Countries are clamoring to join BRICS group, South Africa says, as Russia takes up leadership
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China says US military makes region more dangerous after Navy ship sails through Taiwan Strait
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Pakistan on edge as old dynasties vie for power and populist Imran Khan languishes in prison
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Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson interviewed Russian President Vladimir Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin gave a more than two-hour interview to former Fox News host Tucker Carlson that was released online Thursday, covering a variety of topics, from Ukraine to the Russian economy, but breaking little new ground.
U.S. lawmakers accuse five VC firms of investing $3 billion in Chinese companies linked to military activities
Sequoia Capital China, Qualcomm Ventures and three other venture capital firms plowed at least $3 billion into Chinese tech companies that support Beijing's military and its repression of minorities in Xinjiang, a U.S. congressional report alleged on Thursday.
The top UN court has ruled on Gaza genocide case. Here's what happens now
Last month, the International Court of Justice ruled on South Africa's legal case accusing Israel of genocide.
CNBC Daily Open: U.S. CEOs turn positive on the economy
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Trade leaders urge governments around the world to join Red Sea military effort
Trade associations representing sectors across the global economy have joined an open letter urging more governments around the world to join Red Sea maritime security efforts.