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May 20, 2025
Brussels [Belgium], May 20: European Union countries on Monday in principle agreed on the proposals for a €150 billion fund aimed at boosting Europe's defence, known as Security Action for Europe (SAFE).
Portugal centre-right party wins snap election
Tourist held in Tel Aviv after Molotov materials left at US embassy
Tanzanian opposition leader makes defiant appearance at treason trial
Trump says Russia-Ukraine talks to start 'immediately'
US and Russia plan new prisoner exchange: Kremlin
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Washington DC [US], May 20: The U.S. Supreme Court let Donald Trump's administration on Monday strip temporary protected status from Venezuelans living in the United...
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Washington DC [US], May 20: Members of the World Health Organization voted emphatically in favour of a potentially groundbreaking global treaty on improving pandemic preparedness...
UK strikes EU trade and defence reset in 'new era' for relations
Washington DC [US], May 20: Britain agreed the most significant reset of defence and trade ties with the European Union since Brexit on Monday after...
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New York [US], May 19: US Vice President JD Vance and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized their shared desire to improve relations just before meeting in Rome on Sunday.
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