Category: 2024-06-21
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Cyprus Stresses Neutrality Amid Hezbollah Threats Over Israel War

Local sources from Turkey: The Guardian, Al Jazeera English. UK coverage: The Guardian. Cyprus has emphasized its commitment to peace and neutrality after receiving threats from Hezbollah that the country could become a target if it allows Israel to use its territory in a conflict. The Lebanese militant group warned…
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Investors Optimistic as Cyril Ramaphosa Takes Office as South Africa’s President

Local sources from South Africa: Financial Times, BizNews. UK coverage: Financial Times. Investors are showing optimism as Cyril Ramaphosa takes office as South Africa’s president. Ramaphosa, a former businessman and trade unionist, has promised to revive the country’s struggling economy and fight corruption. His inauguration has been met with positive…
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Philippines Reinforces Ship in South China Sea Dispute

Local sources from Philippines: Financial Times, The Australian Financial Review. UK coverage: Financial Times. The Philippines has discreetly reinforced its naval vessel, BRP Sierra Madre, which is at the center of the ongoing South China Sea dispute. Tensions have been escalating in the region, and this move is seen as…