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    Toxic haze from Indonesian wildfires spreads across Southeast Asia●Toxic haze from Indonesia’s wildfires continues to spread across Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines, as a blockbust𝕏xSGEnvironment8518 min ago

    Thick toxic haze from wildfires in Indonesia continues to spread over Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines. Bloomberg reports that a powerful El Niño combined with widespread land-clearing practices, such as burning to clear land for plantations, has created tinderbox conditions across the region. The drifting smoke is degrading air quality for millions of people, reviving familiar annual concerns over cross-border pollution and Indonesia's fire season.

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    Italy's parliament has voted to bring nuclear power back to the country, decades after a referendum shut it down following the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. Supporters see the move as a step toward energy security and lower emissions, while opponents recall the country's long-standing opposition to atomic energy and question the safety and cost of reviving it.

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    North Korea tells UN its nuclear status is irreversible▼DPR Korea tells UN its nuclear status is ‘irreversible’, rejects outside pressure✉newsWorldUnited Nations8 min ago

    North Korea, formally the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, has told the United Nations that its status as a nuclear-armed state is 'irreversible' and rejected outside pressure over its weapons programme. The declaration signals Pyongyang has no intention of negotiating away its arsenal, and comes amid renewed international concern over its missile tests and deepening standoff with the US and its allies.

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    Macron tells UN Gaza is 'a spectacle that shames us all'●Gaza : Emmanuel Macron dénonce devant l'ONU "un spectacle qui nous fait honte à tous"▶youtubeWarMiddle East364.1K1 h ago

    French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the UN General Assembly, denouncing the situation in Gaza as "a spectacle that shames us all". The strong language from a leading Western leader drew wide attention, coming amid ongoing international debate over the war, the humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian territory, and the failure of diplomatic efforts to halt the fighting.

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    Pezeshkian sets out Iran's red lines at UN General Assembly●Pezeshkian Draws Iran’s Red Lines at UNGA 80 — Nuclear Weapons, Israel and Regional Security | APT▶youtubeWarNuclear1.2M1 h ago

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, where he reportedly outlined Iran's red lines on nuclear weapons, Israel and regional security. The speech drew wide attention, with viewership exceeding 1.2 million, as audiences watched for signals of Tehran's stance on its nuclear program and tensions with Israel amid ongoing regional instability.

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    Pezeshkian tells UN Iran is not seeking a nuclear bomb●Pezeshkian’s UNGA 80 Message — No Nuclear Bomb, Regional Security and ‘Peace Through Strength’ | APT▶youtubeWorldUnited Nations1.2M2 h ago

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian used his address to the 80th UN General Assembly to declare that Iran is not pursuing a nuclear bomb, framing the message around regional security and a doctrine of 'peace through strength'. The speech drew wide attention, with viewers debating whether Tehran's assurances signal a genuine shift or a diplomatic posture amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear programme.

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    Trump Says He Offered Iran 'Nothing' in Nuclear Talks▼Trump Says He Offered Iran ‘Nothing’ as Conflicting Reports Cloud Nuclear Talks✉newsWarNuclear9 min ago

    Donald Trump says he offered Iran 'nothing' amid confusion over the state of nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran. Conflicting reports have emerged about what proposals, if any, were put on the table, leaving the direction of the talks unclear. Observers are watching closely for clarification from either side on the actual status of diplomacy over Iran's nuclear programme.

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    Iran's Pezeshkian Pledges Never to Build Nuclear Bomb Ahead of UNGA●Before UNGA 81, Pezeshkian’s Nuclear Pledge — ‘We Will Never Seek to Build a Nuclear Bomb’ | APT▶youtubeWorldUnited Nations1.2M8 min ago

    Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared ahead of the 81st UN General Assembly that Iran 'will never seek to build a nuclear bomb'. The statement comes as world leaders prepare to gather in New York, with Iran's nuclear programme and ongoing talks over sanctions and inspections expected to feature prominently on the agenda.

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    Donald Trump has denied that the United States offered Iran sanctions relief in exchange for concessions on its nuclear programme. The denial comes amid ongoing debate over Washington's approach to Tehran's nuclear file, and is drawing attention from observers tracking US-Iran relations and the prospects for any renewed nuclear diplomacy between the two countries.

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    Trump ready to ease Iran sanctions for nuclear concessions▼Trump ready to ease sanctions against Iran in exchange for nuclear concessions - Axios✉newsWarNuclear1 h ago

    According to a report by Axios, US President Donald Trump is prepared to ease sanctions against Iran in exchange for concessions on its nuclear programme. The reported offer signals a possible opening in stalled negotiations between Washington and Tehran, with sanctions relief positioned as leverage to curb Iranian nuclear activities.

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    Macron rejects Trump's Gaza peace proposal●“Esa paz no existe”: Emmanuel Macron responde a Donald Trump y cuestiona su propuesta para Gaza▶youtubeWarMiddle East371.1K2 h ago

    French President Emmanuel Macron has publicly responded to Donald Trump's plan for Gaza, saying the peace it promises does not exist. Macron questioned the viability of the proposal, deepening a rift between European allies and the US administration over the future of the Palestinian territory. The comments have drawn wide attention across Spanish-language media, with debate focusing on whether a lasting Gaza settlement is achievable under Trump's framework and how far France and other European governments are willing to distance themselves from Washington's approach to the conflict.

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    Iran's Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators Over Nuclear Talks●🔴 BREAKING Iran’s Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators Amid US Nuclear Stance Iran’s foreign minister Araghchi met with QatarMmastodonWarNuclear31 h ago

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Qatari mediators to discuss nuclear negotiations, according to breaking reports. The meeting comes as a US official said no deal would be reached unless nuclear issues are addressed, while Tehran waits for further developments. Qatar has often served as an intermediary between Iran and the United States in nuclear diplomacy.

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    Zelensky says crews working nonstop after Russian strikes●Work to address the aftermath of Russian strikes in our cities and communities is continuing virtually nonstop. They are𝕏xFRWarUkraine1.2K5 h ago

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says emergency teams are working virtually nonstop to deal with the aftermath of Russian strikes on cities and communities. He called Russia's forces terrorists targeting civilians and purely civilian sites day and night, citing damage in Kyiv including a depot at Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi railway station.

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    US nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia allows uranium enrichment●The U.S. just signed a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia that could let the kingdom enrich its own uranium, skipping the "gMmastodonWarNuclear41 h ago

    The United States has signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia that could permit the kingdom to enrich its own uranium, bypassing the stricter 'gold standard' safeguards Washington required of the UAE in 2009. Lawmakers from both parties are raising alarms, warning the weaker terms could fuel nuclear proliferation pressures across the Middle East.

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    Pollster Enten assesses Trump's drop to new polling low●'Stunning numbers': Enten evaluates Trump's new polling low▶youtubeWorldPolitics1.7M10 min ago

    CNN's Harry Enten, the network's senior data reporter, has highlighted what he called 'stunning numbers' showing President Trump reaching a new low in polling. The analysis points to declining support in recent surveys, and the figures are drawing wide attention as commentators weigh what they mean for Trump's standing and the political road ahead.

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    Iran's Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators Amid Nuclear Standoff●🟠 UPDATE Iran’s Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators Amid US Nuclear Stance Iran proposed a seven-day plan to reopen the StraMmastodonWorldDiplomacy31 h ago

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Qatari mediators as Tehran floated a seven-day plan to de-escalate: reopening the Strait of Hormuz on day six and resuming nuclear talks on day seven. The United States rejected the proposal, leaving the diplomatic path uncertain amid rising tensions over Iran's nuclear programme and the strategic waterway.

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    Strikes hit Sudan cities as army chief defies US visa ban▼Strikes hit Sudan cities as army chief defiant after US visa snub✉newsWarSudan1 h ago

    Airstrikes have struck several Sudanese cities as the country's war between the army and the Rapid Support Forces continues. Army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan remains defiant after the United States imposed a visa ban on him and other Sudanese officials over the conflict, which has caused one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Commentators see the US sanctions as so far failing to shift the military's stance.

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    Iran's Araghchi Holds Talks With Qatari Mediators on US Nuclear Response●🟠 UPDATE Iran’s Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators Amid US Nuclear Stance Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmedMmastodonWorldDiplomacy54 h ago

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed further indirect talks between Tehran and Washington, conducted through Qatari mediators, amid ongoing disputes over Iran's nuclear programme. Araghchi said Iran is awaiting an official reply from the United States, with a response expected by Tuesday. The talks follow a period of heightened tension over nuclear negotiations between the two countries, which have no direct diplomatic relations and rely on intermediaries such as Qatar for communication.

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    SpaceX Starship Flight 14 Recap in 15 Minutes●SpaceX Starship Flight 14: Everything that Happened in 15 Minutes▶youtubeScienceSpace920.3K56 min ago

    SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on Flight 14, and a full 15-minute breakdown of the mission is drawing large audiences. Coverage walks through every stage of the test flight, from liftoff through the rocket's performance. Viewers are following closely as each Starship flight is treated as a key step toward future deep-space missions, including SpaceX's long-term plans for Mars.

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    US Warns of Russian Nuclear Weapons in Orbit●Russian Nukes in Orbit: The US Alert | 24H Pujadas▶youtubeWarNuclear276.4K2 h ago

    A US alert about Russia allegedly developing or deploying nuclear weapons in orbit is drawing widespread attention. The news, featured in a French broadcast by 24H Pujadas on LCI, has sparked concern about a possible violation of the Outer Space Treaty and renewed tensions between Washington and Moscow. Details of the alleged capability remain limited, and officials have not confirmed the exact nature of the threat.

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    Iran Says Draft US Deal Includes Oil Sanctions Waiver▼Iran Says Draft US Deal Includes Oil Sanctions Waiver, Nuclear Limits and Asset Release✉newsWarNuclear4 h ago

    Iran says a draft agreement under negotiation with the United States would include a waiver on oil sanctions, limits on its nuclear programme and the release of frozen assets. The reported terms suggest progress in talks, though neither Washington nor Tehran has confirmed a final text. Officials and analysts are weighing whether the framework could ease tensions over Iran's nuclear activities and its oil exports.

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    North Korea blames U.S. for worsening nuclear crisis▼N. Korea blames U.S. for 'worse crisis' in nuclear order, justifies its arsenal✉newsWarNuclear4 h ago

    North Korea has accused the United States of creating a 'worse crisis' in the global nuclear order, using the claim to justify its own nuclear arsenal. The statement, reported by Yonhap News Agency, repeats Pyongyang's long-standing argument that American hostility and pressure leave it no choice but to expand and maintain its weapons program. It comes amid continued tensions over North Korea's weapons development and stalled diplomatic efforts.

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    Iran's Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators Amid Nuclear Stalemate●🟠 UPDATE Iran’s Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators Amid US Nuclear Stance Iranian and U.S. officials met separately with meMmastodonWorldDiplomacy34 h ago

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Qatari mediators as Iranian and US officials held separate talks through intermediaries, pushing toward a possible ceasefire. The diplomacy comes as Washington maintains a hard line on Iran's nuclear programme, while Middle Eastern crude exports have rebounded to wartime highs, signalling markets are watching the negotiations closely.

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    Trump says US should tolerate possible Iranian nuclear strike▼Trump offers Iran war naysayers an extreme endgame: ‘Let them hit us with a nuclear weapon’✉newsWar2 h ago

    Donald Trump has reportedly dismissed critics of a potential war with Iran by suggesting the US should be willing to absorb even a nuclear attack, saying 'let them hit us with a nuclear weapon'. The remark, reported by The Independent, has drawn attention for its extreme framing of the endgame in any confrontation with Iran, amid ongoing debate over US policy toward Tehran's nuclear programme.

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    Kazakhstan has offered to host talks on nuclear arms, according to regional reporting. The proposal, if confirmed, would place the Central Asian nation — itself a former nuclear weapons state that gave up its arsenal after independence — in the role of mediator at a time of renewed global concern over nuclear arms control.

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    Japan defense chief again puts 'nuclear taboo' in spotlight▼Japan defense chief again puts ‘nuclear taboo’ in spotlight✉newsWarNuclear1 h ago

    Japan's defense minister has once again drawn attention to the 'nuclear taboo', the long-standing norm against using nuclear weapons. According to the Japan Times, this is a renewed comment rather than a first, putting the issue back into public debate. The remarks come amid ongoing global concern over nuclear rhetoric and deterrence, prompting discussion about Japan's security posture and regional tensions.

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    North Korea blames U.S. for global nuclear crisis▼North Korea blames U.S. for driving global nuclear order into 'worst crisis'✉newsWarNuclear5 h ago

    North Korea has accused the United States of pushing the global nuclear order into its 'worst crisis', according to state statements reported by Korea JoongAng Daily. The charge reflects Pyongyang's long-standing claim that American policies, including alliance-based nuclear extended deterrence, are heightening nuclear tensions worldwide.

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    Google Maps satellite images reveal scale of destruction in Gaza●# GoogleMaps schaltet neue Satellitenbilder frei: Die folgenschwere Zerstörung in # Gaza ist nun für jeden sichtbar HierMmastodonWarMiddle East75 h ago

    Google Maps has released new satellite imagery of the Gaza Strip, making the extent of destruction in cities like Rafah visible to anyone with an internet connection. Users comparing old and new images describe neighbourhoods reduced to rubble, with playgrounds, pharmacies and mosques reduced to ruins. The update has drawn attention on social media, where people say the imagery documents the devastation of the territory in unprecedented public detail.

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    Putin reportedly preparing base for doomsday nuclear strikes▼Revealed: Putin is preparing a base for doomsday nuclear strikes✉newsWarNuclear1 h ago

    The Times reports that Vladimir Putin is preparing a base intended for so-called doomsday nuclear strikes, according to a new revelation published by the paper. The report has drawn attention amid ongoing tensions over Russia's nuclear posture and the war in Ukraine, renewing debate about Russian strategic weapons preparations.

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    Iran's Araghchi meets Qatari mediators amid US nuclear talks push●Iran’s Araghchi meets Qatari mediators as US calls for nuclear talks✉newsWar6 h ago

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Qatari mediators in Doha as Washington presses for renewed negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme. Qatar has acted as a key intermediary between Tehran and Washington in past exchanges. The meeting comes amid heightened regional tension, and observers are watching for any signal that direct nuclear talks between Iran and the United States might resume.

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    Alphabet files legal challenge against EU Android and search orders●Google: Alphabet klagt gegen EU-Anordnungen zu Android und Suche Google-Mutter Alphabet fechtet zwei Anordnungen der EUMmastodonTechnologyMobile42 h ago

    Google's parent company Alphabet has filed a legal challenge against two European Union orders requiring the company to give AI and search competitors access to Android and to its search data. The dispute centres on how far the EU can force dominant platforms to open up mobile and search infrastructure to rivals, and it adds to Alphabet's growing regulatory battles with Brussels.

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    Rubio warns Iran would 'blackmail the world' with nuclear weapon▼Rubio says Iran would 'blackmail the world' if it had a nuclear weapon✉newsWarNuclear1 h ago

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran would 'blackmail the world' if it acquired a nuclear weapon, reinforcing Washington's position that Tehran must never obtain one. The remark adds to ongoing tensions over Iran's nuclear programme and the future of diplomatic efforts to curb it, with officials framing the issue as a global security threat.

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    Kazakhstan's nuclear diplomacy offered as model for Iran talks●Kazakhstan’s nuclear diplomacy experience offers a rare model as talks over Iran’s uranium stockpile face growing techniMmastodonWarNuclear41 h ago

    Kazakhstan's experience in nuclear diplomacy is being put forward as a rare workable model for resolving the standoff over Iran's uranium stockpile. Analysts argue Kazakhstan's history of voluntarily giving up Soviet-era nuclear weapons and mediating non-proliferation issues offers lessons, as talks over Iran's enriched uranium face growing technical and political hurdles.

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    Iran's Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators as Oil Prices Rise●🟠 UPDATE Iran’s Araghchi Meets Qatari Mediators Amid US Nuclear Stance Oil prices rose due to Iranian pessimism about aMmastodonWorldDiplomacy34 h ago

    Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Qatari mediators amid stalled nuclear talks with the United States. Oil prices extended gains as concerns grew over Middle East supply, with Tehran reportedly pessimistic about reaching a deal before the US midterm elections. The talks are being closely watched for their impact on regional stability and energy markets.

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    Goalkeeper refuses to save controversial last-minute penalty●CRAZY SCENES as goalkeeper refuses to save controversial last-minute penalty▶youtubeSportSoccer1.7M38 min ago

    A goalkeeper refused to save a controversial last-minute penalty, causing wild scenes at the end of a football match. The unusual decision, captured in the match's final moments, has become one of the most talked-about stories in football, with fans debating whether the player acted out of protest, sportsmanship or frustration with the refereeing call that awarded the spot-kick.

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    Italy approves law to restart nuclear energy production●Italy has approved a law that will once again allow the country to produce nuclear energy, nearly four decades after it𝕏xITWarNuclear2991 h ago

    Italy has approved a law that will once again allow the country to produce nuclear energy, reversing a ban in place for nearly four decades. The move marks a major shift in Italian energy policy and opens the door to reintroducing nuclear power as part of the country's energy mix, decades after reactors were shut down following a public referendum.

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    Federal bulletin warns of terrorist threat ahead of 9/11 anniversary●Federal bulletin issued ahead of 9/11 anniversary warns foreign terrorist groups continue to encourage attacks✉newsWarTerrorism2 h ago

    Federal authorities have issued a security bulletin ahead of the September 11 anniversary, warning that foreign terrorist organizations continue to encourage attacks in the United States. The notice, reported by ABC News, highlights ongoing propaganda and calls for violence by extremist groups abroad, urging law enforcement and the public to remain vigilant around commemorations.

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    Russia blocks UN access to occupied Oleshky as civilians face shortages●"Russia continues to deny the UN and other humanitarian groups safe access to occupied Oleshky. Thousands of civilians,MmastodonWorldUnited Nations26 h ago

    Russia continues to deny the UN and other humanitarian organisations safe access to Oleshky, a Ukrainian city under Russian occupation. Thousands of civilians, including children, reportedly face shortages of food and medicine, with limited medical care, running water and electricity. Observers are warning of a worsening humanitarian situation in the occupied city.

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    CATL Unveils EV Battery With Six-Minute Charge and 1,000-km Range▼TECHNOLOGY: China’s CATL Debuts EV Battery With Speedy Six-Minute Recharge and a 1,000-km Range✉newsLifeAutos18 min ago

    Chinese battery giant CATL has unveiled a new electric vehicle battery capable of recharging in about six minutes while delivering a range of roughly 1,000 kilometres (about 620 miles). The announcement positions the company at the front of the race to ease driver concerns over charging times and range anxiety, and is likely to put pressure on Western automakers and battery rivals racing to match the technology.

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    Council of Europe roundtable to examine Russia's 'fake' Duma elections▼Russia’s “fake” Duma elections on menu for roundtable discussion in Strasbourg✉newsWorldHuman Rights6 min ago

    The Council of Europe is hosting a roundtable in Strasbourg focused on Russia's State Duma elections, which the organisation has described as fake. The discussion forms part of the Council's continued scrutiny of Russia's political system and electoral integrity, amid broader tensions between Moscow and European institutions over democracy and human rights standards.

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