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BRICS Summit 2025 Concludes Amid U.S. Tariff Threats

BRICS Summit 2025 emphasizes economic cooperation while facing U.S. tariff threats, signalling rising tensions.

#brics, #internationalrelations, #tariffs, #trump, #geopolitics

China Achieves Significant CO₂ Emissions Reduction with Renewable Energy Boom in 2025

China cuts CO₂ emissions by 1.6% in Q1 2025 amid rising electricity demand, thanks to a surge in renewable energy generation.

#china, #renewableenergy, #co2emissions, #cleantech, #climatechange

Russia's Wheat Exports Hit a 17-Year Low Amid Weather and Economic Challenges

Russia's wheat exports decline to their lowest since 2008, driven by weather issues, economic factors, and logistical hurdles.

#russia, #wheat, #exports, #agriculture, #economy

UK and France Sign Historic Northwood Declaration to Coordinate Nuclear Deterrents

UK and France sign the Northwood Declaration, coordinating nuclear deterrents to enhance European defense against extreme threats.

#uk, #france, #nuclear, #defense, #europe

UK Restores Diplomatic Ties with Syria, Announces £94.5 Million Aid Package

UK re-establishes diplomatic relations with Syria, pledging £94.5 million for humanitarian aid and rebuilding, marking a major foreign policy shift.

#uk, #syria, #diplomaticrelations, #foreignpolicy, #aid

Iran Halts Cooperation with IAEA Following Military Strikes

Iran suspends IAEA cooperation, intensifying concerns about its nuclear program after strikes by Israel and the U.S.

#iran, #iaeacooperation, #nuclearprogram, #israelstrikes

Kenya Faces Deadliest Day of Protest with 31 Fatalities Amidst Calls for Reform

Kenya's deadliest protests this year see 31 dead, fueled by anger over police brutality and corruption, as unrest coincides with key historical date.

#kenya, #protests, #humanrights, #corruption

U.S. Special Envoy Keith Kellogg to Attend Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome

Keith Kellogg joins global leaders in Rome for URC2025, focusing on Ukraine's reconstruction and sustainable recovery.

#ukraine, #us, #recovery, #international, #conference

China's Retirement Age Reform: Addressing Demographic Challenges in a Historic Shift

China increases retirement age to sustain pensions amid aging population, sparking public debate.

#china, #retirement, #pension, #demographics

EWC 2025: Largest Esports Event Ever Set to Begin in Riyadh

The 2025 Esports World Cup, with over $70 million in prizes, starts in Riyadh on July 8, highlighting Saudi Arabia's investment in gaming.

#esports, #gaming, #saudiarabia, #investment

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

BRICS Summit Tackles AI Governance Amid Leadership Absences

Leaders from BRICS nations focus on AI governance despite notable absences at the summit.

#brics, #artificialintelligence, #globalgovernance, #dataprotection

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