North Korea, led by Kim Jong Un, is adopting its toughest strategy against perceived US aggression, notably due to strengthened US-South Korea-Japan military ties. The strategy, set for 2025, includes leadership changes and intensified defence capabilities. Pyongyang's growing military collaboration with Russia, involving deployment in Ukraine, has raised international concerns.
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Philippine authorities said Tuesday they detained two Chinese nationals for spying, the latest in a series of arrests involving alleged espionage as confrontations between the countries increase in the disputed South China Sea. Confrontations between the Philippines and China over contested reefs and waters in the strategic South China Sea have escalated in recent months.
Pakistan's military courts have sentenced 60 more civilians for their involvement in the violent May 9 riots, bringing the total to 85 convictions. Key locations, including military sites, were targeted. Convicted civilians, including Imran Khan's nephew Hassan Niazi, received sentences from two to 10 years. International entities criticized the trials for lack of transparency and judicial independence.
President Trump is ramping up pressure on Jordan to accept Gaza refugees, while Pope Francis rebukes his mass deportation policies. The administration is imposing new steel tariffs, sparking economic concerns. Meanwhile, Nato allies await US defense strategies on Ukraine, and AI regulation debates intensify. A lawsuit challenges immigration arrests at churches, and controversy grows over Elon Musk's DOGE program's influence in federal agencies.
Trump halted a budget agreement. He said it favored Democrats. Elon Musk also opposed the bill. This raises the risk of a government shutdown. The White House and Democrats criticized the move. Republicans are divided on the issue. The shutdown could affect many Americans.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen addressed Greenland's sovereignty during her visit, affirming US territorial annexation is not acceptable. Her trip, aimed at showing solidarity amidst US pressure, follows critiques from US Vice President JD Vance. Highlighting support, Frederiksen's visit underscores Greenland's favor for independence from Denmark, not US control, amidst strained US-Denmark relations.
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A fire broke out at Bryant Park's holiday market around 9:20 am on Friday, causing thick black smoke to fill Manhattan's skyline. Firefighters struggled to control the blaze, which destroyed stalls and left several small business owners devastated. This incident follows a recent fire at Herald Square's shopping area that also destroyed multiple vendors' stands.