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Trump's USAID freeze threatens Mexico's refugee support network
US President Trump's decision to freeze USAID funding for 90 days from January 23 has dealt a severe blow to humanitarian organisations supporting refugees in Mexico.
US deportation of asylum seekers to Panama condemned by Iran
The United States has deported 119 asylum seekers of various nationalities to Panama, including Iranian nationals who claim they were transferred without notice or deportation documentation.
Israel releases Palestinians in sixth prisoner swap
Israel begins release of sixth group of Palestinian prisoners from Ofer prison, as stories of decades-long imprisonment emerge.
Saudi Arabia spearheads counter-proposal to Trump's Gaza displacement plan
Saudi officials are rushing to counter US-Israeli efforts to remove Palestinians from Gaza.
Hamas in Gaza releases American, Russian and Argentine-dual national Israelis in sixth prisoner swap under ceasefire deal
Hamas has released three Israeli hostages in Gaza's southern city of Khan Yunis on February 15 under a continuing ceasefire agreement with Israel.
Business attacks Erdogan
Tusiad association, known in recent years for keeping its head down, launches into stinging state-of-the-nation criticisms of Turkey's government at AGM.
Brazil drops BRICS currency plan in favour of local payment push
Brazil will not pursue a common BRICS currency during its presidency of the bloc this year, focusing instead on facilitating trade in local currencies despite warnings from US President Donald Trump about challenging dollar dominance.
Trump Gaza plan backed by “murderer” Netanyahu “major threat to world peace”, says Erdogan
On visit to Pakistan, Turkish leader asserts: “The homeland for which the Palestinians have sacrificed tens of thousands of their children is not up for bargaining.”
Trump hosts India’s Modi at White House in a coming together of MAGA and MIGA
Donald Trump meets Narendra Modi, and MAGA meets MIGA, as two of the world's leading economies come together in Washington
European Parliament calls for sanctions on top Georgian officials
MEPs pass crucial resolution on Georgian political crisis, urge EU not to recognise Georgia Dream government.
Armenia's economic growth slows as sanctions boost fades
EFSD reports slowdown in Armenia's growth, citing a decline in re-export volumes and reduced tourist inflows from Russia.