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August 9, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

02

Houthis strike Jazan refinery

Jazan · Jazan Province · Saudi Arabia

Yemen's Houthi movement said on August 9, 2026, that it attacked an Aramco oil refinery in Jazan, Saudi Arabia, using a drone. Saudi authorities reported that a fire occurred at the facil...

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June 22, 2026 Politics

Keir Starmer resigns

London · England

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party and stated that he would step down as prime minister once a successor is chosen. The announceme...

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June 20, 2026 Breaking

Albania protest movement

Albania

Large protests took place across Albania, particularly in Tirana and coastal regions, as opposition supporters, activists, and local communities gathered to express dissatisfaction with g...

June 18, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

05

Israeli government criticizes Trump Iran deal

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Israeli political leaders and government officials expressed strong concerns following President Donald Trump's announcement of a new agreement with Iran intended to end hostilities and e...

April 5, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Palestinian farmer killed by Israeli settlers

West Bank · Palestine

A Palestinian farmer was shot and killed by Israeli settlers on his family’s land in the West Bank on April 5, 2026, according to reports from local sources. The incident occurred in the ...

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April 3, 2026 Politics

Muslim countries criticize Israel death penalty law

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Eight Muslim-majority countries issued a joint statement on April 3, 2026, condemning Israel’s passage of a law allowing the death penalty for West Bank Palestinians convicted of lethal a...

April 3, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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IDF says Hezbollah disarmament unrealistic

Tel Aviv · Israel

The Israel Defense Forces stated that fully disarming Hezbollah in Lebanon is not considered achievable under current military operations, according to reports published on April 3, 2026....

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March 30, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

09

Israeli Defense Minister Outlines Lebanon Plan

Lebanon

Israel’s defense minister stated on March 30, 2026, that the military has developed plans to occupy portions of southern Lebanon. The remarks were made amid ongoing tensions along the Isr...

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March 30, 2026 Breaking

Israel reverses course on Palm Sunday

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On March 29, 2026, Israeli police initially barred senior Catholic leaders, including Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, from entering the Church of the H...

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March 29, 2026 Breaking

Israeli police block Palm Sunday

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On March 29, 2026, Israeli police prevented senior Catholic leaders from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem to celebrate Palm Sunday Mass. The Latin Patriarch of Jerus...

March 21, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

12

U.S. evaluates potential seizure of Iran’s Kharg Island

Bushehr province · Iran

The United States government is reported to be considering actions related to Iran’s Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, according to officials familiar with discussions on March 21, 2026. ...

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March 10, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Israel launches air and ground campaign in southern Lebanon

Southern Lebanon Border · Maroun al-Ras · Nabatieh Governorate · Lebanon

As of March 10, 2026, Israel has launched a severe air campaign and a ground incursion into southern Lebanon following retaliatory attacks by Hezbollah. The escalation comes after tension...

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Rmeish · South Governorate · Lebanon

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March 9, 2026 Breaking

Maronite priest killed by Israeli tank fire in southern Lebanon

A Lebanese Maronite Catholic priest was killed after Israeli tank fire struck a home in the southern Lebanese village of Al-Qlayaa near the border with Israel. Father Pierre al-Rai died f...

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March 8, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

15

Israel Retains Bodies Of Deceased Prisoners Until Sentence Completion

As of March 2026, Israeli authorities have been retaining the bodies of prisoners who die while serving sentences, holding them until the official sentence period is completed. This polic...

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March 8, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Israeli Authorities Evacuate Settlers From Areas Surrounding Al Aqsa Mosque

Jerusalem · Jerusalem District · Israel

On March 8, 2026, Israeli authorities began evacuating Israeli settlers and non-resident civilians from areas surrounding the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in the Old City of Jerusalem. The eva...

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March 6, 2026 Politics

Trump says Cuba may fall soon

United States President Donald Trump stated on March 6, 2026, that Cuba “is going to fall pretty soon” during a phone interview discussing foreign policy and ongoing international develop...

March 3, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

18

Iran alleges Israeli false-flag Aramco attack.

Abqaiq · Eastern Province · Saudi Arabia

On March 2, 2026, a drone attack targeted the Ras Tanura oil refinery, owned and operated by Saudi Aramco, causing a limited fire that was quickly brought under control and prompting a te...

2026 aramco attack conflict denial drone

February 28, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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U.S. and Israeli Military Operations in Iran Report Deaths on All Sides

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U.S. and Israeli Military Operations in Iran Report Deaths on All Sides On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched coordinated military operations against targets in Ira...

February 28, 2026 Breaking

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Donald Trump Says Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Is Dead

Washington · District of Columbia · United States

Donald Trump Says Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Is Dead On February 28, 2026, United States President Donald Trump announced on social media that Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali...

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February 27, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Violence and destruction reported in West Bank villages

West Bank · Ramallah · Palestine

On February 27, 2026, reports from the occupied West Bank indicated that illegal Israeli settlers uprooted hundreds of Palestinian-owned olive trees and assaulted local residents. The inc...

2026 assault attack breaking civilians conflict

February 25, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Israeli forces arrest three Palestinians; settlers attack town south of Hebron

Hebron · West Bank · Palestine

Israeli forces arrested three Palestinians during operations conducted in areas of the occupied West Bank, according to security and local sources. The arrests were reported near the cit...

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February 24, 2026 Politics

23

Iran Nears Deal to Acquire Chinese CM-302 Supersonic Missiles

Beijing · China

Iran Nears Deal to Acquire Chinese CM-302 Supersonic Missiles In February 2026, multiple international news outlets reported that Iran is close to finalizing an agreement to purchase **C...

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February 15, 2026 Politics

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Justin Trudeau's legacy

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February 12, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Palestinians Wounded and Killed by Israeli Forces During Ongoing Gaza Violence

Gaza City · Gaza Strip · Palestine

On February 12, 2026, Israeli military forces opened fire in parts of the Gaza Strip despite an existing ceasefire, resulting in new casualties among Palestinian civilians. Medical source...

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February 11, 2026 Breaking

26

Iranians Burn Statue of Baal During Revolution Anniversary Demonstrations

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On February 11, 2026, state‑organised rallies marking the 47th anniversary of the 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran featured demonstrators burning a large statue described as “Baal,” a figu...

February 8, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Israeli raids and clashes reported in the West Bank

Nablus · West Bank · Palestine

Israeli raids and clashes reported in the West Bank On February 8, 2026, multiple raids and clashes were reported in the occupied West Bank involving Israeli forces and settler...

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February 6, 2026 Finance

Central banks increase gold reserves at fastest pace in decades

Central banks increase gold reserves at fastest pace in decades On February 22, 2026, the World Gold Council reported that central banks globally added gold to their reserves a...

29

Southern Lebanon Border · Maroun al-Ras · Nabatieh Governorate · Lebanon

Israel expands buffer zone operations along Lebanon border

Israel expands buffer zone operations along Lebanon border In mid-February 2026, the Israel Defense Forces announced an expansion of buffer zone operations along sections of th...

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Deir ez-Zor · Deir ez-Zor Governorate · Syria

United States conducts limited airstrikes in Syria targeting Iran-linked militias

U.S. conducts limited airstrikes in Syria targeting Iran-linked militias In mid-February 2026, the United States military carried out limited airstrikes in eastern Syria target...

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Yerevan · Yerevan Province · Armenia

Armenia reports new border incidents with Azerbaijan after talks stall

Armenia reports new border incidents with Azerbaijan after talks stall In February 2026, Armenian defense officials reported multiple incidents along sections of the Armenia-Az...

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February 6, 2026 Politics

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European Parliament raises concerns over NATO military transparency

European Parliament · Brussels · Brussels-Capital Region · Belgium

European Parliament raises concerns over NATO military transparency In early February 2026, members of the European Parliament raised concerns during committee discussions rega...

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February 6, 2026 Politics

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United States Congress extends secrecy deadlines on federal records requests

United States Capitol · Washington · District of Columbia · United States

U.S. Congress quietly extends secrecy deadlines on federal records requests In late January 2026, congressional committees approved procedural measures allowing federal agencie...

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Gaza City · Gaza Strip · Palestine

IDF Says It Struck ‘Terror Infrastructure’ in Gaza After Troops Fired Upon

IDF Says It Struck ‘Terror Infrastructure’ in Gaza After Troops Fired Upon On February 6, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced it conducted targeted strikes against ...

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February 5, 2026 Politics

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Expiration of the New START Nuclear Arms Control Treaty and Diplomacy with Iran

Expiration of the New START Nuclear Arms Control Treaty and Diplomacy with Iran On February 5, 2026, the last remaining nuclear arms control treaty between the United States and Russia, ...

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February 4, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

36

Deadly pager explosion rocks Beirut, Lebanon

Beirut · Beirut Governorate · Lebanon

Deadly pager explosion rocks Beirut, Lebanon On February 4, 2026, a large explosion involving a pager device occurred in Beirut, Lebanon, killing at least 27 people, including ...

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February 2, 2026 Breaking

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IDF Blocks Palestinian Bedouins From Rebuilding Homes Burned By Settlers

Hebron · West Bank · Palestine

IDF Blocks Palestinian Bedouins From Rebuilding Homes Burned By Settlers In early February 2026 the Israel Defense Forces issued orders preventing Palestinian Bedouin residents of the We...

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February 1, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Israel’s Occupation of Palestine: A Timeline

Jerusalem · Jerusalem District · Israel / Palestine

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Strait of Hormuz · Persian Gulf · International Waters

Iran Announces Live‑Fire Naval Drills Near U.S. Warships in Strait of Hormuz

Iran Announces Live‑Fire Naval Drills Near U.S. Warships in Strait of Hormuz Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced a two‑day live‑fire naval exercise in the...

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January 31, 2026 Politics

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Danish Protests Erupt Over Trump Remarks and Greenland Dispute

Copenhagen · Capital Region · Denmark

Danish Protests Erupt Over Trump Remarks and Greenland Dispute On January 31, 2026, large protests took place in Copenhagen, Denmark, and other Danish cities in response to rec...

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Explosions in Iran Leave Several Dead Amid Denials of Foreign Involvement

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Explosions in Iran Leave Several Dead Amid Denials of Foreign Involvement On Saturday, explosions were reported in multiple locations in Iran, including the southern port city ...

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January 31, 2026 Finance

Geopolitical Fragmentation Reshapes Global Financial Flows and Investment Patterns

Geopolitical Fragmentation Reshapes Global Financial Flows and Investment Patterns Recent analyses from international organisations and economic researchers indicate that globa...

43

West Bank · Hebron · Palestine

West Bank Building Damaged by Fire Amid Settler Tensions

West Bank Building Damaged by Fire Amid Settler Tensions Residents of a village in the West Bank reported that a building in the area was damaged by fire. Local eyewitnesses st...

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Israel Defense Forces Headquarters (Kirya) · Tel Aviv · Tel Aviv District · Israel

Children of Foreign Workers Join IDF Amid Manpower Shortages

Children of Foreign Workers Join IDF Amid Manpower Shortages Reports indicate that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has faced increased recruitment needs due to ongoing operatio...

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January 29, 2026 Politics

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Iran rejects Trump’s threats, says ready to respond to any US attack

2026 araghchi armada armedforces ballistic deal

Iran rejects Trump’s threats, says ready to respond to any US attack On January 29, 2026, Iranian officials publicly responded to threats of possible U.S. military action, stating that t...

January 29, 2026 Politics

46

Vietnam and EU Elevate Diplomatic Relations Amid Strategic Realignment

Vietnam and EU Elevate Diplomatic Relations Amid Strategic Realignment On January 29, 2026, Vietnam and the European Union officially upgraded their diplomatic relationship, an...

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January 28, 2026 Politics

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Trump Warns Iran to Negotiate Nuclear Deal Amid Military Tensions

On January 28, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran to negotiate a nuclear deal or face consequences that would be “far worse” than previous military actions, according to Reuter...

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January 26, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Idf targets hezbollah positions in lebanon amid ongoing northern tensions

Maroun al Ras · Nabatieh Governorate · Lebanon

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted a series of strikes against Hezbollah targets near Tyre in southern Lebanon, including weapons storage sites, command infrastructure, and suspect...

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January 25, 2026 Politics

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World economic forum debates geopolitical tensions and trade rifts

Leaders at the 56th annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, engaged in high-level discussions on global security, economic growth, and geopolitical competition. The forum took ...

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January 25, 2026 Politics

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56th World Economic Forum concludes amid geopolitical tensions

Davos Congress Centre · Davos · Graubünden · Switzerland

On January 26, 2026, the 56th World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland concluded after a week of sessions involving global political and business leaders. The forum featured discussions...

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January 24, 2026 Breaking

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Israeli settlers reportedly beat residents on West Bank outskirts

Hebron · Hebron Governorate · Palestine

On January 24, 2026, multiple news sources reported that Israeli settlers allegedly beat three residents, including a 70‑year‑old man, on the outskirts of a town in the occupied West Bank...

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January 24, 2026 Politics

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U.S. threatens 100% tariffs on Canadian imports over trade deal

On January 24, 2026, United States President Donald Trump threatened to impose 100% tariffs on goods imported from Canada in response to Canada’s potential new trade deal with China. Trum...

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January 20, 2026 Breaking

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Trump Posts Macron Texts and Threatens Canada, Britain

U.S. President Donald Trump posted a series of messages on his Truth Social platform in which he shared private texts from French President Emmanuel Macron and the NATO Secretary‑General ...

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January 20, 2026 Finance

Global Markets Slide as Tariff Threats Shake Investor Confidence

Global financial markets experienced a widespread downturn today as renewed geopolitical tensions and potential tariff impositions rattled investor confidence. Major U.S. stock indexes we...

January 20, 2026 Politics

55

Global Tensions Rise at Davos Over U.S.–Europe Relations

Political tensions intensified today at the World Economic Forum in Davos as disagreements between the United States and several European nations dominated discussions. Controversial stat...

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January 19, 2026 Politics

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European governments united in rejecting coercion

European Officials Reject U.S. Tariff Blackmail and Push for Unity European finance ministers from Germany and France publicly rejected U.S. tariff threats as “blackmail” amid rising ten...

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January 19, 2026 Breaking

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Trump tariff threats intensify transatlantic tensions

Trump Links Greenland Push to Nobel Snub, EU Considers Retaliatory Tariffs On January 19, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump linked his campaign to assert control over Greenland to his fa...

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January 18, 2026 Politics

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Ugandan Post-Election Protests and Clashes

Independence Monument · Kampala · Central Region · Uganda

On January 16, 2026, large protests erupted in Kampala and other parts of Uganda following disputed results of the 2026 general election. Clashes between opposition supporters and securit...

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January 18, 2026 Finance

EU Plans Tariffs Against U.S. After Greenland Dispute

On January 17, 2026, European Union capitals prepared a package of tariffs and market restrictions worth up to 93 billion euros aimed at the United States in response to President Donald ...

January 15, 2026 Politics

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Escalation of U.S.–Iran Tensions and Airspace Disruptions

On January 15, 2026, tensions between the United States and Iran escalated following renewed threats from U.S. leadership and regional military repositioning. Iran temporarily closed port...

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December 5, 2025 Breaking

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Historic Visit of Over 1,000 Christian Pastors to Israel in 2025

Jerusalem · Jerusalem District · Israel

In December 2025, more than 1,000 evangelical Christian pastors and influencers from the United States made a coordinated visit to Israel, described by organizers as the largest delegatio...

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November 25, 2025 Politics

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Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces Resignation After Public Split With Trump

On November 21, 2025, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican congresswoman from Georgia known for her outspoken views, announced she will resign from the U.S. House of Repres...

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October 30, 2025 Breaking

63

Ultra-Orthodox protest military conscription in Jerusalem

2025 conflict conscription crowd deaths demonstration

On October 30, 2025, around 200,000 ultra-Orthodox men gathered in Jerusalem to protest against military conscription policies. The event was presented as a prayer rally but included demo...

October 10, 2025 Wars & Conflicts

64

Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect After Israel Approves Deal

Gaza Strip · Gaza City · Palestine

Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect After Israel Approves Deal On October 10, 2025, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip officially went into effect after the Israeli governmen...

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Washington · District of Columbia · United States

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August 8, 2025 Politics

Trump Armenia–Albania Confusion Statement

Trump Armenia–Albania Confusion Statement On August 8, 2025, United States President Donald Trump announced at the White House a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan aimed at r...

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World Forum Convention Center · The Hague · South Holland · Netherlands

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June 24, 2025 Politics

2025 The Hague NATO Summit

2025 NATO Summit in The Hague Focuses on Defence Spending and Strategic Cooperation The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) held its 2025 summit in The Hague, Netherlands, on June ...

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Allentown · Pennsylvania · United States

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June 13, 2025 Politics

Allentown Noose Incident Allegedly Planted by City Worker

Allentown Noose Incident Allegedly Planted by City Worker (USA, 2025) In June 2025, a female city employee in Allentown, Pennsylvania, reported discovering a noose hanging at h...

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November 18, 2024 Breaking

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Ayman Odeh Calls Netanyahu A Serial Killer Of Peace And Is Removed From Knesset Podium

Knesset · Jerusalem · Jerusalem District · Israel

Ayman Odeh Calls Netanyahu A Serial Killer Of Peace In Knesset Speech On November 18, 2024, Ayman Odeh, a member of the Israeli Knesset and leader of the Hadash‑Ta’al party, addr...

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March 16, 2023 Breaking

Rachel Corrie Killed During Gaza Protest

Rafah · Palestine

Rachel Corrie, an American activist, was killed in Rafah, Gaza Strip, while participating in a protest against the demolition of Palestinian homes. The incident occurred on March 16, 2003...

September 26, 2022 Wars & Conflicts

70

Nord Stream pipeline sabotage confirmed

The Nord Stream pipelines are two major natural gas pipelines, Nord Stream 1 and Nord Stream 2, running under the Baltic Sea from Russia to Germany. The pipelines were designed to transpo...

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October 10, 2019 Politics

71

Mysterious Death of Germanicus

Antioch · Asia Minor · Roman Empire

Germanicus, a prominent Roman general and heir apparent, died under suspicious circumstances in Antioch. His death sparked rumors of poisoning and political intrigue involving high-rankin...

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August 1, 2016 Breaking

Israeli soldiers bicycle incident Hebron

Hebron · Palestine

A video documented by the Israeli human rights organization B’Tselem shows an incident in which Israeli Border Police officers interact with a Palestinian child’s bicycle in Hebron, in th...

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73

January 1, 2005 Breaking

Samuel Little and media visibility

United States

Media coverage and public recognition of serial homicide have been examined by criminologists and researchers studying race, victim demographics, offender characteristics, and news report...

October 21, 1993 Wars & Conflicts

74

1993 Burundi Genocide Overview

Bujumbura · Bujumbura Mairie · Burundi

In 1993, Burundi experienced a brutal ethnic conflict that resulted in a genocide primarily targeting the Hutu population. The violence erupted after the assassination of the first democr...

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November 10, 1975 Breaking

75

United Nations Passes Resolution 3379 Equating Zionism With Racism

United Nations Headquarters · New York City · New York · United States

UN Resolution 3379 On Zionism And Racism On November 10, 1975, the United Nations General Assembly adopted **Resolution 3379**, titled "Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discr...

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May 30, 1967 Wars & Conflicts

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Historical Overview of Biafran Mass Killings

Enugu · Enugu State · Nigeria

The Biafran mass killings occurred during the Nigerian Civil War, which lasted from 1967 to 1970. Following the secession of the southeastern provinces of Nigeria and the declaration of t...

1967 1970 africa biafra blockade civil war

January 12, 1964 Wars & Conflicts

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Zanzibar 1964 Revolution Massacre

Zanzibar City · Zanzibar Urban · Tanzania

The Zanzibar Massacre occurred in January 1964 following the Zanzibar Revolution that overthrew the Sultanate. The revolution was led by the Afro-Shirazi Party against the predominantly A...

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November 22, 1963 Breaking

78

Assassination of John F. Kennedy

Dealey Plaza · Dallas · Texas · United States

The assassination of John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, occurred on November 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas. Kennedy was fatally shot while riding in a motorcade throug...

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June 19, 1953 Wars & Conflicts

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Julius and Ethel Rosenberg Executed for Espionage

Sing Sing Prison · Ossining · New York · United States

Julius and Ethel Rosenberg Executed for Espionage On June 19, 1953, Julius Rosenberg and Ethel Rosenberg were executed at Sing Sing Prison in Ossining, New York, after being convicted of...

1953 atomic bomb coldwar communism conviction

August 7, 1933 Wars & Conflicts

80

Simele Massacre

Simele · Dohuk Governorate · Iraq

Simele Massacre On August 7, 1933, units of the Iraqi Army entered the town of Simele in northern Iraq during a military campaign targeting Assyrian communities. Tensions had escalated f...

1933 assyrian autonomy borderconflict displacement dohok

activism albania assassination balkans conflict diplomacy

81

June 13, 1920 Breaking

Avni Rustemi assassination Essad Pasha Toptani

Paris · France

On June 13, 1920, Albanian political activist Avni Rustemi shot and killed Essad Pasha Toptani in Paris, France. Essad Pasha was an Albanian Ottoman-era political and military figure who ...

October 15, 1435 Politics

82

Expulsion of Jews from Speyer

Speyer · Rhineland-Palatinate · Germany

Expulsion of Jews from Speyer On October 15, 1435, the city council of Speyer, a city within the Holy Roman Empire, issued an expulsion order for all Jewish residents. The decree require...

1435 authorities central city competition confiscation

March 8, 1371 Wars & Conflicts

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Cham Raid on Jiaozhi Settlement

Jiaozhi · Northern Vietnam · Vietnam

In early March 1371, Cham forces launched a significant raid on the Jiaozhi region of northern Vietnam. The attack targeted local settlements and disrupted the regional governance structu...

14th century ancient kingdoms border conflict cham cham-chinese relations champa

Palace of Elagabalus · Rome · Italia · Roman Empire

84

March 16, 218 Politics

Severan Dynasty's Controversial Succession

Elagabalus, also known as Varius Avitus Bassianus, was proclaimed Roman Emperor upon the death of Caracalla’s successor during the Severan dynasty. His accession marked a period of signif...

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December 26, 211 Politics

85

Assassination of Roman Emperor Geta

Alexandria · Egypt · Roman Empire

Geta, co-emperor of the Roman Empire alongside his brother Caracalla, was assassinated in Alexandria under political tension and rivalry. The murder occurred shortly after Caracalla conso...

alexandria ancient rome assassination caracalla co-emperors damnatio memoriae

March 25, 161 Wars & Conflicts

86

Roman-Parthian Conflict Initiated

Ctesiphon · Khuzestan · Iran

The Parthian War under Roman Emperor Lucius Verus began as tensions escalated between the Roman Empire and the Parthian Empire. This conflict was marked by Roman military campaigns aimed ...

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April 6, 132 Wars & Conflicts

87

Jewish Revolt Against Roman Rule

Judaea · Roman Empire

The Bar Kokhba revolt was a major Jewish uprising against the Roman Empire in the province of Judaea. The rebellion started under the leadership of Simon Bar Kokhba who was proclaimed the...

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April 7, 66 Wars & Conflicts

88

Outbreak of Judaean Revolt

City of Jerusalem · Jerusalem · Judaea Province · Roman Empire

The First Jewish–Roman War, also known as the Great Revolt, began in April 66 CE in the Roman province of Judaea. Jewish rebels rose up against the Roman administration due to mounting re...

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89

January 1, 6 Politics

Quirinius Census in Roman Judea

Judea · Roman Empire

The census conducted under Publius Sulpicius Quirinius was ordered by the Roman Empire as part of administrative reorganization following the annexation of Judea as a Roman province. This...

Published Research Nations & Civilizations

R1

Kingdom of Egypt

1922–1953 — Egypt operates as a constitutional monarchy shaped by constant competition among the palace, the Wafd Party and British power. Parliamentary government exists but repeatedly s...

Published Research Nations & Civilizations

R2

Egypt in the Eastern Roman Empire

395–641 CE — Egypt becomes part of the eastern Roman Empire centered on Constantinople, later called Byzantine. Alexandria remains one of Christianity's major intellectual centers. Intens...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

R3

Full-Scale Sino-Japanese War Begins

7 July 1937 — Fighting near the Marco Polo Bridge escalates into a major war between Japan and China. Japanese forces capture major cities including Shanghai and Nanjing, but China does n...

Published Research Kissinger investigation

R4

Kissinger and Schwab discuss global order

In May 2022, Klaus Schwab interviewed Henry Kissinger at the World Economic Forum concerning geopolitical tensions, China, Russia, Ukraine and the future international order. Schwab state...