International
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Iran warns of retaliation as protests surge and US action looms
Protests across Iran have intensified into a harsh crackdown, with reports of violence, detentions, and rising casualties echoing through the streets. As regional tensions mount and authorities warn of retaliation, everyday life is upended and the push for change grows louder.
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Iran Unrest Deepens as US Weighs Strong Options
Protests in Iran intensify as officials warn of retaliation and major powers weigh decisive options. In a tense moment for regional stability, diplomacy and force loom over the unfolding crisis.
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Fiji Pushes Renewable Energy Drive at IRENA Assembly in Abu Dhabi
Fiji is stepping up its renewable energy push at a major gathering in Abu Dhabi, outlining bold steps to broaden its clean-energy mix and cut reliance on fossil fuels. A senior minister highlights the unique challenges of Small Island Developing States, while IRENA reaffirms its support for Fiji’s ambitious transition. The dialogue spotlights global collaboration…
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India-Fiji Expand Agricultural Ties Ahead of Indusfood 2026
India and Fiji are advancing a new phase of agricultural cooperation, with talks spanning sugar modernization and smarter storage for food security. The evolving partnership signals more resilient supply chains and stronger ties across trade and development.
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Canada Opens High Commission in Fiji, Boosting Pacific Ties
Canada opens a new High Commission in Fiji, kicking off a fresh chapter in Pacific diplomacy. A high-profile Suva ceremony brings together key leaders and diplomats for what could widen cooperation across the region.
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US Eyes Withdrawal from Key Pacific Climate Partnership
A pivotal shift in Pacific diplomacy unfolds as the United States weighs formally withdrawing from key climate partnerships. The move could reshape funding, collaboration, and regional resilience just as new visa rules complicate cross‑island engagement. The evolving developments promise to redefine how the region tackles pressing climate challenges.
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Sudan at 1,000 Days of Conflict: Millions in Need, Aid Agencies Warn
Sudan’s conflict has crossed 1,000 days, exposing a staggering humanitarian crisis. Nearly 34 million people need aid, and over five million children have been displaced. With fighting intensifying and access to essentials shrinking, a global call for urgent action to protect civilians and aid workers is growing louder.
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India, Fiji Extend MoU for Five Years, Form Joint Working Group on Agriculture
India and Fiji renew their commitment to agricultural cooperation, extending their MoU for five more years and forming a Joint Working Group to deepen collaboration in research, technology, and food security.
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US Expands Visa Bond Rules to Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu
Pacific travelers in Fiji, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu may soon face a new US visa bond requirement as a 12-month pilot expands the program. Some B-1/B-2 applicants could be asked to post bonds from $5,000 up to $15,000, with refunds tied to strict departure rules. Travel officials warn the changes could reshape plans for families,…
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UN Signals Cautious Global Growth Amid Tariff Tensions
A fresh global outlook hints at a cautious, slower march toward growth in the coming years. With tariff dynamics and uneven recoveries shaping the path, major economies—from the US and Europe to China and South Asia—face a delicate balance of opportunities and risks.