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Albania Created an ‘A.I. Minister’ to Curb Corruption. Then Its Developers Were Accused of Graft.

The Albanian avatar known as Diella, a public anticorruption crusader, has been described as the world’s first government minister created by artificial intelligence.
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How Trump’s Threats to Greenland Made Him a Liability for Europe’s Far Right

Europe’s nationalist leaders once saw President Trump as an ideological ally. Now, as he threatens European sovereignty, they are seeking distance — at least for the moment.
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Trump Vows Higher Tariffs for South Korea Months After Trade Deal

President Trump said Seoul was not moving fast enough to implement the agreement, which calls for South Korea to invest billions in the United States.
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All-Night Concerts in War-Ravaged Myanmar
But the shows, which combine dance, drama and music, are also part of an effort by Myanmar’s military rulers to project a veneer of legitimacy.
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UK Seeks Trade With China Without Triggering Trump’s Fury

Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to boost his country’s lagging economy with a trip to Beijing. But he must carefully navigate between two superpowers.
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As U.S. Warships Get Closer, Iran Ramps Up Threats to Retaliate

Iran and its militia allies say they will respond aggressively in the region if attacked. A U.S. aircraft carrier and warships are approaching the region.
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Hamas Hands Over Body of Ran Gvili, Closing Chapter for Israel

The recovery of Master Sgt. Ran Gvili’s body paves the way for the next stage of the Gaza cease-fire plan, though the path forward is unclear.
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Russia Says Talks to End War in Ukraine Will Continue

Ukrainian and Russian officials left rare direct talks last weekend in a somewhat optimistic mood. But Russia may be simply stalling for time, analysts said.
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Israel Says It Will Reopen Gaza-Egypt Border Crossing in Days

The Rafah crossing will open at the end of Israel’s search for the remains of the last captive in Gaza.
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In Venezuela, Freeing the Economy, but Nothing Else

Interim leader Delcy Rodríguez is liberalizing the economy without dismantling her predecessor’s repressive apparatus, raising questions about her aims.