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President Donald Trump announced an agreement for the United States to gain majority control over more than 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's proven oil reserves. The deal, described by Trump as 'historic' and potentially the 'biggest oil deal in world history,' was also acknowledged by Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez.
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Norway’s long‑reigning monarch King Harald V passed away at 89, triggering tributes from European leaders and a period of national mourning. Sweden postponed sporting events and its king issued a heartfelt tribute.
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A majority in the Netherlands’ lower house has called for the removal of the far‑right broadcaster Ongehoord Nederland, but constitutional safeguards on free expression prevent an immediate shutdown. Legal experts say any action must navigate strict media‑licensing rules and potential court challenges.
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Concerns are escalating over a newly formed lake on the Nepal-Tibet border, threatening a second catastrophic flood. This peril complicates ongoing rescue operations for hundreds dead and over a thousand missing from Wednesday's initial deluges.
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Flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border have killed nearly 500 people, with over a thousand still missing. Rescue efforts are complicated by the critical risk of a newly formed lake breaching its banks, threatening further widespread destruction.
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King Harald V of Norway, Europe's oldest reigning monarch, has died at the age of 89 after a 35-year reign. His passing immediately elevates his son, Crown Prince Haakon, to King Haakon VIII, amid swirling controversy surrounding the new Crown Princess's past associations.
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Valérie Dittli, a member of the cantonal government of Vaud, announced her exit from the centrist Die Mitte party and the creation of a new liberal formation called Mouvement libéral. The split could reshape the balance of forces ahead of the next federal and cantonal elections.
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The 89‑year‑old monarch remains in intensive care after a week‑long treatment for a rare blood disorder, with his health described as “very serious” by the royal court. All official engagements have been cancelled as members of the royal family gather at the hospital.
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Internationally renowned Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, celebrated for her distinctive polka dots, infinity installations, and vivid, hallucination-inspired works, has passed away at the age of 97. Her prolific career spanned decades, transforming her into a global art icon.
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A catastrophic glacial collapse has unleashed devastating flash floods across the Himalayan border region of Nepal and Tibet, leaving at least 165 people dead and more than 1,500 reported missing. The disaster, believed to be caused by an 'ice avalanche,' has swept away entire populated areas, including tourist and pilgrimage sites.
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Iran and Oman are in discussions regarding a temporary transit route through the Strait of Hormuz, even as Tehran maintains the vital waterway will remain closed until US sanctions are lifted. The negotiations come amid broader international pressure and a shift in US strategy towards economic measures against Iran.
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Iran is reportedly engaged in discussions with Oman regarding a temporary transit corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, even as Tehran maintains that the critical waterway will remain closed unless international sanctions are lifted. This development coincides with increased U.S. economic pressure on Iran, with Washington shifting its strategy from potential military action to intensified financial measures.