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China grants South Africa zero-tariff access in trade partnership
China has signed a comprehensive economic partnership with South Africa, granting it zero-tariff access on 100% of its tariff lines exported to the Chinese market. The deal, part of Beijing's "Big Market for All" initiative, aims to boost South African exports and expand investment in sectors like automotive and renewable energy.
07 February 2026
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Explosion at Shia place of worship in Islamabad injures several
An explosion has struck an Imambargah, a Shia Muslim place of worship, in the Shehzad Town area of Islamabad, injuring multiple people. Pakistani authorities have launched search and rescue operations, with the injured transported to local hospitals as police work to determine the cause of the blast.
06 February 2026
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South Korea assures US it is not deliberately stalling on trade commitments
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun has assured US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Seoul is not intentionally delaying the legislative process required to fulfill a major bilateral trade deal. The meeting in Washington addressed US concerns and tariff threats, with South Korea seeking to insulate security cooperation from trade disputes.
06 February 2026
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Russia warns Armenia over risks of shifting toward the West
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov cautioned Armenia's parliament speaker about the dangers of pursuing closer ties with Western nations at the expense of traditional alliances. The meeting in Moscow, described as a "frank exchange," addressed the growing strain in bilateral relations as Yerevan seeks to diversify its foreign partnerships.
06 February 2026
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Zelenskyy signals next round of Ukraine peace talks may be in US
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indicated that a subsequent round of negotiations with Russia could be held in the United States. The announcement follows two days of trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi, which concluded with an agreement for a prisoner exchange and were described as "constructive."
05 February 2026
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Erdoğan hails Azerbaijan-Armenia peace steps as ‘extremely valuable’
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has praised recent moves by Azerbaijan and Armenia toward lasting peace, calling them “extremely valuable.” In a video message, he congratulated the leaders of both countries on receiving a peace award and expressed hope for a new chapter in the Caucasus.
04 February 2026
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Xi urges caution on Taiwan arms sales in call with Trump phone
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned Washington to act carefully on arms sales to Taiwan during a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, stressing that Beijing will not tolerate any move toward the island’s separation. The call highlighted efforts to stabilize China-US relations while deep disagreements over sovereignty, security, and regional balance persist.
04 February 2026
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China parliament meets as probe targets two military chiefs
China’s top legislative body is convening in Beijing as scrutiny intensifies over investigations into two senior generals. The meeting of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee comes after the defense ministry confirmed probes for alleged discipline and legal violations, raising questions about military governance and decision-making at the highest levels under President Xi Jinping.
04 February 2026
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Magnitude 6.1 earthquake strikes near New Zealand's Kermadec Islands
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 has occurred off the northeastern coast of New Zealand, near the remote Kermadec Islands. The quake, which originated at a significant depth, has not prompted immediate reports of damage or a tsunami warning.
04 February 2026
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Xi, Putin hold virtual talks as regional tensions mount grow
China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin held an online meeting as friction between Washington and Tehran continues to unsettle regional balances. The talks underscored Beijing and Moscow’s deepening strategic coordination, highlighting economic ties that have expanded sharply in recent years while global power rivalries intensify across Eurasia and the Middle East.
04 February 2026
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Indonesia landslide death toll reaches 85 as search efforts continue
The confirmed death toll from a devastating landslide in Indonesia's West Java province has risen to 85, as search and rescue operations extend into their 12th day. Recovery teams continue to work in challenging terrain to locate individuals still missing after the disaster buried numerous homes in late January.
04 February 2026
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Severe winter storms claim 35 lives across Japan
A relentless series of heavy snow and severe weather conditions in Japan has resulted in at least 35 fatalities, with hundreds more injured. The death toll continues to climb following the onset of the extreme winter weather in late January, with northern prefectures like Niigata hardest hit by landslides and accidents.
04 February 2026
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Military operations in Pakistan's Balochistan leave 255 dead
A large-scale security operation in southwestern Pakistan's Balochistan province has resulted in 255 fatalities over several days, a security official stated Wednesday. The casualties include 197 militants, 22 security personnel, and 36 civilians, following coordinated attacks by separatist groups. Communication and transport links remain severely disrupted across the restive region.
04 February 2026
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Pakistan invited to US-Iran talks, likely hosted by Türkiye
Pakistan has confirmed it received an invitation to participate in upcoming diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran, which are reportedly scheduled to be held in Istanbul. The meeting, potentially occurring this Friday, would include regional stakeholders and address issues from nuclear programs to regional security.
03 February 2026
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President Erdoğan hosts Kazakh top diplomat in Ankara for talks
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with Kazakhstan's Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev in the Turkish capital on Monday, underscoring the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations. The closed-door meeting at the Presidential Complex, also attended by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, focused on bolstering bilateral cooperation.
02 February 2026
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Russia's Lavrov identifies Central Asia, Afghanistan as CSTO's central concerns
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has stated that security challenges in Central Asia and the situation in Afghanistan are the primary concerns for the Collective Security Treaty Organization. He made the remarks during a meeting with the alliance's secretary-general in Moscow.
02 February 2026
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Türkiye and Kazakhstan FMs sign new cooperation plan in Ankara
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Kazakh counterpart Yermek Kosherbayev have co-chaired a strategic planning meeting, resulting in a new bilateral cooperation plan for 2026-2027. The meeting highlights the deepening multi-faceted partnership between the two Turkic nations.
02 February 2026
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South Korea says progress made with US on tariff dispute after Trump threat
South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok has stated that Seoul and Washington are advancing in discussions to resolve a tariff dispute. The comments follow a surprise threat from President Donald Trump to raise duties on South Korean goods, which triggered market turmoil.
02 February 2026
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China condemns US over treatment of its business personnel
The Chinese government has formally protested against the United States, accusing US authorities of subjecting employees from Chinese companies to unjustified interrogations, detentions, and deportations. Beijing described the enforcement methods as rough and coercive, arguing they violate bilateral consensus and undermine normal business and people-to-people exchanges.
02 February 2026
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