Conflicts & Security

Turkish Police Arrest 500+ at May Day Rallies

Turkish Police Arrest 500+ at May Day Rallies

Turkish police arrested more than 500 people and used tear gas during May Day demonstrations in Istanbul. The CHD lawyers' group reported over 500 arrests, with large police deployments also in Ankara, Izmir, and other cities.

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US military kills two more in Pacific drug boat strike

US military kills two more in Pacific drug boat strike

The US military announced on Friday that it killed two people in an attack on a boat in the eastern Pacific, part of a series of deadly strikes on vessels in recent months which it claims are targeting 'narco-trafficking' operations, according to The Guardian.

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UK Stands Firm: Position on Falklands Will Not Change, Says No 10

UK Stands Firm: Position on Falklands Will Not Change, Says No 10

Downing Street has reaffirmed that Britain will not yield sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, following a leaked Pentagon memo suggesting the US should reconsider its support for the UK’s claim due to a lack of British backing in the Iran conflict, according to The Guardian.

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Mike Johnson’s Failed Votes and New Spy Powers Plan

Mike Johnson’s Failed Votes and New Spy Powers Plan

Speaker Mike Johnson, R.-La., is pushing forward with a new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers after two failed votes earlier this month. His latest proposal does not include a warrant requirement for accessing Americans' communications.

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