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Fugitive financier Jho Low reportedly seeks presidential pardon from Trump

The petition, if approved, could erase outstanding American criminal charges linked to one of the world’s largest financial scandals

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Trump rules out need for China’s help as Iran tightens hold over Hormuz Strait

The United States President insists Washington can prevail in its confrontation with Iran without Chinese assistance even as diplomatic efforts stall

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UAE reportedly conducted strikes inside Iran during war as Gulf role in conflict emerges

The United Arab Emirates is reported to have carried out covert attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure during April’s conflict, marking a previously undisclos...

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Starmer faces leadership crisis as cabinet resignations, rebellion intensifies

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is confronting mounting political instability after ministerial aides resigned and dozens of Labour lawmakers openly called...

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White House correspondents’ dinner shooting suspect pleads not guilty to US Federal charges

The U.S. Department of Justice has been given until 22 June to respond to motions filed by Allen’s legal team, while the next hearing in the case is scheduled f...

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China talks to test Trump-Xi ties as Iran, Taiwan and AI dominate agenda

Trump - Xi seek to steady relations strained by trade disputes, the Iran conflict and mounting strategic rivalry

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China denounces US sanctions on firms accused of assisting Iran’s military operations

Beijing has sharply criticised new United States sanctions targeting three China-based companies accused of supporting Iran’s military activities

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Sara Duterte faces fresh impeachment battle

Sara is confronting a second impeachment attempt that could dramatically reshape the country’s political future, intensifying an already bitter power struggle w...

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US passenger tests positive as Hantavirus cruise ship outbreak prompts international health alert

A United States passenger evacuated from the MV Hondius has tested mildly positive for the Andes strain of hantavirus, as global health authorities intensify co...

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Thaksin returns to a changed Thailand as Shinawatra dynasty faces political uncertainty

The former Thai prime minister is to be released on parole after eight months in prison

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Vijay’s digital political earthquake transforms Tamil Nadu aftershock election victory

Analysts credit an unprecedented social media strategy and a vast fan network for one of the most dramatic electoral upsets in recent Indian history

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Oil surges after US-Iran talks collapse as Hormuz crisis tightens global supply

Brent crude futures climbed by US$3.21, or 3.17 per cent, to reach US$104.50 a barrel by 2203 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude rose US$3.06, or 3.21...

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Trump rejects Iran peace terms as Hormuz tensions keep energy markets on edge

Trump dismisses Iran’s latest response to a US peace proposal as “totally unacceptable”, undermining hopes of a swift end to the 10-week conflict that has desta...