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Chad ends defence pact with France
Likely withdrawal of troops marks further retrenchment of French role in fighting Islamist insurgents in SahelWorld - Financial Times - 5 hours ago -
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Chad ends a defense cooperation agreement with France, its former colonial ruler
Chad’s government says it is ending a defense cooperation agreement with France, its former colonial ruler, to redefine the nation's sovereigntyWorld - ABC News - 2 hours ago -
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Ukraine war briefing: North Korea ratifies landmark mutual defence pact with Russia
Agreement seals deepening security cooperation between two nations and comes weeks after Pyongyang sent troops to Russia. What we know on day 993. See all our coverage of the Russia-Ukraine ...World - The Guardian - November 12 -
As Pelicot Rape Trial Nears End in France, Wife Speaks of ‘Banality’
Gisèle Pelicot made her final address to the court, calling the things her husband allegedly did to her “unforgivable.”World - The New York Times - November 21 -
Middle East crisis live: France sees ‘window’ to end wars in Gaza and Lebanon after Trump victory
France’s foreign minister cites Donald Trump’s desire to see end of ‘Middle East’s endless wars’. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson has said the presidential election result in the US is a ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
France ending 2024 on concerning low after goalless UEFA Nations League draw vs. Israel
Les Bleus possibly blow chance to beat Italy to top spot this weekendSports - CBS Sports - November 15 -
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Exxon Says Trump Should Keep U.S. in Paris Climate Pact
In an interview, Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods says President-elect Trump’s plan to pull U.S. out of the Paris agreement is a bad idea.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 12 -
US and Philippines sign a pact to secure shared military intelligence and weapons technology
The United States and the Philippines have signed an agreement to secure the exchange of highly confidential military intelligence and technology in key weapons the U.S. would provide to ManilaWorld - ABC News - November 18 -
Is the UK spending enough on defence?
And what Trump 2.0 could mean for Ukraine.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
Women’s rights groups fear FGM is rife among Sudanese refugees in Chad
Practice banned in both countries but widespread among those displaced by Sudan’s civil war, say aid workers. Women’s rights campaigners have spoken of their concern over the spread of female ...World - The Guardian - November 18 -
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How the PACT Act helped my family as cancer took my husband’s life
If you are a veteran and have been diagnosed with a condition that is presumed to have been caused by your service, I urge you to enroll in VA health care and file a disability claim.Politics - The Hill - November 11 -
Schrödinger’s stock pops as it enters collaboration pact with Novartis worth up to $2.5 billion
Schrödinger will receive $150 million upfront plus up to $2.3 billion in milestone and royalty payments.Business - MarketWatch - November 12 -
Afraid of losing the US-Canada trade pact, Mexico alters its laws and removes Chinese parts
Mexico has been taking a bashing for allegedly serving as a conduit for Chinese parts and products into North AmericaWorld - ABC News - 5 days ago -
Massive EU-South American free trade pact would reduce tariffs, but some farmers are opposed
The EU and the South American trade bloc Mercosur are working to finalize a trade deal that has been in negotiation for over 20 yearsWorld - ABC News - 2 days ago -
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France’s bond market sell-off
Political uncertainty in France sends shockwaves through the country’s sovereign bond marketWorld - Financial Times - 10 hours ago -
Chad's army says an attack by Boko Haram rebels has left 17 soldiers and 96 insurgents dead
Chad's army says an attack by Boko Haram rebels has left 17 soldiers and 96 insurgents deadWorld - ABC News - November 11 -
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Sudan keeps key aid crossing from Chad open for hard-hit Darfur region as famine grows
Sudan’s military-controlled government says a key border crossing with Chad will stay open to keep much-needed humanitarian aid flowing into the western Darfur region which has been a center of ...World - ABC News - November 13 -
Playing a stripper in a Netflix Christmas movie made Chad Michael Murray fall in love with dance
The actor and former teen heartthrob is starring in his latest holiday film for Netflix, which required him to dance for hours while baring his abs for all.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 20 -
'General Hospital' actor Chad Duell leaving ABC soap opera after 14-year stint
'General Hospital' star Chad Duell, the third actor to play Michael Corinthos III on the long-running ABC soap opera, is leaving the series after 14 years.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago -
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UN investigates sexual exploitation allegations against aid workers in Chad following AP story
The United Nations in Chad has launched an internal investigation, following an Associated Press report on allegations of sexual exploitation of Sudanese refugees, including by aid workersWorld - ABC News - 2 days ago -
Netanyahu fires Israel’s defence minister Gallant
Prime minister said ‘significant gaps’ had emerged over the management of the warBusiness - Financial Times - November 5 -
Protests erupt in Israel after Netanyahu fires defence minister
Benjamin Netanyahu says there is a "crisis of trust" between him and Yoav Gallant, and replaces him with Israel Katz.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
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Trump victory hands hedge funds $1.2bn win from bet against renewables
Clean energy shares have tumbled on fears Republican president-elect will scrap subsidies and tax breaksWorld - Financial Times - November 8 -
Defence chief calls for more spending on military
Treasury minister Darren Jones says defence spending should rise to 2.5% of GDP, but avoids saying by when.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
Why Trump’s election will not tank European defence stocks
Europe still has decades of under-investment in security to addressWorld - Financial Times - November 11 -
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The Boks and the blitz - can England keep faith in defence?
England have invested time and expertise in their new high-tempo defence. As the defeats stack up, have they got enough faith to see it through against the world champions?Top stories - BBC News - November 15