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U.S. operations in Syria against Islamic State kill seven, capture fighters

U.S. operations in Syria against Islamic State kill seven, capture fighters **U.S. Military Operations in Syria Intensify Following Soldier Fatalities, Resulting in Casualties and Captures** In the wake of the deaths of two U.S. service members earlier this month, the United States military has... read more »

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Tensions between Saudi Arabia and UAE spike with bombing of port

Tensions between Saudi Arabia and UAE spike with bombing of port **Widening Rift: Saudi Airstrike in Yemen Signals Deepening Divide with UAE** The complex geopolitical landscape of the Persian Gulf has become further complicated by a recent Saudi Arabian airstrike in Yemen, targeting what Saudi... read more »

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3 stories our photographers witnessed in 2025

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Khaleda Zia: Slain leader's widow who went on to lead Bangladesh

Khaleda Zia: Slain leader's widow who went on to lead Bangladesh **Khaleda Zia: A Legacy of Power and Turmoil in Bangladesh** Khaleda Zia, a name synonymous with Bangladeshi politics, holds a unique place in the nation’s history as its first female Prime Minister. Her journey to... read more »

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