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Britain's Military Shortfalls Exposed as UK Avoids Iran Combat Role

Defense reports reveal UK military capacity concerns as Prime Minister Starmer refuses to join US Operation Epic Fury against Iran, drawing Trump criticism.

India Probes Ship Attack in Gulf of Oman — Cargo Vessel Caught Fire, Sank

India investigates attack on cargo vessel that caught fire and sank in Gulf of Oman, raising new concerns about maritime security in critical shipping lane.

Xi Warns of Taiwan 'Clashes and Conflicts' in Beijing Meeting with Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned of potential military confrontation over Taiwan during Thursday meeting with Trump in Beijing, calling it most important issue.

Brazil Police Arrest Banco Master CEO's Father in Expanding Fraud Probe

Brazilian federal police arrested the father of former Banco Master SA CEO Daniel Vorcaro as investigators expand their massive fraud investigation into the lender.

Bus Crash Kills One, Injures 29 on Australia's Deadliest Highway

One person died and two critically injured when bus carrying 29 passengers rolled off Bruce Highway at Gumlu in Queensland's Whitsundays region Thursday.

Trump Arrives Beijing for Xi Summit as AI Race Reshapes Global Order

President Trump landed in Beijing May 14 for high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping on semiconductors, Taiwan, Iran and artificial intelligence competition.

UK Expert Tells Australia: Define Antisemitism to Combat Modern Hate

British expert testifies to Australian royal commission that governments must formally define antisemitism to develop effective policies against rising hatred.

British Arabs Demand Equal Protection for London Nakba Commemoration

Arab and Palestinian leaders petition PM Starmer for security guarantees ahead of Saturday's 78th Nakba anniversary event amid far-right threats in London.

Rare South Arabian Torah Scroll Surfaces; Valued at Over $8 Million