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Global tensions escalate as NATO expands defense commitments amid Russia-Ukraine war stalemate.
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Military escalation:
- NATO approves $10B in new weapons shipments to Ukraine, including advanced air defense systems and long-range artillery.
- Russia warns of "unpredictable consequences" if NATO continues arms deliveries, while Putin orders partial mobilization of reserve forces near Belarus border.
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Diplomatic shifts:
- China proposes "peace talks" but demands Ukraine halt Western aid; EU rejects terms as non-starter.
- Turkey blocks NATO membership bid for Sweden, citing cybersecurity concerns over Iran-linked hacking groups.
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Economic fallout:
- Eurozone inflation hits 3.8% (highest since 2023) as energy prices surge post-Red Sea crisis; ECB delays rate cuts.
- U.S. imposes tariffs on Chinese EVs, sparking retaliation from Beijing on agricultural exports.
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Climate disasters:
- Hurricane "Delta" devastates Caribbean, displacing 200K+; Puerto Rico declares state of emergency.
- India faces worst monsoon floods in decades, submerging 15M acres of farmland; WHO warns of waterborne disease outbreaks.
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Tech & AI breakthroughs:
- Google DeepMind unveils "AlphaFold 3"—AI that predicts protein interactions with 99% accuracy, accelerating drug discovery.
- Elon Musk announces X (Twitter) AI bots for customer service, sparking layoffs in human support roles.
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