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Trump Weaponizes Oil Trade Against Cuba With Tariff Threat
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Trump Weaponizes Oil Trade Against Cuba With Tariff Threat

Trump signs executive order imposing tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, escalating pressure after Venezuela's Maduro abduction and oil sector takeover

Iran Chooses Defense Over Diplomacy as US Fleet Circles
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Iran Chooses Defense Over Diplomacy as US Fleet Circles

As Trump's 'armada' positions near Iranian waters, Tehran prioritizes military readiness over negotiations. What does this standoff reveal about modern deterrence?

Ukraine War Enters Brutal Winter Phase as Ceasefire Talks Stall
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Ukraine War Enters Brutal Winter Phase as Ceasefire Talks Stall

Russian attacks kill 8 across Ukraine as Trump's week-long ceasefire appears fragile. Energy crisis deepens with temperatures dropping to -23°C in Kyiv.

Trump's Immigration Crackdown Becomes Bargaining Chip After Citizen Deaths
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Trump's Immigration Crackdown Becomes Bargaining Chip After Citizen Deaths

After two Americans died in Minneapolis, Trump administration offers conditional federal agent withdrawal. Hard-line policy transforms into political negotiation tool.

South Korea's Tech Exports Hit $18.3B, But Trade Deficit Persists
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South Korea's Tech Exports Hit $18.3B, But Trade Deficit Persists

South Korea's technology exports grew 4% to $18.3 billion in 2024, driven by ICT sector growth of 8.8%, while electronics fell 5.2%. Trade deficit remains at $4.3 billion.

Venezuela Signs Oil Privatization Law Under Trump Pressure
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Venezuela Signs Oil Privatization Law Under Trump Pressure

Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez signed legislation opening the country's oil sector to private investment, fulfilling Trump's key demand after Maduro's abduction.

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Palestinian Journalist Regains TikTok Account—But at What Cost?
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Palestinian Journalist Regains TikTok Account—But at What Cost?

Bisan Owda's TikTok account was restored after international pressure, but her content remains shadow-banned. This reveals the evolving nature of digital censorship in the social media age.

South Korea's Satellite Constellation Takes Shape in Orbit
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South Korea's Satellite Constellation Takes Shape in Orbit

KAIST's NEONSAT-1A successfully launches from New Zealand as part of South Korea's ambitious plan to deploy 11 nanosatellites for continuous Korean Peninsula monitoring by 2027.

Waymo Robotaxi Strikes Child Near Elementary School
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Waymo Robotaxi Strikes Child Near Elementary School

A Waymo self-driving vehicle hit a child during school drop-off hours in Santa Monica, prompting federal investigation and reigniting robotaxi safety concerns as deployments expand nationwide.

Canada's Defiant Pivot Away from Trump's America
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Canada's Defiant Pivot Away from Trump's America

PM Mark Carney announces trade diversification strategy with China deal worth $7B, challenging Trump's threats while positioning Canada as leader of middle powers in shifting global order.

Congress Advances Taiwan Bills as Trump's China Visit Looms
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Congress Advances Taiwan Bills as Trump's China Visit Looms

US Senate Foreign Relations Committee passes four Taiwan-related bills strengthening energy security and diplomatic influence, signaling congressional pushback ahead of Trump's expected April visit to China.

Microsoft Tumbles 12% as AI Investment Doubts Mount
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Microsoft Tumbles 12% as AI Investment Doubts Mount

Microsoft stock plunged 12% in its worst day since March 2020, wiping out $400 billion in market value as investors question AI investment returns and OpenAI dependency.

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