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Israeli occupation authorities are reportedly detaining two pregnant Palestinian women, Rima Balawi from Tulkarm and Zahraa Al-Kawazba from Bethlehem, under harsh conditions at Damon Prison, as stated by the Palestinian Prisoners’ Club. Both women, who are five months pregnant, face systematic violations, including deliberate starvation and lack of basic needs, with their detention extended by Israeli courts. Health concerns arise as Balawi suffers from thalassemia and Al-Kawazba has neurological issues requiring medical attention. Full Article

Germany plans to increase its defense spending in response to US President Trump's call for NATO members to achieve a 5% GDP target, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz aims to transform the Bundeswehr into Europe’s strongest military. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul indicated that Berlin is considering a proposal from NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, advocating for a 3.5% focus on hard military spending by 2032, supplemented by 1.5% for related expenses like infrastructure. Merz has committed to...

NewsFeedUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the Russian delegation sent for peace talks in Turkiye, labeling it as “decorative.” He arrived in Ankara on Thursday for discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing war, while Russian President Vladimir Putin, who initiated the meeting, will not be present. This development underscores the complexities and ongoing tensions in the Russia-Ukraine conflict as both sides seek a resolution. Full Article

The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments regarding the Trump administration's challenge to lower court orders that block the president's executive order on birthright citizenship, which aims to deny citizenship to children born to undocumented parents. The administration argues that district court judges overstepped their authority by issuing nationwide injunctions, and a ruling in their favor could enable partial enforcement of the policy while legal disputes continue. This case reflects broader concerns over the...

Both Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump are absent from negotiations in Turkey aimed at resolving the Ukraine war, leaving chairs empty and highlighting ongoing diplomatic deadlock. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is meeting Turkish President Erdogan but insists he will only negotiate directly with Putin, who has sent a junior delegation, interpreted as a dismissive gesture. Concerns are rising that without both leaders present, peace talks may fail again, as Zelensky emphasizes Ukraine's willingness to pursue...

Polling reveals that while approximately 29% of Albertans support the province's independence from Canada, most residents reject this idea, with 44% identifying as “primarily Canadian.” Economic concerns, particularly relating to resource management and taxation, drive support for separation, especially among younger voters, with 54% citing a combination of economic, political, and cultural reasons for their stance. Premier Danielle Smith's demands from the federal government resonate with 53% of Albertans, indicating a complex relationship between separatist...