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Chile Elects Conservative José Antonio Kast as President
Chileans voted in a runoff election, projecting Republican Party candidate José Antonio Kast as president-elect over Jeannette Jara. This marks a significant shift with conservatives celebrating 'Chile won, hope won.'
The outcome reflects growing conservative momentum in the region.
Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict Escalates with First Civilian Death
Thailand confirmed a Cambodian rocket killed a Thai villager, the first civilian casualty in the renewed fighting. Clashes have resulted in eight Thai soldiers, eleven Cambodian civilians, and four Thai civilians dead.
Royal Thai Air Force airstrikes killed nine Cambodian civilians and wounded 20 more, with three Thai soldiers killed.
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Guilty of Sedition
Jimmy Lai was found guilty of conspiracy and sedition charges. The verdict is a major blow to pro-democracy movements in Hong Kong.
It highlights ongoing tensions over press freedom and activism.
Trump Says Ukraine Peace Deal 'Closer Than Ever' After Zelensky Talks
US President Donald Trump stated a deal to end Russia's war in Ukraine is nearer following talks with Zelensky and European leaders. He described the discussions as 'very good.'
This comes amid EU sanctions on Russian shadow fleet enablers.
EU Sanctions Russian Shadow Fleet and Hybrid Threat Actors
The EU imposed sanctions on nine shadow fleet enablers and twelve Russian hybrid threat actors amid the Ukraine war. Measures include prohibiting transfers of immobilized Russian Central Bank assets.
This strengthens economic pressure as peace talks advance.
Belarus Frees 123 Political Prisoners Including Nobel Laureate
Belarus released 123 prisoners, including Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski and Maria Kalesnikava, after US sanctions lift. The move is tied to improved US-Belarus relations.
It signals potential shifts in political detentions.
Hamas Lieutenant Colonel Killed in Gaza Refugee Camp
Hamas Lt. Col. Ahmed Zamzam was shot dead in Maghazi refugee camp, Deir al-Balah; the gunman was arrested. Flooding continues to wreak havoc in war-ravaged Gaza.
Internal tensions persist amid ongoing conflict.
Andrej Babiš Appointed Czech Prime Minister for Second Term
President Petr Pavel appointed ANO party leader Andrej Babiš as PM after his party's election victory. This is Babiš's second non-consecutive term.
It underscores opposition gains in Czech politics.
Thai Air Force Airstrikes Kill Cambodian Civilians in Border Clashes
Royal Thai Air Force conducted airstrikes killing nine Cambodian civilians and wounding 20. Three Thai soldiers died and 29 injured in clashes.
Thailand reports first civilian death from Cambodian rocket fire.
Guinea-Bissau Military Junta Adopts One-Year Transitional Charter
The junta suspended the constitution, barring interim leaders from elections and taking reform authority until new polls. This follows the 2025 coup d'état.
It sets a timeline for political transition.
Sudanese Forces Drone Strike Kills Dozens at Heglig Oil Field
Dozens died in a Sudanese Armed Forces drone attack on an oil field in Heglig, West Kordofan. The strike targets ongoing civil war fronts.
It exacerbates humanitarian crises in Sudan.
Nigerian Army Ambushes Bandits, Killing Eleven in Sokoto State
Eleven bandits killed and others injured in an army ambush in Sabon Birni; they planned a village attack. This counters the Nigerian bandit conflict.
Security forces continue operations against armed groups.