Putin and Lukashenko speak on Union State ties and united historical memory at Volgograd forum
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Tusk unveils national doctrine to build strongest army, economy in CEE
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced a new "national doctrine" aimed at ensuring Poland develops the most powerful army and economy in the region, as the country prepares for "an era of great threats and challenges."
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Australia holds the key to breaking China’s stranglehold over global critical minerals supplies
In the deepening trade conflict between Washington and Beijing, one exception has stood out: 31 critical minerals, including rare earth elements, were exempted from tariffs. The move was less a concession than an admission of depence on China.
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Iranian exporters eye expanded routes via Canadian association
Canadian standards emerge as "game-changer" for Iranian exports, reports trade official. 730+ Iranian companies now selling to Africa under Canadian brands. $7M monthly trade could surge tenfold if sanctions lift. Full story at Iran Expo 2025.
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Spanish blackout caused by extreme weather and a major renewables failure for the first time
A widespread blackout that plunged Spain, Portugal, Andorra and parts of southern France into darkness this week was caused by extreme weather events that saw the renewable power system collapse, as now the third disaster starts.
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ECLAC cuts Latin America growth forecast amid global uncertainties
The UN's Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) has downgraded its 2025 growth forecast to 2%, adding to a chorus of international institutions painting a bleak outlook for the region.
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Iraq facing worst drought in history as water resources dwindle and climate crisis intensifies
Iraq is facing what officials are calling the "worst drought in its history," as water resources continue to dwindle and agricultural land deteriorates across the country, threatening both human security and economic stability.
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Battle of Russia’s supermarket titans continues as Magnit closes the gap with rival X5 after acquisition of high-end retailer Azbuka Vkusa
The battle for market share between Russia’s two leading supermarket chains Magnit and the X5 Group saw a strategic shift after Magnit acquired control of high-end supermarket chain Azbuka Vkusa (The ABC of Taste).
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Russia proposes joint aviation venture with Belarus as part of expanded industrial cooperation
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced plans to establish a joint aviation enterprise with Belarusian specialists as part of deepening industrial cooperation between the two countries.
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