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Warsaw, September 13, 2025 — In response to the launch of Zapad-2025, a large-scale military drill by Russia and Belarus, Poland has deployed approximately 40,000 troops to its eastern border. The exercises, conducted near NATO territory, have prompted Warsaw to step up security measures along the frontier. Border Closures Enacted The Polish government confirmed that multiple road and rail crossings with Belarus will be closed from midnight. Officials said the closures are intended to protect the country during the maneuvers, which they characterize as a show of military strength from Moscow and Minsk. Purpose of the Drills Belarusian and Russian…

The United Nations General Assembly overwhelmingly approved a resolution backing an independent Palestinian state. The resolution calls for a two-state solution and condemns Hamas’s October 7 attack on southern Israel. It also denounces Israel’s siege in Gaza, citing the humanitarian crisis caused by starvation and restricted access. Global Support and Opposition Out of 193 member states, 142 countries voted in favor, 10 opposed, and 12 abstained from the New York Declaration. France and Saudi Arabia presented the resolution, giving the Palestinian Authority control over all Palestinian territories. The plan calls for a transitional administrative committee to take charge immediately after…

Seven firms under scrutiny Seven technology firms face a US investigation into how their artificial intelligence chatbots interact with children. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) demands details about safety measures and how the companies make money from these tools. The debate on children and AI grows louder. Many experts warn that young people remain highly vulnerable. Chatbots can mimic emotions and act like friends, blurring the line between real and artificial companionship. The inquiry targets Alphabet, OpenAI, Character.ai, Snap, XAI, Meta and Instagram. Each company has been asked to respond. FTC wants answers FTC chairman Andrew Ferguson said the probe…

Police arrested the suspected gunman who killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, President Donald Trump confirmed Friday. Trump told Fox News he learned about the arrest minutes before going on air, calling custody “highly certain.” A source close to the suspect provided law enforcement with their location, prompting the arrest. Video Reveals Suspect Fleeing Scene FBI and Utah police released new footage Thursday showing the suspect fleeing Kirk’s assassination on the college campus. Public tips “are giving us our next leads,” said Utah Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason. The footage shows the suspect wearing sunglasses, Converse shoes, and a…

A historic immigration raid at a Hyundai facility in Georgia will delay its opening by at least two months. The company confirmed the setback after hundreds of foreign workers were detained. raid escalates diplomatic dispute The raid has intensified diplomatic tensions between Washington and Seoul. Many of the detained workers were South Korean citizens. President Yoon warned the crackdown could discourage global firms from investing in the United States. South Korean officials explained that the workers were sent on temporary assignments to help prepare the new plant. Hyundai chief executive José Muñoz told American outlets the raid will push back…

Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted Jair Bolsonaro of plotting a coup to remain in power after losing the 2022 election. Three of five justices found him guilty on five counts, with one vote still pending. Justice Cármen Lúcia ruled for conviction on Thursday, while Justice Luiz Fux voted to acquit the former president. The court will announce Bolsonaro’s sentence after the final justice votes, with prison time potentially lasting decades. Political Tensions Escalate The ruling deepens Brazil’s political divide and could provoke backlash from the United States government. Donald Trump called Bolsonaro’s trial a “witch hunt” and linked Brazilian tariffs to…

US pharmaceutical giant Merck has cancelled a £1bn expansion in the UK. The company said the government is not giving enough backing to the life sciences sector. The multinational, known as MSD in Europe, will move research to the US and cut jobs in Britain. Executives accused successive governments of undervaluing vaccines and innovative medicines. Industry experts warned that the move could trigger further investment withdrawals from the UK. Government defends record but admits gaps A government spokesperson defended spending on science and research but admitted more work is needed. Officials highlighted recent initiatives but acknowledged tough global competition. Drug…

WARSAW, Poland — Polish military officials reported Wednesday that their fighter jets successfully intercepted several Russian drones that violated national airspace during overnight attacks targeting Ukraine. Authorities said 19 drones entered Polish skies between late Tuesday and early Wednesday. F-16s, with support from NATO allies, destroyed at least eight. Wreckage was found in multiple locations, including Wyryki-Kolonia, where one drone struck a home. No injuries were reported. Prime Minister Donald Tusk described the incursion as a hostile act and requested urgent NATO consultations under Article 4. Flights at major airports, including Warsaw, Rzeszów, and Lublin, were temporarily suspended while the…

Eyewitnesses saw Charlie Kirk take a bullet to the neck before aides rushed him from the stage. US President Donald Trump confirmed Kirk’s death on Wednesday, calling him “great and legendary” and praising his connection with youth. Trump offered condolences to Kirk’s wife Erika and his family, highlighting Kirk’s widespread admiration. Campus Debate Turns Deadly Videos show Kirk speaking under a tent labeled “The American Comeback” when a single shot struck him. Turning Point USA spokesperson Aubrey Laitsch confirmed the shooting and asked supporters to pray for Kirk. Police detained a suspect immediately, then released the individual as investigators opened…

Donald Trump is pressing the European Union to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on China and India. He hopes to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin and bring the war in Ukraine closer to an end. Trump demands tougher action on Russia The US president issued his demand during a meeting with EU officials on Tuesday. Both sides discussed new ways to tighten the squeeze on Russia’s economy. According to a source, Trump pushed for maximum tariffs targeting China and India. He had vowed to end the conflict on the “first day” of his presidency. But negotiations…