A US Marine tragically lost his life in a training accident near Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Sgt. Colin Arslanbas, 23, died last Thursday during a late-night exercise in Carteret County, roughly 100 miles southeast of Greenville. Originally from Missouri, Arslanbas had been recently promoted to sergeant on April 1st. He served as a Reconnaissance Marine with the Maritime Special …
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Yasukuni Shrine, located in Tokyo, Japan, has long been a focal point of tension and controversy, both domestically and internationally. Its significance stems from its role as a symbol of Japan’s imperial past, particularly during World War II, and the enduring debates over historical memory and responsibility in East Asia. Historical Background Established in 1869 by Emperor Meiji, Yasukuni Shrine …
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On Monday, China voiced strong opposition to an offering made by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida at the Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, which both China and South Korea consider a symbol of Japan’s historical military aggression. Kishida’s offering, a bonsai tree, was part of a ritual at the shrine, which was reported by Japanese media and included live images of …
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On Monday, the Israeli military announced that Aharon Haliva, the head of its intelligence corps, has resigned. This resignation comes in the wake of the severe failures associated with the unexpected Oct. 7 attack by Hamas, which breached Israel’s highly regarded defense systems. This incident, which resulted in the deaths of 1,200 people, predominantly civilians, and saw approximately 250 individuals …
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Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has finalized a deal to buy a majority 51% share in Telecommunication Towers Company Limited (TAWAL) from STC Group (7010.SE). This acquisition marks a significant step towards establishing the largest telecom tower company in the region, according to a statement released by PIF and STC on Monday. As per the …
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