February 12, 2025
US
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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The morning brought Trump's executive order expanding DOGE's authority over federal workforce reductions, while Marc Fogel returned from Russian detention in what Kremlin later revealed as a prisoner exchange. Elon Musk's presence in the Oval Office generated coverage as he outlined plans for agency eliminations.
January inflation data showed an unexpected rise to 3%, complicating Trump's tariff policies. The Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence, while RFK Jr.'s nomination for Health Secretary advanced.
Evening coverage centered on Trump's call with Putin regarding Ukraine war negotiations, following Defense Secretary Hegseth's statement about abandoning pre-2014 borders goal. The White House claimed judicial opposition to Trump's actions was causing a constitutional crisis, while federal judges continued blocking various executive orders.
The administration initiated legal action against New York over immigration policies, expanding conflicts with sanctuary jurisdictions.
January inflation data showed an unexpected rise to 3%, complicating Trump's tariff policies. The Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence, while RFK Jr.'s nomination for Health Secretary advanced.
Evening coverage centered on Trump's call with Putin regarding Ukraine war negotiations, following Defense Secretary Hegseth's statement about abandoning pre-2014 borders goal. The White House claimed judicial opposition to Trump's actions was causing a constitutional crisis, while federal judges continued blocking various executive orders.
The administration initiated legal action against New York over immigration policies, expanding conflicts with sanctuary jurisdictions.
Israel
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Signs of life from three hostages - Yosef Ohana, Matan Angrest, and Eitan Mor - emerged through the morning and evening, providing momentum to negotiation efforts. These revelations coincided with Defense Minister Katz's warnings of unprecedented force if Hamas fails to meet Trump's Saturday deadline.
Egypt's reconstruction plan surfaced, explicitly rejecting Gaza population transfers, while Sissi declined White House invitation over disagreements with Trump's resettlement vision. By afternoon, Hamas indicated to Saudi media its willingness to proceed with limited releases, though not meeting the comprehensive US demand.
IDF continued preparations for renewed combat, establishing permanent positions in Lebanon and conducting infiltration drills along Gaza's perimeter. The military's readiness posture aligned with political messaging, even as Qatar and Egypt intensified mediation efforts to salvage the deal's first phase.
Egypt's reconstruction plan surfaced, explicitly rejecting Gaza population transfers, while Sissi declined White House invitation over disagreements with Trump's resettlement vision. By afternoon, Hamas indicated to Saudi media its willingness to proceed with limited releases, though not meeting the comprehensive US demand.
IDF continued preparations for renewed combat, establishing permanent positions in Lebanon and conducting infiltration drills along Gaza's perimeter. The military's readiness posture aligned with political messaging, even as Qatar and Egypt intensified mediation efforts to salvage the deal's first phase.
Germany
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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The morning began with reports of Trump's executive order mandating federal cooperation with Musk's DOGE system, while severe smog alerts disrupted daily life across Germany. By midday, Austrian coalition talks collapsed as FPÖ's Kickl failed to secure key ministries from ÖVP, marking a setback for Europe's right-wing alliance aspirations.
Chancellor Scholz faced criticism over allegedly calling Berlin's Cultural Senator Joe Chialo a "court jester," leading to racism accusations from CDU. The controversy escalated throughout the day, overshadowing economic debates about deindustrialization.
The evening brought news of Trump's call with Putin announcing "immediate" Ukraine negotiations, triggering concerns across European capitals. Meanwhile, German industry leaders issued warnings about gas prices and economic decline, while reports emerged of sabotage attempts on German warships.
Chancellor Scholz faced criticism over allegedly calling Berlin's Cultural Senator Joe Chialo a "court jester," leading to racism accusations from CDU. The controversy escalated throughout the day, overshadowing economic debates about deindustrialization.
The evening brought news of Trump's call with Putin announcing "immediate" Ukraine negotiations, triggering concerns across European capitals. Meanwhile, German industry leaders issued warnings about gas prices and economic decline, while reports emerged of sabotage attempts on German warships.
France
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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The murder case of Louise evolved through detailed revelations. Morning headlines confirmed Owen L.'s confession, while his sister's previous violence complaint surfaced. By afternoon, the prosecutor's press conference revealed the murder's trigger: Owen L.'s rage after a Fortnite game loss led him to seek someone to rob, resulting in Louise's death when she resisted.
Meanwhile, Trump and Putin's phone conversation initiated immediate Ukraine negotiations, with Zelensky later confirming separate discussions with Trump. The Russian side rejected Zelensky's earlier territorial exchange proposal, while Pentagon chief stressed Europe must provide the "overwhelming" share of future Ukraine aid.
Evening brought a grenade explosion in a Grenoble bar with twelve casualties, while Owen L. and his girlfriend were formally charged - him for murder of a minor, her for non-disclosure of crime.
Meanwhile, Trump and Putin's phone conversation initiated immediate Ukraine negotiations, with Zelensky later confirming separate discussions with Trump. The Russian side rejected Zelensky's earlier territorial exchange proposal, while Pentagon chief stressed Europe must provide the "overwhelming" share of future Ukraine aid.
Evening brought a grenade explosion in a Grenoble bar with twelve casualties, while Owen L. and his girlfriend were formally charged - him for murder of a minor, her for non-disclosure of crime.
Lebanon
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Lebanon rejected Israel's request to maintain positions until February 28, maintaining the February 18 withdrawal deadline. U.S. Deputy Envoy Morgan Ortagus's expected arrival this week reinforced Washington's commitment to the original timeline.
Israeli military issued warnings to southern residents, claiming agreement extension while conducting demolitions in Adeisseh. Mid-day reports of a potential extension through Ramadan were swiftly denied by both Presidential office and Parliament Speaker Berri.
Putin-Trump phone call lasted 90 minutes, leading to Saudi meeting announcement. Israeli military spokesperson accused Hezbollah and Iran of using Beirut airport for money smuggling through civilian flights, marking new pressure point in withdrawal negotiations.
The new Salam cabinet continued forming its ministerial statement, while Judge Halawi ordered Riad Salameh's continued detention while releasing two lawyers on bail.
Israeli military issued warnings to southern residents, claiming agreement extension while conducting demolitions in Adeisseh. Mid-day reports of a potential extension through Ramadan were swiftly denied by both Presidential office and Parliament Speaker Berri.
Putin-Trump phone call lasted 90 minutes, leading to Saudi meeting announcement. Israeli military spokesperson accused Hezbollah and Iran of using Beirut airport for money smuggling through civilian flights, marking new pressure point in withdrawal negotiations.
The new Salam cabinet continued forming its ministerial statement, while Judge Halawi ordered Riad Salameh's continued detention while releasing two lawyers on bail.
Ukraine
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv at dawn, killing one person and injuring several, including a child. Air defense intercepted 6 missiles and 71 drones.
By midday, Pentagon chief's statement declaring Ukraine's 1991 borders "unrealistic" shifted media focus from operational updates to diplomatic possibilities. This contextualized subsequent revelations about Trump's direct phone conversation with Putin and immediate follow-up call with Zelenskyy. Both calls centered on potential peace negotiations.
Evening coverage revealed Trump's plan to meet Putin in Saudi Arabia, while parallel coverage tracked SBU chief Maliuk's personal involvement in capturing a high-ranking intelligence official accused of working for Moscow. The day's trajectory from morning violence to evening diplomacy mirrors the week's broader pattern of escalating military pressure concurrent with accelerating peace initiatives.
By midday, Pentagon chief's statement declaring Ukraine's 1991 borders "unrealistic" shifted media focus from operational updates to diplomatic possibilities. This contextualized subsequent revelations about Trump's direct phone conversation with Putin and immediate follow-up call with Zelenskyy. Both calls centered on potential peace negotiations.
Evening coverage revealed Trump's plan to meet Putin in Saudi Arabia, while parallel coverage tracked SBU chief Maliuk's personal involvement in capturing a high-ranking intelligence official accused of working for Moscow. The day's trajectory from morning violence to evening diplomacy mirrors the week's broader pattern of escalating military pressure concurrent with accelerating peace initiatives.
Palestine
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Egypt presented a five-year Gaza reconstruction plan explicitly rejecting displacement, while threatening to cancel peace treaties if Trump-Netanyahu plans proceeded. Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo for ceasefire talks as Qatar resumed fuel shipments to Gaza hospitals.
Israeli forces ordered complete evacuation of Nur Shams refugee camp, where armed clashes resulted in casualties. Cabinet ministers demanded halt to prisoner exchange negotiations, while Al-Quds Brigades released footage of previously freed Israeli prisoners with messages to Netanyahu.
Palestinian casualty count reached 48,222 dead and 111,674 injured since October. Israeli military maintained presence in multiple West Bank camps, with reports of withdrawal from Al-Far'a after 11 days. By evening, violent clashes erupted in Nur Shams, Arraba, and Jenin, while Israel's southern command raised alert levels.
Israeli forces ordered complete evacuation of Nur Shams refugee camp, where armed clashes resulted in casualties. Cabinet ministers demanded halt to prisoner exchange negotiations, while Al-Quds Brigades released footage of previously freed Israeli prisoners with messages to Netanyahu.
Palestinian casualty count reached 48,222 dead and 111,674 injured since October. Israeli military maintained presence in multiple West Bank camps, with reports of withdrawal from Al-Far'a after 11 days. By evening, violent clashes erupted in Nur Shams, Arraba, and Jenin, while Israel's southern command raised alert levels.
UK
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Netanyahu's Saturday ultimatum for hostage releases dominated morning coverage, following Trump's similar demand from the previous day. By mid-day, US defense officials announced a significant shift away from European security commitments, declaring Ukraine's pre-2014 border aspirations "unrealistic."
The afternoon brought news of a 90-minute call between Trump and Putin, leading to announcements of immediate Ukraine peace negotiations. Trump expressed agreement with Putin's stance on keeping Ukraine out of NATO, and plans emerged for a meeting in Saudi Arabia. These developments followed Trump's tariff announcements from February 10th and previous hints at Putin discussions.
Domestic issues included MI5's admission of providing false evidence to protect a neo-Nazi spy, and Labour's controversial proposal to deny citizenship to small boat refugees, marking a hardening stance on immigration policy.
The afternoon brought news of a 90-minute call between Trump and Putin, leading to announcements of immediate Ukraine peace negotiations. Trump expressed agreement with Putin's stance on keeping Ukraine out of NATO, and plans emerged for a meeting in Saudi Arabia. These developments followed Trump's tariff announcements from February 10th and previous hints at Putin discussions.
Domestic issues included MI5's admission of providing false evidence to protect a neo-Nazi spy, and Labour's controversial proposal to deny citizenship to small boat refugees, marking a hardening stance on immigration policy.
Iran
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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State media coordinated extensive coverage of Khamenei's praise for Revolution Day demonstrations, while widespread power outages affected Tehran. The energy crisis sparked an unprecedented public dispute between oil and energy ministries, with both sides blaming each other for the failures. Government spokesman attempted damage control, urging ministries to stop "kicking the ball to each other."
By afternoon, coverage shifted to Iran's formal UN protest against Trump's threats, while economic concerns surfaced with predictions of 50% inflation. Reports emerged of Russia-Iran oil reserves accumulating without buyers, though state media emphasized defense capabilities instead.
Evening headlines revealed Trump's formation of a Ukraine peace negotiation team following calls with Putin and Zelenskyy, while Hamas rejected Saturday's hostage release deadline. YouTube filtering discussions and claims of French-Iranian diplomatic cooperation regarding Gaza emerged in independent media.
By afternoon, coverage shifted to Iran's formal UN protest against Trump's threats, while economic concerns surfaced with predictions of 50% inflation. Reports emerged of Russia-Iran oil reserves accumulating without buyers, though state media emphasized defense capabilities instead.
Evening headlines revealed Trump's formation of a Ukraine peace negotiation team following calls with Putin and Zelenskyy, while Hamas rejected Saturday's hostage release deadline. YouTube filtering discussions and claims of French-Iranian diplomatic cooperation regarding Gaza emerged in independent media.
Russia
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Morning coverage focused on military claims about Ukrainian casualties in Kursk region, following previous days' narrative escalation. The release of American Marc Fogel, initially presented as a unilateral decision, evolved into a prisoner exchange announcement for Russian crypto-entrepreneur Alexander Vinnik.
By early afternoon, state media reported missile strikes on Ukrainian drone production facilities, while independent sources covered civilian evacuations from Kursk to Ukraine. The IAEA rotation at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant failed, with both sides blaming each other.
The day culminated in a 90-minute call between Putin and Trump, following Trump's envoy's Moscow visit. State media emphasized immediate Ukraine negotiations and Trump's Saudi Arabia meeting proposal, while reporting European support for Ukraine's victory dropping below 10%. The conversation expanded to include Zelensky, marking the first three-way diplomatic engagement since the conflict's escalation.
By early afternoon, state media reported missile strikes on Ukrainian drone production facilities, while independent sources covered civilian evacuations from Kursk to Ukraine. The IAEA rotation at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant failed, with both sides blaming each other.
The day culminated in a 90-minute call between Putin and Trump, following Trump's envoy's Moscow visit. State media emphasized immediate Ukraine negotiations and Trump's Saudi Arabia meeting proposal, while reporting European support for Ukraine's victory dropping below 10%. The conversation expanded to include Zelensky, marking the first three-way diplomatic engagement since the conflict's escalation.
Italy
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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The morning began with confirmation of Russian hacker Vinnik's release, part of the Fogel prisoner exchange, evolving into reports of direct Trump-Putin phone negotiations on Ukraine. The Pentagon's declaration that Ukraine's NATO membership was "unrealistic" and borders "unrecoverable" marked a significant shift in US positioning.
Industrial production data showed a 7.1% December decline, marking 23 consecutive months of decrease. The Milleproroghe decree maintained vehicle scrapping incentives while removing tax concordat measures. President Mattarella's speech at Perugia's University for Foreigners emphasized Italy's openness, contrasting with growing migration policy tensions.
The evening's Sanremo Festival coverage revealed emotional performances, with Damiano David's Dalla tribute and Michielin's tears dominating headlines, while Lucano's final conviction in Cassation Court closed a chapter in Italy's migration narrative.
Industrial production data showed a 7.1% December decline, marking 23 consecutive months of decrease. The Milleproroghe decree maintained vehicle scrapping incentives while removing tax concordat measures. President Mattarella's speech at Perugia's University for Foreigners emphasized Italy's openness, contrasting with growing migration policy tensions.
The evening's Sanremo Festival coverage revealed emotional performances, with Damiano David's Dalla tribute and Michielin's tears dominating headlines, while Lucano's final conviction in Cassation Court closed a chapter in Italy's migration narrative.
Japan
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Japan formally requested exemption from Trump's steel tariffs, with Nippon Steel executives heading to Washington for direct negotiations. The diplomatic shift followed confirmation that the issue wasn't discussed during recent summit talks.
The rescue operation at Tsuchiyu Onsen successfully evacuated 40 people trapped by avalanches, while winter casualties reached 12 deaths and 158 injuries nationwide. The University of Tokyo announced record-high female admission rates approaching 50% through recommendation-based selection.
By afternoon, debate intensified over surname system reform within LDP, with conservative members proposing expanded maiden name usage as alternative to separate surnames. SoftBank Group reported ¥369.1 billion quarterly loss, while adding ¥230 billion investment in OpenAI. Evening reports warned of another intense cold wave approaching.
The rescue operation at Tsuchiyu Onsen successfully evacuated 40 people trapped by avalanches, while winter casualties reached 12 deaths and 158 injuries nationwide. The University of Tokyo announced record-high female admission rates approaching 50% through recommendation-based selection.
By afternoon, debate intensified over surname system reform within LDP, with conservative members proposing expanded maiden name usage as alternative to separate surnames. SoftBank Group reported ¥369.1 billion quarterly loss, while adding ¥230 billion investment in OpenAI. Evening reports warned of another intense cold wave approaching.
Netherlands
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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The morning began with environmental organization Milieudefensie appealing the Shell climate case verdict to the Supreme Court. Corporate news dominated early hours as Heineken's stock rose 12% while announcing a €1.5 billion share buyback.
By afternoon, US Defense Secretary Hegseth's declaration that Ukraine must forfeit territory and abandon NATO aspirations marked a dramatic shift in Western support. The statement aligned with previous days' US steel tariffs and growing trans-Atlantic tensions.
Evening developments centered on Trump's sequential calls with Putin (90 minutes) and Zelensky (60 minutes), announcing immediate peace negotiations. This diplomatic initiative follows yesterday's Council of State tensions and builds on earlier signals of US policy shifts regarding Ukraine.
The PVV faced criticism for abandoning its rent-reduction promises, while Amsterdam confirmed keeping its waste energy company AEB after failed privatization attempts.
By afternoon, US Defense Secretary Hegseth's declaration that Ukraine must forfeit territory and abandon NATO aspirations marked a dramatic shift in Western support. The statement aligned with previous days' US steel tariffs and growing trans-Atlantic tensions.
Evening developments centered on Trump's sequential calls with Putin (90 minutes) and Zelensky (60 minutes), announcing immediate peace negotiations. This diplomatic initiative follows yesterday's Council of State tensions and builds on earlier signals of US policy shifts regarding Ukraine.
The PVV faced criticism for abandoning its rent-reduction promises, while Amsterdam confirmed keeping its waste energy company AEB after failed privatization attempts.
India
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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The Magh Purnima bath at Mahakumbh drew 1.59 crore devotees by afternoon, with CM Yogi monitoring from Lucknow and helicopters showering 25 quintals of flowers. The administration managed a 15km traffic stretch, showing improvement from yesterday's 300km congestion.
PM Modi concluded his France visit, with Macron seeing him off as they finalized deals on Pinaka rockets and nuclear cooperation. The Supreme Court made strong remarks against electoral freebies, suggesting they create "parasites" - a notable shift in judicial stance on welfare schemes.
India completed a 3-0 ODI series sweep against England at the Narendra Modi Stadium, while a new opinion poll showed NDA potentially winning over 300 seats if elections were held today. By evening, attention shifted to Trump's calls with Putin and Zelenskyy about ending the Ukraine war, as Modi headed to the US.
PM Modi concluded his France visit, with Macron seeing him off as they finalized deals on Pinaka rockets and nuclear cooperation. The Supreme Court made strong remarks against electoral freebies, suggesting they create "parasites" - a notable shift in judicial stance on welfare schemes.
India completed a 3-0 ODI series sweep against England at the Narendra Modi Stadium, while a new opinion poll showed NDA potentially winning over 300 seats if elections were held today. By evening, attention shifted to Trump's calls with Putin and Zelenskyy about ending the Ukraine war, as Modi headed to the US.
Poland
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Morning brought reports of infrastructure collapse in Gdynia, with thousands losing heat and water access. Defense discussions intensified around the "main defense line on Vistula" concept, while Trump's suggestion about Auschwitz ownership sparked diplomatic tensions.
By afternoon, Trump's hour-long call with Putin dominated coverage, followed by a separate conversation with Zelenskyy. Trump announced plans for direct negotiations and a potential meeting with Putin in Saudi Arabia, prompting concerns across European capitals about bilateral deal-making excluding EU interests.
Pentagon chief's statement about Ukraine's NATO membership being "unrealistic" amplified anxieties about US-Russia rapprochement. The migration pact debate resurfaced with PiS claims about disproportionate quotas for Poland, while law enforcement reported capturing a suspect in the widely-covered attack on a 14-year-old girl in Rabka-Zdrój.
By afternoon, Trump's hour-long call with Putin dominated coverage, followed by a separate conversation with Zelenskyy. Trump announced plans for direct negotiations and a potential meeting with Putin in Saudi Arabia, prompting concerns across European capitals about bilateral deal-making excluding EU interests.
Pentagon chief's statement about Ukraine's NATO membership being "unrealistic" amplified anxieties about US-Russia rapprochement. The migration pact debate resurfaced with PiS claims about disproportionate quotas for Poland, while law enforcement reported capturing a suspect in the widely-covered attack on a 14-year-old girl in Rabka-Zdrój.
Spain
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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The Treasury's position on minimum wage taxation faced unprecedented opposition, with PP's Feijóo aligning with Yolanda Díaz against the measure. This unusual alliance dominated morning parliamentary exchanges, where Sánchez attempted to deflect by highlighting the 61% wage increase during his tenure.
By midday, Congress approved pension increases and transport aid with unexpected support from both PP and Junts, while the Supreme Court confirmed Borràs's prison sentence. Russia opened a criminal case against El Mundo journalist Alberto Rojas, and Social Security announced plans to claim retroactive payments from 900,000 self-employed workers.
Evening coverage shifted to Trump's announcement of an agreement with Putin to begin immediate Ukraine peace negotiations, continuing the previous days' pattern of Trump's increasing involvement in international conflicts, from Gaza to Ukraine. US officials suggested Ukraine's pre-2014 borders were unrecoverable.
By midday, Congress approved pension increases and transport aid with unexpected support from both PP and Junts, while the Supreme Court confirmed Borràs's prison sentence. Russia opened a criminal case against El Mundo journalist Alberto Rojas, and Social Security announced plans to claim retroactive payments from 900,000 self-employed workers.
Evening coverage shifted to Trump's announcement of an agreement with Putin to begin immediate Ukraine peace negotiations, continuing the previous days' pattern of Trump's increasing involvement in international conflicts, from Gaza to Ukraine. US officials suggested Ukraine's pre-2014 borders were unrecoverable.
Turkey
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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Heavy snowfall in Istanbul led to the closure of Bosphorus maritime traffic and ferry services, with snow depths reaching 80cm in some areas. The weather disruption dominated morning coverage alongside Erdoğan's arrival in Indonesia, where he called for immediate Palestinian statehood.
Parliament witnessed tension as TV host Zahide Yetiş's comments prompted walkouts, while CHP faced multiple challenges including İmamoğlu's upcoming court date and investigations into municipal operations. DEM Party made an unexpected diplomatic gesture by calling MHP leader Bahçeli with well-wishes.
Evening brought new seismic activity in the Aegean Sea with a 4.5 magnitude earthquake, continuing the pattern from previous days. The release of a contractor involved in earthquake-related deaths generated significant coverage, while protests in Van against the appointed trustee entered their second day.
Parliament witnessed tension as TV host Zahide Yetiş's comments prompted walkouts, while CHP faced multiple challenges including İmamoğlu's upcoming court date and investigations into municipal operations. DEM Party made an unexpected diplomatic gesture by calling MHP leader Bahçeli with well-wishes.
Evening brought new seismic activity in the Aegean Sea with a 4.5 magnitude earthquake, continuing the pattern from previous days. The release of a contractor involved in earthquake-related deaths generated significant coverage, while protests in Van against the appointed trustee entered their second day.
China
•12.02.2025
•Wednesday
•194 days ago
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The morning brought strategic naming announcements for China's lunar program, with "Wangyu" spacesuit and "Tansuo" rover designations, continuing the previous days' space technology narrative alongside DeepSeek AI developments. State media maintained parallel coverage of these achievements while responding to US Navy movements through the Taiwan Strait.
By midday, attention shifted to economic tensions as US House Republicans pushed to revoke China's normal trade status, building on previous days' tariff confrontations. The Chinese GPU performance claims against Nvidia emerged as a counter-narrative to US technology restrictions.
Evening coverage focused on Manila's South China Sea "transparency initiative" and Yiwu's response to US tariff increases, while state media maintained lunar exploration narratives. The ongoing Paris AI summit revealed deepening US-China technology governance divisions, with both sides declining common framework agreements.
By midday, attention shifted to economic tensions as US House Republicans pushed to revoke China's normal trade status, building on previous days' tariff confrontations. The Chinese GPU performance claims against Nvidia emerged as a counter-narrative to US technology restrictions.
Evening coverage focused on Manila's South China Sea "transparency initiative" and Yiwu's response to US tariff increases, while state media maintained lunar exploration narratives. The ongoing Paris AI summit revealed deepening US-China technology governance divisions, with both sides declining common framework agreements.
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