawn global attention. Intern ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.17

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