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17th BRICS Summit: New Members Amplify Global Influence

BRICS expands with new members, discussing global reforms and financial cooperation in Rio summit.

#BRICS, #economy, #globalgovernance, #climatechange

Iran Suspends Cooperation with IAEA, Escalating Nuclear Tension

Iran halts IAEA cooperation, raising nuclear transparency concerns amid regional tensions and potential diplomatic engagements.

#iran, #nuclear, #iaea, #diplomacy, #sanctions

Green Climate Fund Approves Record $1.225 Billion for Climate Projects

The Green Climate Fund approves $1.225 billion for 17 projects aiding Asia, Africa in climate resilience and renewable energy.

#climatechange, #greenclimatefund, #renewableenergy, #asia, #africa

Former Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina Sentenced for Contempt of Court in Absentia

Ex-PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to six months for contempt; tried in absentia after leaked audio approval confirmed.

#bangladesh, #sheikhhasina, #politics, #internationalcrimes

Historic WHO Pandemic Agreement Adopted Amid U.S. Withdrawal

WHO adopts first legally binding Pandemic Agreement, but U.S. absence raises collaboration concerns.

#worldhealthorganization, #pandemicagreement, #globalhealth, #uswithdrawal

United Nations Faces 80th Anniversary Amidst Challenges and Calls for Reform

UN marks 80th anniversary with reform drive addressing crisis response and financial woes.

#unitednations, #globalgovernance, #reform, #internationalrelations

Israel-Iran Conflict Escalation Raises International Tensions

China balances diplomacy and economic interests amidst escalating Israel-Iran tensions in June 2025.

#israel, #iran, #china, #middleeast, #diplomacy

Major Economies Gather in Seville for Development Conference Amid U.S. Absence

World leaders meet in Seville for FFD4, addressing global poverty and climate goals. U.S. absence raises concern.

#internationaldevelopment, #ffd4, #usabsence, #climatechange, #sustainabledevelopment

Unprecedented Global Decline in Fertility Rates Raises Economic Concerns

Global fertility rates fall faster than predicted, threatening economic stability worldwide.

#fertility, #global, #economy, #demographics

North Korea to Deploy 6,000 Troops to Russia for Reconstruction Efforts

North Korea plans to send 6,000 troops to Russia's Kursk for reconstruction, raising regional security concerns.

#northkorea, #russia, #military, #internationalrelations

China Adjusts Retirement Age to Tackle Aging Population

China begins retirement age rise to address aging population and economic challenges.

#china, #retirement, #agingpopulation, #economy, #pensionreform

Geopolitical Tensions and Commercial Triumphs at the 55th International Paris Air Show

Paris Air Show highlights Airbus's major deals, Israel-France tensions, and advancements in urban air mobility.

#parisairshow, #geopolitics, #aerospace, #airbus, #israel

NATO Commits to Major Defense Spending Increase by 2035 at Summit in The Hague

NATO pledges to hike defense spending to 5% by 2035, facing mixed reactions at The Hague summit.

#nato, #defensespending, #globalsecurity, #ukraine, #russia

Devastating Floods and Landslides Hit Kinshasa: At Least 29 Dead

Severe floods and landslides in Kinshasa cause fatalities and highlight urbanization challenges.

#floods, #urbanization, #infrastructure, #drc, #climatechange

Severe Weather in China and Mexico Highlights Vulnerabilities and Need for Inclusive Disaster Preparedness

Severe flooding in China and Mexico underscores vulnerabilities and highlights need for inclusive disaster preparedness amid climate change.

#climatechange, #flooding, #china, #mexico, #disasterpreparedness