Russia: Instability ratchets up pressure on Vladimir Putin
Vladimir Putin’s mixed messages on the Wagner mutiny have been raising eyebrows and changing perceptions of him.
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Guatemala heads to the polls in hotly contested presidential election
Guatemalans headed to the polls on Sunday in a hotly contested presidential election dominated by concerns over corruption, the exclusion of a leading candidate and the cost of living, with the vote set to result in a second round run-off in August.
Cocaine market is booming as meth trafficking spreads, U.N. report says
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New York City kicks off annual Pride March with new trans youth protection law
America’s largest Pride celebration follows growing threats and a wave of legislation targeting LGBT+ communities. The state’s governor has promised them a ‘safe haven’’. Ariana Baio reports from Manhattan
Heyzer’s Exit Marks a Low Point for the UN’s Envoys to Myanmar
Why the recently departed special envoy should be the last.
India, US friendship among most consequential in world: President Biden
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Israel to reprimand Ukrainian diplomat
The Israeli Foreign Ministry will summon Ukraine’s ambassador for a reprimand after he condemned Israeli policy
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As the use of AI-generated ads in political campaigns increases, political consultants, election researchers, and lawmakers push for setting up new guardrails (New York Times)
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As the use of AI-generated ads in political campaigns increases, political consultants, election researchers, and lawmakers push for setting up new guardrails — Gaps in campaign rules allow politicians to spread imag…
Commentary: What the Wagner Group revolt in Russia could mean for the war in Ukraine
Vladimir Putin is arguably in one of the most vulnerable positions of his presidency, but he won’t relinquish control easily, says this international relations expert from Simon Fraser University.
US-India defence cooperation: from fighter engines to ship repair
India’s defence ministry has been pursuing acquisition of 31 MQ-9B drones from US firm, General Atomics By Ajai ShuklaBusiness Standard, 26th June 23 The defence cooperation highlight of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the US la…