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The UK has imposed sanctions on Israeli settlements in the West Bank, accusing settlers of ethnic cleansing against Palestinians.
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Chevron plans to increase its oil drilling operations in Venezuela by doubling the number of rigs, as reported by Reuters.
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Hungary has expelled 10 Russian diplomats.
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A Brazilian court has suspended the licenses for a Sigma Lithium mine.
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Saudi Arabia plans a strong response after Houthi attacks injured 73 people and affected energy facilities in southern cities, according to Al Jazeera.
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Russia conducted missile strikes on Kyiv following a visit by envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner for peace talks, resulting in two deaths.
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Canada has implemented counter-tariffs on $20 billion of American goods, escalating a trade dispute with the US.
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Cuba's foreign minister described the US embargo as 'genocidal' and stated there will be no negotiations.
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An explosion occurred at a military base near La Paz, Bolivia.
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An eruption of Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano has disrupted flights, closed schools, and halted fishing activities, according to Reuters.
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US and Iranian forces exchanged fire near Iranian waters.
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