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Macron Signals Quiet Push to Reopen Channels with Putin, Despite Kremlin's 'Lack of Will' for Peace

French President Emmanuel Macron has revealed that behind-the-scenes technical work is underway to re-establish contact with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, nearly four years into the Ukraine war. While emphasizing continued support for Kyiv, Macron admitted Moscow shows no real desire for a ceasefire, framing the move as a necessary European diplomatic initiative.

Feb 3, 2026

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Balochistan's Enduring Conflict: A Cycle of Rebellion and Repression in Pakistan's Largest Province

Decades of political marginalization and heavy-handed security responses have fueled a persistent insurgency in resource-rich Balochistan, with recent violence underscoring the failure to address core grievances.

Feb 3, 2026

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Teen's 'Superhuman' Four-Kilometer Swim Saves Family Swept Out to Sea Off Australian Coast

A 13-year-old boy swam for hours in rough seas to alert rescuers after his mother and two younger siblings were carried away from the Western Australian coast, leading to their dramatic helicopter and boat rescue.

Feb 3, 2026

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A New Chapter: Lebanon and Syria Forge Post-Assad Cooperation Amid Prisoner Transfer Deal

Lebanon's Deputy PM declares a 'radically different' relationship with Syria, marked by non-interference and a landmark prisoner transfer agreement, as both nations navigate complex histories and regional tensions.

Feb 3, 2026

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Davos 2024 Delivers a Boardroom Wake-Up Call: Corporate Strategies Built for a Vanished World

The signals from this year's World Economic Forum extend far beyond diplomacy, presenting CEOs with an urgent mandate to overhaul business models designed for a bygone era of global stability.

Feb 3, 2026

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Against All Odds: 13-Year-Old's Four-Hour Ocean Swim Saves Family Swept Out to Sea

A Perth teenager's extraordinary feat of endurance and courage led to the rescue of his mother and two siblings after they were dragged miles from the Western Australian coast by strong winds.

Feb 3, 2026

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Sudanese Army Breaks Siege on Strategic Kordofan Capital, Claims Second Major Advance in Days

Government forces have entered the besieged capital of South Kordofan, Kadugli, following a similar breakthrough in nearby Dilling, potentially easing a dire humanitarian crisis in the region.

Feb 3, 2026

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Equatorial Guinea Secures Major Stake in Aseng Gas Field Through Landmark Deal with Chevron

A new financing agreement significantly boosts the national oil company GEPetrol's share in the Aseng gas project, marking a strategic shift towards greater state control and fueling ambitions for a regional Gas Mega Hub.

Feb 3, 2026

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Prysmian Lands £2 Billion Deal to Power UK's Green Energy Superhighway

The Italian cable giant has been awarded a major contract to supply over 640km of subsea and underground HVDC cables for the Eastern Green Link 4, a critical infrastructure project set to channel renewable power from Scotland to England by 2033.

Feb 3, 2026

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U.S. and India Forge Surprise Trade Pact, Easing Tensions and Cutting Tariffs

In a move that resets strained bilateral relations, the U.S. and India announced a preliminary trade agreement. The deal lowers U.S. tariffs on Indian goods and scraps punitive duties linked to Russian oil, though key details on purchase commitments remain unconfirmed.

Feb 3, 2026

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Syrian Troops Enter Strategic Kurdish City Under Ceasefire Pact

Syrian government forces have begun deploying in the northeastern city of Qamishli following a negotiated ceasefire with Kurdish-led authorities, marking a significant shift in the decade-long conflict over the resource-rich region.

Feb 3, 2026

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EU Sanctions Envoy to Visit Kyrgyzstan Amid Trade Tensions Over Russia

The European Union's sanctions envoy will travel to Bishkek later this month for high-level talks, following reports that Brussels is considering export bans targeting Kyrgyzstan over alleged sanctions circumvention.

Feb 3, 2026

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Zelenskiy Accuses Russia of Undermining U.S. Peace Push with Overnight Strikes on Energy Grid

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned Russia's latest wave of attacks on energy infrastructure, calling them a deliberate blow to U.S.-led diplomatic efforts. He vowed to coordinate with Washington on potential consequences.

Feb 3, 2026

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Greece Nears Under-15 Social Media Ban as Spain Proposes Stricter Under-16 Block

Greece is finalizing a ban on social media access for children under 15, a senior official confirms, while Spain announces a parallel plan to block users under 16 and introduce personal liability for tech executives over platform hate speech.

Feb 3, 2026

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Rafah Crossing Reopens Briefly, Allowing Emotional Reunions and Critical Medical Evacuations

A limited reopening of the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza has enabled a small number of Palestinians to reunite with families and offered a critical pathway for the sick and injured to seek treatment abroad, amid ongoing tensions and stringent controls.

Feb 3, 2026

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Prosecutors Seek to Uphold Convictions, Bar Le Pen from Office in Fraud Appeal Trial

French prosecutors have formally requested that an appeals court uphold fraud convictions against far-right leader Marine Le Pen and her National Rally party, seeking to confirm bans that would disqualify her from public office. The move threatens Le Pen's potential 2027 presidential bid.

Feb 3, 2026

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Danish Court Hands Lengthy Terrorism Sentences to Swedes for Embassy Grenade Attack

Two Swedish nationals have been convicted of terrorism and attempted murder by a Copenhagen court for a 2024 grenade attack targeting the Israeli embassy. The men, linked to criminal networks, received prison sentences of 12 and 14 years.

Feb 3, 2026

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Johnson Faces Crucial Test as House Votes on Shutdown Bill Amid GOP Dissent

House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts a pivotal procedural vote Tuesday to end the partial government shutdown, navigating a razor-thin Republican majority and internal defiance despite former President Trump's directive against any changes to the funding measure.

Feb 3, 2026

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Policy, Not Pollution: How Regional Decisions Are Reshaping Global Carbon Markets

A new analysis from Macquarie reveals a pivotal shift: carbon pricing is now being driven more by local political will and regulatory changes than by global emissions trends, creating divergent fortunes for markets from Europe to the Pacific.

Feb 3, 2026

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Gulf States Pour Billions into African Renewables, But Grids Remain a Critical Gap

A new analysis reveals a surge in Gulf investment in African clean energy projects, while urging a strategic pivot towards funding the continent's underdeveloped power grids to unlock greater economic and climate impact.

Feb 3, 2026