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View of a hockey locker room with national team jerseys hanging
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2026 Milan Olympics Men’s Hockey: Canada and Sweden Face Critical Injury Questions Before Opening Face-off

Major injury updates for the 2026 Milan Olympics men's hockey. Canada's Bo Horvat returns, while Brayden Point remains questionable and Sweden faces key losses.

ENHYPEN's Sunghoon announced as 2026 Winter Olympics torchbearer
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ENHYPEN Sunghoon Selected as 2026 Winter Olympics Torchbearer for Milan-Cortina

ENHYPEN's Sunghoon has been named a torchbearer for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. A former figure skater, he was recommended by official sponsor Samsung Electronics.

US aircraft carrier silhouette in the Gulf amid rising tensions
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Brink of War: Turkey Warns of Israeli Strike on Iran 2026 Amid US Naval Buildup

Turkish FM Hakan Fidan warns of a potential Israeli strike on Iran in 2026. With Trump's naval buildup and Iran's all-out war threat, Middle East stability is at risk.

A fighter jet carrying the Chinese PL-15 missile in flight
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China PL-15 Missile Performance Confirmed: Fan Huitao and the New Air Combat Era

Beijing confirms the combat success of its PL-15 missile against Rafale jets. Explore how Fan Huitao’s 4th-gen tech is shifting the balance of power in air warfare.

Digital tactical map showing strategic realignment in East Asia
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2026 U.S. National Defense Strategy: South Korea to Take 'Primary Responsibility' for Defense

The 2026 U.S. National Defense Strategy shifts primary responsibility for deterring North Korea to Seoul, signaling a major update in the ROK-U.S. alliance.

Futuristic command center displaying strategic data across the Pacific Ocean
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US 2026 National Defense Strategy: South Korea to Shoulder 'Primary' Security Role

The US 2026 National Defense Strategy (NDS) designates South Korea as having 'primary responsibility' for its defense, reflecting a shift toward China-focused strategy.

A gavel symbolizing the removal process with the Haitian flag in the background.
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Haiti Leaders Defy US Threats, Proceed with PM Alix Didier Fils-Aimé Removal

Haitian leaders are moving forward with plans to remove PM Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, defying U.S. warnings of 'steep costs.' The move deepens the political crisis in Port-au-Prince.

The powerful Hyunmoo-5 missile deployed by the ROK Army
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South Korea Hyunmoo-5 Missile Deployment 2026: NDS Warns of Persistent Invasion Threat

South Korea's 2026 NDS warns of a persistent N.K. invasion threat despite aging forces. In response, the 'monster' Hyunmoo-5 missile deployment has officially begun.

Close-up of a legal gavel with Hong Kong flag colors
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Hong Kong Same-Sex Partnership Bill: A Crisis of Constitutional Compliance

Hong Kong faces a constitutional crisis after the LegCo rejected a same-sex partnership bill despite a 2025 court deadline. Explore the impact on the city's rule of law.

Panoramic view of a strict surveillance post on the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border.
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Kabul Chinese Restaurant Blast: Why Tajikistan is China's Next Security Nightmare

A fatal blast at a Chinese restaurant in Kabul triggers evacuation warnings in Tajikistan. Analysis of China's growing security threats in Central Asia.

Flags of China and Brazil in a diplomatic setting with a global map background
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Xi Jinping Lula UN Cooperation: Strengthening the Global South Amid Regional Tension

On Jan 24, 2026, Presidents Xi Jinping and Lula da Silva stressed UN authority and Global South cooperation in a 45-minute call, signaling a shift in regional power dynamics.

Abu Dhabi Ukraine Peace Talks 2026: A Fragile Hope for Ending the War
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Abu Dhabi Ukraine Peace Talks 2026: A Fragile Hope for Ending the War

Trilateral peace talks involving the US, Russia, and Ukraine began in Abu Dhabi on January 23, 2026. Negotiators focus on ending the conflict amid a severe energy crisis.