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Putin Gives the Kremlin Power to Take over Businesses Hit by Ukraine
UKRAINE Vladimir Putin has authorized the Russian state to assume “temporary management” of critical infrastructure when the government decides its owners failed to protect it from Ukrainian drones—or did not repair it quickly enough afterward. The decree covers energy facilities, factories, communications, transportation,
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Politics
Trump Threatens Canada With 50% Tariffs on Cars, Trucks and Steel
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that tariffs on all Canadian cars, trucks, automotive parts and steel will rise to 50% starting January 1, 2027, escalating the trade confrontation between Washington and Ottawa. Trump accused Canada of imposing excessively high tariffs on U.S. farmers
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Politics
Russia Threatens British Drone Factories Supplying Ukraine
Russia has reportedly threatened to target British facilities producing drones for Ukraine, escalating tensions between Moscow and London over Britain’s military support for Kyiv. The warning comes as the United Kingdom continues to provide Ukraine with weapons, drones and other military assistance in its war…
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Politics
Iran: “We Have No Reason to Think” the Mecca Defense Pact Targets US
Iranian FM spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei says Tehran does not believe the new pact involving Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey is aimed at Iran. He argued that the participating states are Muslim countries and said regional governments have concluded that the United States’
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Africa & World
Chivayo’s huge reward for police after robbers jailed
Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has proposed a multimillion-dollar package of vehicles, tactical equipment and smartphones to reward police officers who investigated the armed robbery at his in-laws’ farm. Chivayo says he has formally written to the authorities seeking approval to donate 10 bulletproof, brand-new 2026 Toyota
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Africa & World
‘They Were Gifts’: Kelsea Tafirenyika’s $9m Wealth Defence
Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika has stunned a Harare court with a sensational explanation for her multimillion-dollar lifestyle — claiming the luxury properties, supercars and other assets worth more than US$9 million were gifts from her husband, Collins Mnangagwa, the President’s son. The extraordinary claim emerged during
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Politics
Joachim Chivayo spoils wife with a brand-new BMW 7 Series
Joachim Chivayo has pulled out all the stops to lavish his wife with a brand-new BMW 7 Series, in a jaw-dropping display of luxury. The grand surprise featured a helicopter parked on a tennis court, while a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon, Rolls-Royce Cullinan and Mercedes-Maybach added
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Politics
China Plans 10% Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S.
BREAKING: China Plans 10% Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. China is reportedly preparing to impose 10% retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, escalating trade tensions between Beijing and Washington. The move would mark a further deterioration in U.S.-China economic relations, with Beijing signaling that it is prepared…
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Politics
U.S. Warns Shipping Firms Over Cooperation With Iranian Entities in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a stern warning to shipping companies and maritime operators, cautioning that they could face sanctions or penalties for responding to information-sharing requests from Iranian organizations operating in the Strait of
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Politics
U.S. Lifts Syria Sanctions, Signaling New Era in Relations
United States has formally lifted decades-old restrictions on Syria after removing the country from the list of state sponsors of terrorism, marking a major shift in Washington’s policy toward Damascus. Syria’s new President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, praised President Donald Trump’s decision, calling it a genuine act
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Politics
Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant Warns Turkey Could Become Israel’s Next Major Challenge
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has warned that Turkey could emerge as the next major regional power to challenge Israel if Iran’s influence weakens. “You have to understand that if Iran becomes weaker, a power vacuum will emerge in the
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Politics
Britain Authorizes Release of Classified SCALP Missile Data to Ukraine
Britain has authorized European missile manufacturer MBDA to release classified information on British-made components used in the SCALP long-range cruise missile. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to announce the decision during his visit to Kyiv, with the transfer intended to help France and Ukraine
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Politics
Ukraine Reportedly Targets Russia’s Plesetsk Cosmodrome for the First Time
Drones reportedly reached Russia’s Arkhangelsk region for the first time, where the Plesetsk military cosmodrome is located, nearly 1,900 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. According to Russian and Ukrainian media reports, the attack allegedly targeted “strategic facilities.” Plesetsk is used to launch military satellites
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Politics
Canada to Build Six Icebreakers at Cost of $8 Billion
Canada will build six icebreaking vessels over the next five years, with the project expected to cost approximately $8 billion, Prime Minister Mark Carney said. The move could strengthen Canada’s ability to operate in the Arctic and expand access to northern maritime routes. Analysis: Canada
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Politics
ANALYSIS: Why Iran May Not “Kneel” Under Renewed U.S. Economic Pressure
Those expecting Iran to surrender under renewed U.S. economic pressure may be underestimating Tehran’s resilience. Washington’s economic campaign against Iran is not new; sanctions and pressure have been a central part of U.S.-Iran relations for decades and intensified significantly under President Donald Trump.
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Africa & World
Zambia to open 2026 CAVB Women’s Championship against host Kenya
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Sport
Zambian wrestlers mint gold, silver, bronze at Burundi tournament
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Agriculture
African Seed Access Index (TASAI) Shares Findings of Assessment of Seed Sector in Zambia
The African Seed Access Index (TASAI), in
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Entertainment
Social Media Users Urged to stop mocking content creators.
Social media users have been urged to stop mocking content creators over their living conditions and instead offer encouragement and support. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka star, content creator Miniva Mwenda said social media users are often quick to judge people without knowing the…
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Politics
Linda Kasonde, Two Others Challenge August 13 Presidential Election
Former Law Association of Zambia President Linda Kasonde and two others have written a petition challenging the August 13, 2026 presidential election, in which President Hakainde Hichilema was declared the winner by the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ). The other petitioners are governance activist Brebner…
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Zambia
16 year-old girl dies after crocodile attack in Lake Kariba
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Focus on lowering cost of living, Kabimba tells UPND
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I lost the Kanchibiya seat because I voted for Bill 7- Sunday
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