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Second group of 7 Australian women and 12 children linked to ISIS return from Syria
A second group of Australian women and children linked to ISIS left a Syrian camp and have returned to Australia in May 2026.
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Israel intensifies air and ground strikes in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah
Israel escalated military operations with air strikes and ground advances into southern Lebanon amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah since March 2, 2026.
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Israeli air strike kills Hamas military chief Mohammad Odeh in Gaza City
Israel killed Hamas' newly appointed military wing chief Mohammad Odeh in a Gaza City air strike on May 26, 2026.
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Magnitude 6.9 earthquake hits northern Chile near Calama with no casualties reported
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Chile near Calama on May 25, causing mining disruptions but no reported casualties or major damage.
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Two French teens arrested for murder of 11-year-old boy in Rennes
Two teenagers were detained over the murder of an 11-year-old boy found dead by the Vilaine river in Rennes on May 24.
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Belarus opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visits Kyiv amid Ukraine war concerns
Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya traveled to Kyiv for talks with Ukraine amid fears Belarus may join Russia’s war.
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Xi Jinping Hosts Donald Trump at State Banquet Amid US-China Talks
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted US President Donald Trump at a state banquet during his visit to China on May 14.
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Switzerland to Hold June Referendum on Population Cap at 10 Million
Swiss voters will decide June 14 on a proposal to cap the population at 10 million amid immigration concerns.
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China praises Pakistan’s role in mediating US-Iran peace talks amid Middle East conflict
Chinese President Xi Jinping praised Pakistan’s mediation between the US and Iran during Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to China.
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Hundreds Protest Abuse at Barinas Prison in Venezuela, Clashes Leave Prisoners Injured
More than 1,300 inmates at Barinas Judicial Detention Center protested alleged torture and mistreatment on 24 May 2026, triggering violent clashes with guards.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent: US and China Discuss Board to Ease Non-Sensitive Investment Deals
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said talks are underway with China on a Board of Investment for non-sensitive sector investments and tariff removals.
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UN peacekeeping faces lowest troop levels and funding shortfalls amid geopolitical tensions
By the end of 2025, UN peacekeeping saw under 79,000 personnel deployed, its lowest in 25 years, as funding gaps and political disputes strain operations.
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US and China Agree to AI Safety Protocol During May 2026 Beijing Talks
The US and China will establish a protocol on AI safety amid ongoing talks held during Trump and Xi’s meeting in Beijing in May 2026.
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Xi Jinping Criticizes Japanese PM Takaichi and Taiwan President Lai at May 14 Beijing Summit
At a May 14 summit in Beijing, Xi Jinping criticized Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi and Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te, while Donald Trump defended Takaichi.
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Taiwan and China coast guards end two-day standoff near Pratas Islands
Taiwanese and Chinese coast guards clashed verbally for two days near the Pratas Islands before the Chinese ship departed May 24.
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Five killed, one injured in Hengyang shop fire in Hunan province
A fire erupted early May 24 in a Hengyang shop, killing five and injuring one in Qidong County.
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Russia launches large missile and drone strikes on Kyiv in retaliation for dorm attack
Russia launched over 600 drones and 90 missiles on Kyiv early May 24 in retaliation for a deadly dorm strike, causing casualties and citywide damage.
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Thousands protest in Madrid over rising rents, housing shortage, and corruption allegations
Thousands marched through Madrid May 23-24 in separate protests against soaring rents, housing shortages, and government corruption.
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Hundreds Rally in Taipei Supporting Increased Defence Spending After Budget Cut
Hundreds gathered in Taipei on May 23 backing government plans to raise defence spending after Parliament approved only two-thirds of the requested US$40 billion budget.
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Gabriel Attal announces run for 2027 French presidency as youngest former PM
Gabriel Attal, France’s youngest-ever prime minister, declared his 2027 presidential candidacy on May 22 in southern France.
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Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif visits China amid US-Iran mediation efforts
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif toured Beijing and Zhejiang from May 23-26, meeting Chinese leaders and promoting peace talks on the US-Iran conflict.
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French woman and partner arrested in Portugal for abandoning two young boys roadside
French woman Marine Rousseau and her partner were arrested in Portugal after abandoning two young boys near Alcacer do Sal.
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Taiwan security chief says China deployed over 100 vessels along first island chain after US-China summit
Taiwan's security chief Joseph Wu said China has sent more than 100 vessels near Taiwan following the US-China summit in Beijing.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India to boost ties on trade, energy, and security
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a four-day visit to India May 23 to strengthen cooperation on trade, energy, defense, and Indo-Pacific security.