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Alawite Community Under Fire: dozesn Slain in Questionable Syrian Security Operation
Syrian security forces are alleged to have executed dozens of Alawite minority members in the coastal province of Latakia. A war monitoring group reports 162 civilians were killed in "field executions", with the interior ministry acknowledging "individual violations" and pledging to stop them. Read the full story here
European Defense Budgets Poised for Significant Boost Amid Global Uncertainty
European Union leaders have pledged to increase defense spending, with a plan to invest nearly €800 billion in the coming years. This move comes amid a shift in the US stance on Ukraine, with President Donald Trump questioning whether the US would defend NATO members if they were attacked. The EU has reiterated its support for Ukraine, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaking of a "watershed moment" for Europe and Ukraine. The…
Massacre Allegations: Syrian Regime Forces Implicated in Alawite Killings
Syrian security forces are alleged to have executed dozens of Alawite minority members in the coastal province of Latakia, according to a war monitoring group. A total of 162 civilians, including 13 women and five children, have been killed in "field executions", with the United Nations special envoy for Syria expressing deep concern over the clashes and killings. Read the full story here
TikTok Faces One-Year Ban in Albania Amid Regulatory Crackdown
The Albanian Cabinet has decided to shut down TikTok for 12 months, citing the platform's role in inciting violence and bullying, particularly among children. The government's decision comes after a teen was stabbed to death following a quarrel that started on TikTok, and authorities have been in talks with the platform to implement parental control and age verification measures. Read the full story here
Kremlin Sounds Alarm on EU Defense Strategy, Vows Countermeasures
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that the European Union's plans to increase its defense spending could be a potential threat to Russia, prompting countermeasures to ensure its security. The EU's proposal to boost defense spending by up to €800 billion has been closely monitored by Russia, with Peskov saying it could negatively impact the chances of a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine war. Read the full story here
Bloodshed Returns to Syria: Deadly Clashes Mark Worst Unrest Since Assad’s Downfall
Clashes between Syrian security forces and supporters of former President Bashar al-Assad have resulted in over 225 deaths, according to the Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR). The violence, which began on Thursday, has been concentrated in the Latakia and Tartous regions, with the Syrian government reporting at least 150 of their security forces killed and 300 captured, while the SNHR alleges widespread field executions of young men and adult males. Read the full story…
Ukraine Leader Sees Surge in Popularity Following Heated Exchange with US President
President Volodymyr Zelensky's approval rating has risen to 68% following a heated exchange with U.S. President Donald Trump, according to a poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology. The poll, conducted via telephone interviews, surveyed 1,029 adult Ukrainian citizens and showed a significant jump in Zelensky's trust rating after the public dispute over security guarantees for Ukraine and the cancellation of the U.S.-Ukraine mineral agreement signing. Read the full story here
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Poland Unveils Nationwide Conscription Plans for Male Citizens Amid Rising Security Concerns
Poland's Prime Minister, Donald Tusk, has announced plans to make all men in Poland undergo military training. The goal is to have a model ready by the end of the year to train every adult male in the event of war. The move aims to increase the size of the Polish army, including reservists, to 500,000 from around 200,000 currently, amid growing concerns about the country's security following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Read the full…
Geneva Summit on War Crimes Derailed Amid Diplomatic Tensions
Switzerland has cancelled a conference on applying the Geneva Conventions in the Middle East due to protests from several countries. The conference, which was intended to reaffirm international humanitarian law, failed to gain sufficient support from participating states, leading to its cancellation. Read the full story here