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IMF Approves $400 Million Disbursement to Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict

The International Monetary Fund has disbursed $400 million to Ukraine under its Extended Fund Facility program, bringing the total support to $10.1 billion. Amid the ongoing war with Russia, this financial assistance is critical to bolster Ukraine's economy.

#imf, #ukraine, #economy, #conflict, #finance

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Devastating 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Myanmar, Impacts Felt in Thailand

A massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar's Sagaing region, resulting in over 144 casualties and extensive infrastructure damage, with its impacts felt as far as Bangkok, Thailand.

#earthquake, #myanmar, #thailand, #disaster, #humanitarian aid

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Vance's Greenland Visit Fuels Geopolitical Tensions With Denmark Over Sovereignty

U.S. Vice President JD Vance's visit to Greenland and President Trump's renewed interest in acquiring the island heighten geopolitical tensions, as Greenland resists becoming a pawn in global power struggles.

#greenland, #us politics, #denmark, #geopolitics, #sovereignty