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Trump expanding steel and aluminum tariffs

The Trump administration says it is adding 407 items to the list of "derivative" steel and aluminum products subject to higher tariffs. The list includes products like car parts, household appliances, baby strollers, fire extinguishers a...

CBS News

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NATO chiefs meet virtually about potential Ukraine security guarantees

NATO military chiefs met virtually Wednesday for what was described as a candid discussion about security guarantees the alliance would be willing to provide to Ukraine in an effort to end Russia's war in the region.

CBS News

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South Africa looks to enhance global cooperation in face of tariffs

South African economists are urging enhanced global cooperation, stressing the urgent need to counter American trade policies that have severely disrupted exports and could exacerbate job losses in an already struggling economy.

Africanews

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South Korea holds defence drills as tensions rise with North Korea

South Korea has conducted nationwide civil defence drills alongside large-scale military exercises with the U.S. The drills come amidst heightened tensions with North Korea.

Al Jazeera

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Trump admin expands deportation strategy, Uganda denies involvement

The Trump administration is intensifying its crackdown on immigration by expanding efforts to deport migrants through deals with foreign governments. Under these arrangements, Uganda was reportedly set to receive non-criminal deportees.

Africanews

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U.S. suspends most visa processing for Zimbabwe

The U.S. embassy in Harare cited unspecified concerns regarding the Zimbabwean government as the driving factor behind this decision.

Africanews

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Bessent says China tariff status quo 'working pretty well'

Bloomberg's Suzanne Lynch joins Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Brief" to discuss the current 'status quo' in U.S.-China trade, as well as the growing geopolitical tensions stemming from increased Indian purchases of Russian oil.

Bloomberg

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Where might Ukraine peace talks take place?

U.S. President Donald Trump's recent efforts to broker peace in Ukraine has led to speculation over where a potential face-to-face meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky might ta...

France 24

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Syria and Israel hold first direct talks in U.S.-brokered meeting

In U.S.-brokered talks, Syria and Israel discussed restoring a 1974 ceasefire to de-escalate tensions following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

Euronews

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Russia responds to potential Ukraine security guarantees

U.S. representatives will meet with their European counterparts to finalize details on potential security guarantees for Ukraine. This comes as President Donald Trump comments on efforts to reach a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war.

CBS News

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Japan seeks bigger role in Africa at Yokohama summit

Organisers say the initiative reflects Japan’s ambition to position itself as a reliable partner in Africa’s growth, with a focus on connectivity, trade, and sustainable development.

Africanews

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Trump seeks to arrange summit between Putin and Zelenskyy

President Trump is working to coordinate a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which would be the first face-to-face interaction between the two leaders since Russia invaded Ukrai...

CBS News

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Many in Europe skeptical as Trump hints at deal with Putin

Holly Williams reports from Kyiv, Ukraine, where skepticism about whether Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to end his war is growing.

CBS News

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Mediators await Israeli response to Gaza ceasefire proposal

Hamas has agreed to a ceasefire proposal for Gaza, but mediators are still waiting for an official response from Israel. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has the latest from Jerusalem.

CBS News

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India's Modi meets China's foreign minister to rebuild ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met China’s top diplomat on Tuesday and hailed the “steady progress” made in improving the bilateral relationship after a yearslong standoff between the nuclear-armed Asian powers.

France 24

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Zelenskyy's new style wins praise in meeting with Trump

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was complimented by US President Donald Trump for his outfit in their Oval Office meeting on Monday.

Euronews

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What does the Gaza hostage deal accepted by Hamas include?

Mediators were awaiting an Israeli response Tuesday to a fresh Gaza ceasefire plan, a day after Hamas accepted the proposal and signaled its readiness for a new round of talks aimed at ending nearly two years of war. What exactly is incl...

France 24

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No, Trump didn't slam Irish government over immigration

The false video of Trump features an AI-generated voice and false claims about Ireland's asylum policy.

Euronews

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Ex-Hong Kong lawmaker granted asylum by Australia

Exiled former Hong Kong lawmaker Ted Hui hailed Australia's grant of asylum status as a key acknowledgement of the territory's human rights infringements since its authorities quelled massive pro-democracy protests in 2019.

Reuters

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Trump pushes for in-person meeting between Putin, Zelenskyy

U.S. President Donald Trump is pushing for an in-person meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Monday's White House summit with Zelenskyy and other European leaders.

CBS News

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Trump meeting with Zelenskiy, European leaders at White House

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House Monday (August 18) for his meeting with President Donald Trump and other European leaders about Russia's war in Ukraine. CBS News White House reporter Taurean Small has m...

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Reports: Hamas accepts latest Gaza ceasefire proposal

Hamas on Monday informed mediators that it had accepted a ceasefire deal proposal submitted to it the day before, according to international and Israeli outlets.

Euronews

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Iran says open to nuclear talks but no stop to enrichment

The comments by the spokesperson of the foreign ministry come after a visit by an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) official to Tehran last week.

Africanews

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Zelenskiy bringing European leaders to Trump meeting

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will be joined by several European leaders at a White House meeting with President Donald Trump on Monday (August 18) aimed at brokering a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine.

Africanews

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German FM criticizes China over 'aggressive behavior'

During a trip to Japan on Monday, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul also criticized China for its "support for the Russian war machine" amid Moscow's ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine, now well into its fourth year.

Euronews

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Debunking Moscow allegations EU plotting Hungarian 'regime change'

The Kremlin has made unfounded claims Brussels is actively plotting the overthrow of Viktor Orbán — analysts warn Russia is meddling in Hungarian politics.

Euronews

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U.S. talks with Israel after Lebanon commits to disarming Hezbollah

U.S. special envoy to Lebanon Tom Barrack said his team would discuss a long-term deal with Israel after Beirut endorsed a U.S.-backed plan for Hezbollah to disarm.

Euronews

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China extends probe into EU dairy products

China has extended its anti-subsidy investigation into European Union dairy imports by six months, showing little sign of let up in a two-front trade war with Brussels and Washington.

Reuters

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European leaders stress unity with Ukraine ahead of peace talks

European leaders voiced strong support for Ukraine ahead of a Washington summit with U.S President Donald Trump. They emphasized unity, territorial integrity and security guarantees as essential to any peace deal.

Euronews

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France to loan iconic Bayeux Tapestry to UK

A storytelling masterpiece recounting the complex history of Anglo-French relations, will soon leave French territory for the first time in 900 years. From September of next year, the Bayeux Tapestry will star at a blockbuster exhibition...

France 24