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US Withdraws from WHO as First Member State to Exit
The United States' withdrawal from the World Health Organization takes effect, marking it as the first member state to leave the UN agency. The WHO regrets the decision, stating it leaves both the US and world less safe. This follows broader US exits from international bodies
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Trump Administration Withdraws from 66 International Organizations
President Trump announced US exit from 66 organizations, including 31 UN entities, targeting 'waste' and 'woke' agendas. This severs ties with UNESCO, UNRWA, and UNFPA, with Paris Agreement withdrawal effective January 27. Critics see it as rejecting international law
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Uganda Protests: 30 Opposition Killed, 2,000 Arrested After Election
At least 30 from National Unity Platform killed and 2,000 arrested in protests disputing Uganda's general election results. Violence escalates amid disputed 2026 vote.
US Protests and Minnesota General Strike Against Mass Deportations
Thousands of workers and businesses strike in Minnesota protesting ICE deployments during Trump's second term. Nationwide protests target mass deportation policies. Republicans raise concerns over related Minneapolis shooting
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Kosovo Election Scandal: 109 Commissioners Detained, Recount Ordered
Prosecutors detain 109 commissioners over vote manipulation in December 2025 parliamentary election, prompting nationwide recount. This delays government formation.
Bulgaria's Rumen Radev Resigns; Iliana Iotova First Female President
President Rumen Radev resigns voluntarily amid political crisis; VP Iliana Iotova sworn in as acting president, first woman in role. Marks post-communist history milestone.
Haiti Transitional Council Removes Acting Prime Minister
Majority votes to oust Alix Didier Fils-Aimé two weeks before dissolution. Replacement to be named within 30 days by council members.
Trump Rescinds Canada's Invite to Board of Peace Amid Feud
President Trump revokes Canada's invitation to his new 'Board of Peace' alternative to UN efforts, amid escalating feud with PM Mark Carney. Board targets Gaza peacemaking.
Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks End Without Breakthrough; Ukraine Hit by Attacks
First Russia-US-Ukraine talks conclude without progress; Ukraine reports heaviest aerial attack, worsening power outages in cold. UN condemns Russian strikes on cities
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Trump Weighs Naval Blockade on Cuba to Halt Oil Imports
Administration considers naval blockade to choke Cuban regime's energy supply, believing its days numbered. Plans in flux for regime change.
US Senate Faces Shutdown Risk Over Immigration Funding Revolt
Democrats revolt against immigration enforcement funding post-Minneapolis shooting, threatening six-bill package. Vote delayed amid snowstorm.
Iran Sees Renewed Protests Amid Economic Chaos and Corruption
Iranians chant for revolution due to economic woes; UN addresses Iran in Human Rights Council. Trump prepares plan against Iran
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