March 14, 2025
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US
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Senate Democrats divided over Schumer's decision to support the GOP funding bill, averting a government shutdown but igniting what outlets described as a "Democratic civil war." The bill passed by evening with bipartisan support despite progressive fury, with some calling for Schumer's resignation.

Meanwhile, the Trump administration's bureaucratic restructuring continued unabated. The U.S. Postal Service partnered with DOGE to eliminate 10,000 jobs, the Department of Education faced legal challenges from 20 Democratic attorneys general over staff cuts, and federal judges ordered reinstatement of thousands of probationary employees fired by Trump.

Putin responded cautiously to Trump's ceasefire proposal for Ukraine while making extensive demands, appearing to stall negotiations while continuing battlefield advances. Trump told reporters they had a "very good and productive" call.

The Justice Department became a stage for Trump's victory lap over dismissed prosecutions, where he promised a "legendary" reckoning against his perceived enemies.
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Israel
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
The IDF investigation into the October 7 massacre at Kibbutz Nir Oz dominated headlines, revealing catastrophic failures. Forces arrived 40 minutes after the last Hamas terrorists had left, following six hours during which over 400 terrorists killed 47 Israelis and took 76 hostages with no military response.

By midday, Hamas announced it would release American-Israeli hostage Idan Alexander and the bodies of four deceased hostages, which Israeli officials immediately dismissed as "manipulation" and "psychological warfare." US envoy Witkoff issued stern warnings that Hamas was making a "dangerous bet" by assuming time was on their side and set an unspecified deadline.

The ongoing feud between Netanyahu and security services intensified, with the Prime Minister filing a police complaint against former Shin Bet chief Nadav Argaman for threatening to reveal sensitive information, continuing the confrontation that began yesterday.
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Germany
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Morning reports showed Putin effectively rejecting Trump's peace initiative while rumors circulated about CDU leader Merz negotiating with the Greens. By midday, a historic breakthrough emerged as Union, SPD, and Greens finalized a financial package agreement, setting aside initial Green skepticism toward Merz's €50 billion climate funding proposal from yesterday.

The compromise includes approximately €100 billion for climate protection and requires constitutional amendments. The Federal Constitutional Court quickly dismissed AfD and Left parties' legal challenges to the parliamentary process, clearing the way for implementation. Merz described it as "the hardest challenge" in negotiations, while Green leaders called it transformative.

By evening, attention shifted to political implications, with some critics labeling Merz "the chancellor of the Greens" while others framed him as making pragmatic concessions. Reports emerged of potential ministerial reshuffles, with Lauterbach and Faeser mentioned.
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France
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Morning headlines focused on Putin's qualified acceptance of a ceasefire proposal, which Zelensky denounced as "manipulative" while Trump showed "signs of impatience." This diplomatic chess continued as Putin met with Trump's emissary Witkoff, after which the Kremlin expressed "cautious optimism."

By midday, Trump announced a "productive" call with Putin while urging him to "spare the lives" of Ukrainian soldiers supposedly surrounded in Kursk. Ukrainian officials promptly rejected Trump's characterization of their military situation.

The G7 threatened Russia with new sanctions if it rejected the ceasefire proposal, while Macron criticized Russia's "delaying statements" and urged acceptance of the American proposal.

Economic headlines reported gold prices surpassing $3,000 amid Trump's trade threats against European goods. Despite fiscal concerns, France maintained its AA- credit rating from Fitch, though with a negative outlook.
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Lebanon
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Lebanese media focused intently on rejection of territorial concessions, with Speaker Berri emphatically stating Lebanon "will never give up any inch of land," responding to Netanyahu's claim Israel "won't give up" five hills in Lebanon. This diplomatic tension follows yesterday's security appointments and prisoner release.

Economic news gained prominence as gold crossed $3,000 for the first time, while IMF representatives visited Lebanon, expressing commitment to support following the government's reform requests.

Hamas announced it would release a US-Israeli hostage and return four bodies to maintain ceasefire negotiations momentum. Chinese-Iranian-Russian talks in Beijing called for lifting "unilateral illegal sanctions" against Iran.

The Justice Minister visited Bkerki, emphasizing the ministerial statement's commitment to restricting weapons to state control. Macron announced he had called to congratulate Prime Minister Salam and would receive President Aoun in Paris on March 28.
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Ukraine
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Morning coverage focused on Putin's "nuanced" response to Trump's ceasefire proposal, with Zelensky calling it manipulation while SBU drones successfully struck Russian gas compressor stations and S-300/S-400 missile depots. The General Staff firmly denied Trump's claim that Ukrainian forces were surrounded in Kursk region, with Zelensky later declaring the Kursk operation had "fulfilled its purpose."

Activist Demyan Hanul was assassinated in central Odesa, with authorities quickly arresting a 46-year-old deserter as the suspected shooter. Media speculated whether local political forces or Russian agents were behind the contract killing.

By evening, G7 countries discussed additional sanctions and support for Ukraine should Russia reject the ceasefire proposal. A Russian missile strike on a Kryvyi Rih residential area injured 12 people, including two children, demonstrating continued hostilities despite ceasefire discussions. Trump claimed to have received "quite good news" about potential ceasefire progress.
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Palestine
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Hamas announced its agreement to release an American-Israeli hostage and four bodies in response to mediators' proposals, sending a delegation to Cairo for ceasefire talks. This occurred as US envoy Amos Witkoff presented a new proposal to "narrow gaps" in negotiations, building on previous days' diplomatic momentum.

Israeli forces killed four Palestinian children collecting firewood in Gaza's Zeitoun neighborhood, with a fisherman later killed in northern Gaza. A young Palestinian man was shot dead in Salem, east of Nablus, while settlers burned homes and vehicles in Khirbet al-Marajim.

Media reported US-Israeli contacts with African countries about relocating Gaza residents, which Sudan explicitly rejected. The humanitarian crisis deepened with the World Food Program unable to deliver supplies and UN warnings about returning famine conditions. Despite restrictions, 80,000 Palestinians attended Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque, with 130,000 later performing evening prayers.
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UK
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Trump's direct communication with Putin regarding Ukraine dominated coverage, with Trump describing talks as "good and productive" while claiming a "good chance" of ending the war. By midday, confusion emerged when Trump warned Putin against a potential "worst massacre since WWII" in Kursk, urging him to spare "surrounded" Ukrainian troops - claims Ukraine promptly denied as false.

Zelenskyy accused Putin of manipulation, warning he was deliberately prolonging negotiations while continuing hostilities. By evening, Putin praised Trump for "doing everything" to improve US-Russia relations, while Starmer warned Putin cannot be allowed to "play games" with ceasefire talks.

New Canadian PM Mark Carney took office amid escalating US-Canada trade tensions, asserting Canada would "never" be part of the United States. Meanwhile, a UN judge was arrested in England for allegedly enslaving a young woman, an American Airlines plane caught fire with passengers evacuating onto wings, and Cheryl Tweedy's stalker was jailed.
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Iran
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
The trilateral meeting between Iran, China, and Russia in Beijing dominated coverage, with China and Russia calling for an end to "unilateral and illegal" sanctions against Iran while affirming Iran's peaceful nuclear program. China explicitly called for new nuclear negotiations based on the JCPOA framework.

Domestically, two earthquakes struck near Tehran, attributed to the 90km Robat Karim fault line, while Parliament Speaker Qalibaf announced monthly electronic food vouchers for 1404 (beginning March 2025).

By afternoon, news outlets reported the G7's draft statement identifying Iran as "the main source of instability in the region" and asserting Iran "must never acquire nuclear weapons." This diplomatic tension occurred as a UN fact-finding committee reported Iran's continued "systematic suppression" of opponents despite President Pezeshkian's pre-election promises. The committee specifically noted Iran's increasing use of digital technology for surveillance and control of dissidents.
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Russia
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
The morning began with reports of Ukrainian drones attacking Moscow, with four intercepted and debris damaging buildings. This attack followed Putin's conditional acceptance of a ceasefire proposal the previous day.

By midday, multiple sources revealed Trump had directly contacted Putin, asking him to spare Ukrainian troops encircled in Kursk region, calling potential casualties "a terrible massacre." Initially reported as a phone call, the White House later clarified the communication occurred through Trump's envoy Witkoff.

Putin responded to Trump's humanitarian request by demanding Kyiv order its Kursk forces to surrender, guaranteeing their lives if they laid down arms. This exchange underscored the developing diplomatic channel between Putin and Trump, with the Kremlin confirming Putin had sent "additional signals" to Trump through Witkoff.

Meanwhile, NATO Secretary General Rutte confirmed Ukraine's NATO membership is no longer under consideration, potentially addressing one of Putin's ceasefire conditions.
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Italy
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Putin's ceasefire conditions dominated morning coverage - freezing frontlines and stopping arms to Kyiv - with Trump calling his statements "promising" while Zelensky predicted ultimate rejection. By midday, discussions focused on Trump's request that Putin spare surrounded Ukrainian troops in Kursk, with Putin demanding their surrender first.

Severe weather intensified throughout the day, with red alerts issued in Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna. The Arno River approached dangerous levels in Florence, prompting evacuations, school closures and business shutdowns in Prato. By evening, two earthquakes struck Italy - a 3.5 magnitude in Campi Flegrei near Naples and a stronger 4.6-4.7 tremor in Foggia province, felt across southern Italy.

Economic tensions continued with Lagarde warning of "serious repercussions" from trade wars, while UniCredit received ECB approval to increase its stake in Commerzbank to 29.9%.
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Japan
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Prime Minister Ishiba's gift voucher scandal intensified throughout the day, evolving from early reports of LDP lawmakers returning the ¥100,000 vouchers to afternoon news of constituents expressing disappointment. This controversy, continuing from previous days, further destabilized his already precarious political position.

G7 foreign ministers demanded Russia accept a ceasefire agreement, threatening increased sanctions if refused. China expressed anger over CK Hutchison's Panama ports sale, causing the company's shares to fall over 6% as state-backed media claimed the deal wasn't merely "commercial."

Economic reporting highlighted Japan's spring labor negotiations achieving average wage increases of 5.46%, reaching a 33-year high and slightly surpassing last year's 5.28%. This follows yesterday's Trump tariff implementation and continuing concerns about wage disparities between large and small companies. Gold prices broke the $3,000 threshold, marking the third major postwar surge.
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Netherlands
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
The Tarwekamp explosion court case dominated coverage, with the main suspect Moshtag B. confessing and expressing remorse for what was described as a "revenge action gone completely out of hand." This followed multiple reports of victims being identified, including an 8-year-old who heard his father screaming but couldn't reach him.

Morning headlines revealed the resolution of yesterday's coalition crisis, with PM Schoof securing partial victory on Ukraine support despite opposition from coalition partners. In international news, leaked Russian intelligence documents contradicted apparent optimism about peace talks, showing Putin has no intention of reaching peace with Ukraine in the near term.

The DigiD letter scam warning and news of Ajax parting ways with Klaas-Jan Huntelaar highlighted afternoon coverage. Reports on Dutch military reservists guarding critical infrastructure against Russian threats connected to earlier North Sea maritime security concerns from previous days.
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India
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
The coincidence of Holi celebrations with Ramzan's Friday prayers showcased India's religious coexistence. In Sambhal, UP—site of previous communal tensions—mosques were covered with tarpaulins as Holi processions passed, with authorities reporting no incidents despite high security deployment across northern India.

Putin acknowledged Modi and Trump's efforts in Ukraine peace initiatives while responding to Trump's appeal to spare Ukrainian soldiers' lives with a guarantee of safety if they surrender. This followed yesterday's conditional ceasefire acceptance.

In Tamil Nadu, the budget presentation continued the language controversy, with the state allocating its own funds for education to compensate for central government dues withheld in the rupee symbol dispute.

Other developments included actress Ranya Rao's bail rejection in her gold smuggling case and Mark Carney being sworn in as Canada's new Prime Minister replacing Trudeau.
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Poland
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
President Duda's proposal for US nuclear weapons in Poland dominated morning coverage, with Vice Presidential candidate J.D. Vance expressing shock at the suggestion. The US State Department later issued a measured response, confirming "close consultations with allies." Meanwhile, Trump administration sources revealed direct communications with Putin regarding Ukraine peace negotiations, with Trump claiming he "usilnie prosił" (urgently requested) Putin to agree to terms.

Polish domestic politics saw turbulence with Minister Domański's optimistic inflation projections contradicting the National Bank's assessment, while a PSL deputy minister was dismissed from government. Controversy erupted over the apparent non-payment of Constitutional Tribunal judges, with Justice Pawłowicz calling it an "attack on Poland."

By afternoon, Putin responded to Trump's ceasefire proposal with demands that Ukraine must issue surrender orders first. A Polish Tatra mountain avalanche rescue operation captured media attention midday.
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Spain
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Spanish media dedicated extensive coverage to the fifth anniversary of COVID-19 lockdowns, with RTVE broadcasting special programs throughout the day. Reports highlighted the pandemic's lasting social impacts, particularly among adolescents who report increased social anxiety, and the ongoing struggles of those with persistent COVID symptoms.

By midday, Gerard Piqué commanded attention with his tearful court testimony defending his Supercopa deal with Rubiales, dramatically claiming other countries "would have built him a monument" for his business acumen.

The Ukraine conflict remained prominent as Trump claimed "a great possibility" of ending the war after speaking with Putin, though Russia accepted his proposed truce with reservations. Meanwhile, Germany secured a historic cross-party agreement to increase defense spending through constitutional changes, while Spain's government controversially claimed NATO commitments justified bypassing Congress for military funding increases.
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Turkey
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
Turkish authorities seized Flash TV, Pozitifbank and Payfix payment service in a massive illegal gambling operation with 59 arrest warrants, including owner Erkan Kork. Assets worth 6.9 billion TL were seized.

Former Sarıyer Mayor Şükrü Genç was arrested alongside 26 others in the ongoing DHKP-C investigation targeting CHP-run municipalities, continuing the pressure campaign observed in previous days.

The National Intelligence Organization (MİT) captured five individuals accused of spying for Iran in Istanbul, Mersin, and Antalya, highlighting regional tensions.

President Erdoğan announced 37,000 new healthcare personnel positions for 2025 during Medical Professionals Day, when healthcare workers were striking over working conditions.

Foreign Minister Fidan returned from Syria with cautious statements about the Damascus-SDG agreement, emphasizing Turkish "advice" to the new Syrian administration while reports indicated Druze dissatisfaction with the arrangement.
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China
14.03.2025
Friday
164 days ago
State media launched a coordinated campaign emphasizing "people's happiness as the top priority," appearing across multiple official outlets by early morning. This messaging synchronized with continued coverage of Xi Jinping as a "champion of mutual learning among civilizations" and promotion of "Chinese-style modernization."

By mid-morning, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te's announcement restoring military tribunals directly identifying China as a "foreign hostile force" emerged as a significant development, representing an escalation following previous days' coverage of Taiwan anxieties.

The international sphere featured China joining Russia and Iran in opposing "illegal" sanctions on Tehran, while making a five-point proposal on the Iran nuclear issue. This aligns with the previous day's reporting on China-Iran-Russia maritime cooperation.

Economic reporting highlighted the Supreme Court's consumer protection measures supporting seven-day refunds for prepaid services, addressing chain businesses "running away" with consumer funds, while February credit data fell below expectations despite accelerated bond issuance.
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