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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 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 7, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Unrest follows Milan Winter Olympics opening with clashes near ceremonies

Milan · Lombardy · Italy

Unrest follows Milan Winter Olympics opening with clashes near ceremonies On February 7, 2026, hundreds of hooded demonstrators clashed with police in Milan following the opening ceremon...

2026 arrests clashes conflict demonstration environment

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 Breaking

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Iran nationwide protests escalate with high casualties

Tehran · Tehran Province · Iran

Mass protests across Iran have continued since late December 2025 amid economic hardship and political discontent, evolving into one of the largest uprisings since the 1979 Iranian Revolu...

2026 blackout casualties crackdown deaths demonstrations

January 25, 2026 Breaking

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Ongoing Iranian internet blackout as protests persist

Tehran · Tehran Province · Iran

On January 26, 2026, Iran continued to experience a near‑total internet blackout imposed by government authorities as part of efforts to suppress the 2025–2026 nationwide protests. Since ...

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January 19, 2026 Breaking

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Iran arrests: alleged mossad agents amid unrest

Iran Reports Arrests of Alleged Mossad Agents Linked to Protests Iranian authorities reported the arrest of an alleged affiliate of Israel’s Mossad intelligence service during ongoing pr...

2026 agents arrests claims confessions espionage

January 19, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Iran protests: verified death toll and internet signals mixed

Iran Considers Lifting Internet Ban as Protest Death Toll Reported As of January 19 2026, Iran is debating a partial lifting of its nationwide internet blackout that was imposed during a...

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January 18, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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Syria — Ceasefire Breaking Down

Despite a recent ceasefire agreement, heavy fighting resumed in Syria between government forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Clashes highlight the fragile nature of peace effor...

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January 18, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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West Bank Violence in Palestinian Village

On January 17, 2026, a violent incident was reported in the occupied West Bank village of Khirbet al-Sidra in which homes and vehicles were set on fire. Video footage captured the attack ...

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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 15, 2026 Wars & Conflicts

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U.S. Federal Authorities Consider Insurrection Act Amid Minneapolis Unrest

Minneapolis Police Department Third Precinct · Minneapolis · Minnesota · United States

On January 15, 2026, U.S. federal authorities signaled potential consideration of the Insurrection Act following escalating unrest in Minneapolis related to federal law enforcement operat...

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December 25, 2023 Wars & Conflicts

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Israel conducts raids in Bethlehem during Christmas period

Bethlehem · Bethlehem, West Bank · Palestine

Israeli forces carried out raids in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank during the Christmas period, according to local reports from December 25, 2023. Bethlehem, located in the West Bank...

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June 24, 2022 Breaking

Jewish Perspectives on Abortion and Religious Rights

Jewish Perspectives on Abortion and Religious Rights Jewish texts and legal traditions have multiple views on abortion, often rooted in the interpretation of Torah and rabbinic...

Washington · District of Columbia · United States

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January 6, 2021 Breaking

Storming of the U.S. Capitol During Electoral Certification

On January 6, 2021, a violent mob of supporters of then-President Donald Trump stormed the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C., while Congress was meeting to certify the Electoral C...

2021 accountability arrests authority breach capitol

Minneapolis · Minnesota · United States

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May 26, 2020 Breaking

Protests and Public Property Damage Following the Death of George Floyd

In the days following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody on May 25, 2020, large-scale protests erupted across Minneapolis and rapidly spread to cities throughout the ...

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October 10, 2019 Politics

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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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November 20, 2000 Wars & Conflicts

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Palestinian children in detention crisis

Palestine

Palestinian children are regularly arrested and detained by Israeli authorities, primarily for security-related offenses, but there is no separate prison exclusively for them. They are he...

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October 21, 1993 Wars & Conflicts

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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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February 2, 1982 Wars & Conflicts

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Hama Massacre Overview and Impact

Hama · Hama Governorate · Syria

The Hama Massacre occurred in February 1982 when Syrian government forces launched a military assault on the city of Hama to suppress an uprising by the Muslim Brotherhood. The operation,...

1982 assad authoritarianism civil unrest civil war civilian casualties

Paris · Île-de-France · France

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July 22, 1306 Politics

Expulsion of Jews from France

Expulsion of Jews from France On July 22, 1306, King Philip IV of France, also known as Philip the Fair, issued an edict expelling all Jews from the kingdom. The expulsion required Jewis...

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London · England · United Kingdom

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July 18, 1290 Breaking

Expulsion of Jews from England

Expulsion of Jews from England On July 18, 1290, King Edward I issued the Edict of Expulsion, ordering all Jews to leave the Kingdom of England. The decree affected Jewish communities ac...

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July 1, 285 Wars & Conflicts

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Assassination of Roman Emperor Carinus

Battle of the Margus River · Lugdunum · Italia · Roman Empire

Emperor Carinus was killed in battle against the forces loyal to his rival, Diocletian, near the Margus River. The conflict marked the end of Carinus's brief reign and a turning point in ...

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Mediterranean · Roman Empire

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June 25, 249 Breaking

Cyprian Plague Pandemic Impact

The Cyprian Plague is rapidly spreading across the Mediterranean region, severely impacting cities within the Roman Empire. Reports indicate a high mortality rate and widespread fear amon...

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March 11, 235 Wars & Conflicts

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Assassination of Roman Emperor Severus Alexander

Military Camp near Mutina · Mutina · Moesia Inferior · Roman Empire

Severus Alexander, the last emperor of the Severan dynasty, was assassinated by his own soldiers in March of 235 CE near the city of Mutina along the Danube frontier. His death marked the...

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March 11, 222 Wars & Conflicts

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Roman Emperor Elagabalus Assassinated

Emesa · Syria · Roman Empire

Elagabalus, Roman emperor notorious for his controversial religious and political actions, was assassinated on March 11 after a brief reign. His rule was marked by significant unrest and ...

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Palatine Hill · Rome · Roman Empire

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April 11, 217 Politics

Roman Emperor Macrinus Ascends Throne

Following the assassination of Emperor Caracalla, Macrinus, then the commander of the Praetorian Guard, declared himself emperor. His accession marked the first time a Roman emperor came ...

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November 28, 193 Wars & Conflicts

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Decisive Clash at Issus Battlefield

Issus · Iskenderun · Hatay Province · Turkey

The Battle of Issus was fought between the forces of the Roman Emperor Septimius Severus and his rival Pescennius Niger. It marked a defining moment during the Year of the Five Emperors a...

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Roman Senate · Rome · Italy · Roman Empire

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March 28, 193 Politics

Senatorial Auction for Roman Empire

Following the assassination of Emperor Pertinax, the Roman imperial throne was sold to the highest bidder by the Senate. Didius Julianus secured the empire by offering the largest payment...

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September 18, 96 Politics

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Transition to Imperial Stability

Palatine Hill · Rome · Italy · Roman Empire

After the murder of Emperor Domitian, the Roman Senate appointed Nerva as emperor, marking a shift from autocratic rule to a more stabilizing governance. Nerva, previously a respected sen...

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Palatine Hill · Rome · Lazio · Italy

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January 15, 69 Politics

Otho's Rapid Roman Succession

Following the death of Emperor Galba, Otho swiftly ascended to power in Rome, marking a critical juncture in the Year of the Four Emperors. His accession was characterized by rapid politi...

1st century ancient rome civil unrest emperors galba imperial palace

February 17, 23 Wars & Conflicts

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Collapse of the Xin Regime

Luoyang City · Luoyang · Henan · China

The Xin dynasty's rule ended after widespread revolts erupted against Wang Mang's government. These uprisings were fueled by famine, flooding, and political unrest that plagued the realm....

ancient china battle central authority china civil war dynastic change

January 1, 17 Wars & Conflicts

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Start of Lulin Peasant Rebellion

Lulin · Han Dynasty · China

The Lulin rebellion was a peasant uprising that began during the late Xin dynasty in the region of Lulin. It was part of a series of revolts against oppressive rule and heavy taxation fac...

agrarian revolt ancient china china civil unrest class conflict dynastic transition

Chang'an · North China Plain · China

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January 1, 9 Politics

Establishment of Xin Dynasty

The Xin dynasty was established by Wang Mang, who usurped the throne from the Han dynasty. This marked a significant political shift in ancient China, interrupting the long-lasting Han ru...

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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...

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Egyptian Revolution of 1919

March–April 1919 — Mass demonstrations, strikes and civil unrest erupt after British authorities exile nationalist leader Saad Zaghloul and other members of the Wafd movement. Students, w...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

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Berlin Gambles That Britain Can Be Defeated Before America Matters

December 1916–January 1917 — German naval and military leaders conclude that unrestricted submarine warfare may force Britain out of the war. They understand that the policy may provoke A...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

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Germany Resumes Unrestricted Submarine Warfare

1 February 1917 — Germany begins unrestricted submarine attacks against shipping approaching Allied-controlled waters. German naval leaders believe U-boats can reduce British imports enou...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

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Henning von Holtzendorff

1915–1918 naval leadership — Admiral Henning von Holtzendorff is a powerful advocate for unrestricted submarine warfare. In late 1916 he argues that U-boats can reduce British shipping su...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

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United States Enters the War

6 April 1917 — The United States declares war on Germany. Unrestricted submarine warfare is the immediate strategic cause, while the Zimmermann Telegram further intensifies anti-German op...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

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Woodrow Wilson

1913–1921 presidency — Wilson initially attempts to maintain American neutrality while defending neutral commercial and maritime rights. German unrestricted submarine warfare and the broa...

Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

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Woodrow Wilson

1913–1921 presidency — Wilson initially attempts to maintain American neutrality while defending neutral commercial and maritime rights. German unrestricted submarine warfare and the broa...