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Rubio dismisses criticism of U.S. Caribbean strikes at G7 meeting

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday pushed back against criticism from some U.S. allies over the legality of the U.S. strikes in the Caribbean, saying Europeans don't get to dictate how Washington defends its national security.

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Canada meets with U.S. counterpart Rubio at G7 summit

Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the G7 summit to discuss defense, trade, and global security cooperation amid growing geopolitical tensions.

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What are the initiatives resisting U.S. climate rollback?

The Trump administration has been canceling green energy projects. Despite the political headwinds, some U.S. organizations are moving forward with renewables and providing energy alternatives for local communities.

DW News

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Pardoned French-Algerian dissident writer Sansal en route to Germany

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has granted a pardon to French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal following a request from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the Algerian presidency said on Wednesday.

France 24

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Rubio attends G7 meetings in Canada

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is representing the U.S. at G7 meetings in Canada as world leaders consider the Ukraine-Russia war and the fragile ceasefire in Gaza.

CBS News

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UN's Tom Fletcher holds "constructive" talks with Sudanese army leader

The United Nations' top humanitarian official, Tom Fletcher, met with Sudanese Armed Forces leader General Abdelfattah Al-Burhan on Tuesday, in a high-level diplomatic effort to secure critical access for life-saving aid delivery across ...

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UN urges Libya to shut migrant detention centers

Libya is facing renewed pressure to shut down detention centers where rights groups say migrants and refugees are being tortured, abused, and in some cases, killed.

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UK PM Keir Starmer backs BBC amid Trump threat

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer backed the BBC while urging it to correct errors after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened a $1 billion lawsuit over a misleading edit of his Jan. 6, 2021 speech. The controversy led to the resignations ...

France 24

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Belgium to strengthen airspace security after drone incursions

The country's defence minister said the National Airspace Security Centre aims to be made operational from January 2026.

Euronews

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EU to relocate asylum seekers from Spain, Italy, Greece, Cyprus

Spain, Italy, Greece and Cyprus are considered "under migratory pressure" by the European Commission, which paves the way to the relocation of asylum seekers to other EU member states. But Poland, Hungary and Slovakia refuse to contribute.

Euronews

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COP30 climate report: sustainable cooling essential to cut emissions

Emissions from cooling are set to double by 2050 without the introduction of more sustainable practices, according to the report.

Euronews

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Protests in Serbia over Kushner-linked redevelopment plan

Thousands of students and protesters took to the streets of Belgrade on Tuesday after parliament passed a law enabling a controversial real estate project tied to Jared Kushner, former U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner.

France 24

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Ten years on: has the Paris climate deal delivered?

It was hailed as a historic moment: In 2015, the world rallied behind a plan to keep the planet safe and livable, and to warm no less than 1.5 degrees. Was the accord all talk and no action, or the onset of real change?

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Largest U.S. aircraft carrier sailing to Latin America region

The USS Gerald Ford aircraft carrier strike group has moved into the Latin America region, U.S. officials say, dramatically escalating a military buildup that has deepened tensions with Venezuela.

CBC News

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Trump urges Israel's president to pardon Benjamin Netanyahu

U.S. President Donald Trump sent a letter to Israeli President Isaac Herzog urging him to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. CBS News' Courtney Kealy has more.

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Pakistan links Taliban-led Afghanistan to Islamabad bombing

Pakistan is accusing Taliban-ruled Afghanistan of complicity in a suicide bombing near an Islamabad courthouse. The attack took place during the busy lunch hour and left at least 12 dead and many more injured.

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Protesters storm into COP30 climate conference in Brazil

Protesters stormed the COP30 climate conference in Brazil, clashing with security and overshadowing discussions earlier in the day California Gov. Gavin Newsom slamming America’s current stance on climate change.

CBC News

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Finland-Russia border towns suffer with closure of crossings

Finland's land border with Russia is the longest in Europe, but crossings were closed in 2023 because of the war in Ukraine. Towns that relied on Russian tourists are now struggling.

Al Jazeera

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What's happening at COP30 in Brazil?

Kristy Dahl, with Climate Central, explains some of the big topics that leaders from around the world will be discussing in regards to climate change at the 30th annual COP conference.

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Trump hosts Syria’s al-Sharaa as U.S. extends sanctions relief

Syrian presidency says al-Sharaa and Trump discussed ways to ‘strengthen and develop’ ties between the U.S. and Syria.

Al Jazeera

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Brazil’s president pushes back against climate deniers to start COP30

The COP30 climate conference kicked off in Belém, Brazil, with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva pushing back against climate deniers even though a discussion of reduced reliance on fossil fuels isn’t on the agenda.

CBC News

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What will COP30 try to accomplish?

The COP30 climate summit began Monday in Brazil, hosting tens of thousands of delegates and observers. The CBC's Susan Ormiston breaks down what this year's summit is focused on.

CBC News

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Trump praises Syria's al-Sharaa 'very strong leader' after meeting

President Trump welcomed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House on Monday and announced a new partnership with the country.

CBS News

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Von der Leyen offers minor concessions on EU budget

Ursula von der Leyen has proposed changes to her €2 trillion EU budget to empower regional authorities and protect financing for rural areas. The tweaks look to stave off a parliamentary rebellion after a week of tensions.

Euronews

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How sanctions cripple Syria’s economy and its people

As al-Sharaa becomes the first Syrian leader to visit the White House, Syria remains crippled by sanctions. Business owners are warning, unless some are lifted, industries that are still functioning are at risk of shutting down.

Al Jazeera

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CELAC-EU summit: Leaders to discuss U.S. boat strikes in Caribbean

CELAC-EU leaders meet in Colombia to discuss cooperation and trade—but tensions rise over U.S. strikes on alleged smuggling boats.

Al Jazeera

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Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa makes historic visit to White House

Syria’s Ahmed al-Sharaa visits the White House—the first by a Syrian leader in 80 years—as Washington and Damascus look to rebuild ties.

Al Jazeera

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EU's Kallas urges respect for international law over U.S. boat strikes

The EU's Kaja Kallas emphasised the need to follow international law on self-defence and UN mandates at the CELAC-EU summit in Colombia, amid continued U.S. strikes on narco-boats.

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U.S. to boycott G20 summit in South Africa over abuse claims

The United States will officially boycott the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa, escalating a diplomatic dispute by reiterating his controversial claims about the treatment of white farmers in the country and calling the choice of host...

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Trump to grant Hungary exemption from sanctions on Russian energy

The Hungarian leader said he has managed to convince U.S. President Donald Trump to grant his country a full exemption from sanctions for the purchase of Russian energy, after detailing to him the dire consequences it would have on the H...

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