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Danbury Republicans Sweep Primary Elections

Esposito and Coelho-led coalition win 34 of 35 seats on the Republican Town Committee

Today in History: March 19, Bush Announces Iraq Invasion

On this date in 2003, President George W. Bush announced the start of the Iraq War.

Dozens Protest Against War with Iran in New Haven

Demonstrators demand end to U.S. involvement and call for spending on healthcare instead of military strikes.

Trump Warns of Potential Limited Strikes Against Iran

Iranian diplomat says a deal is imminent as tensions escalate

US Sanctions Three Chilean Officials, Deepening Tensions with Boric Government

The Trump administration imposed sanctions on three Chilean officials accused of activities against US interests.

Ecuador and US Poised to Sign Trade Deal

Ecuadorian President Noboa says agreement is imminent

Former South Korean President Remains Defiant After Life Sentence for Rebellion

Yoon Suk Yeol was convicted of leading an insurrection against the government.

Activists Warn of Looming Nuclear Midnight

Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moves Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds to midnight, raising alarm about nuclear threats

Trump Touts Foreign Policy in State of the Union Address

President's speech focused heavily on domestic issues but also outlined his foreign policy agenda.

Myanmar Resistance Leader Surrenders to Military After Clashes with Rival Force

The prominent leader of an independent resistance group was attacked by rivals loyal to the main opposition force.

Guinea Confirms Detention of 16 Sierra Leonean Soldiers

Authorities accuse soldiers of crossing border and raising their flag on Guinean territory.

Iran Responds to Trump Ahead of Geneva Talks Amid Major US Military Deployment

The two countries are set to hold crucial negotiations in Switzerland as tensions remain high.

Venezuela Alleges Forced Opening of Diplomatic Pouch at Panamanian Airport

The Venezuelan government denounced the incident, which it says violated diplomatic protocols.

Doomsday Clock Moves Closer to Midnight, Raising Nuclear War Fears

Experts warn of growing threats from nuclear weapons, climate change, and AI

Ukraine Envoy: US Displeased by Attacks on Russia Affecting Oil Interests

State Department voices concern over Ukrainian strikes on Russian port of Novorossiysk.

Trump Leads First Meeting of Peace Council; US Allies Distrust New Body

The former president convenes representatives from over two dozen countries in his new Peace Council initiative.

Sudanese Paramilitary Forces Kill at Least 28 in Darfur Attack

Assault targets tribal leader stronghold, medical group reports

French Foreign Minister Says US Ambassador Must Respond to Summons

Dispute between France and US ambassador in Paris takes another turn

French Foreign Minister Says US Ambassador Must Respond to Summons

Diplomatic dispute between France and US ambassador in Paris takes another turn

China Places Japanese Firms on Export Control Lists Amid Rising Tensions

The move comes as tensions continue over comments made by Japanese officials about Taiwan.

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