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US wants help to guard Strait of Hormuz, but EU is not keen As Trump dials up pressure on Europe to guard the Strait of Hormuz, Russia is taking advantage of the rise in energy prices to the detriment of Ukraine and its allies in Europe. Court rejects move to indict Valencia leader over flood response Carlos Mazon, president of the Valencia regional government, is facing scrutiny over his handling of floods in late October 2024 that killed more than 200 people. China: 'Ethnic unity' law sparks fears of forced integration Critics see the law as allowing authorities in Beijing more room to frame ethnic groups' demands for cultural autonomy as a push towards "separatism." Africa: What oil producers can do to counter price shocks Could African oil-producing countries such as Nigeria and Angola increase production in the short term and thus ease global shortages caused by the war in the Middle East? Experts explain what that might look like. India's Parliament adds an LGBTQ+ voice for the first time A renowned lawyer who has become India's first openly queer member of parliament, Menaka Guruswamy from West Bengal has said she will stand for "equality, fraternity and non-discrimination." South Korea uneasy as US moves air defenses to Middle East Reports indicate the US is redeploying some Patriot and THAAD air defense batteries from South Korea to the Middle East. The move comes as Pyongyang continues saber rattling. Azerbaijan: Frenchman sentenced to 10 years for spying French citizen Martin Ryan pled guilty to some of the accusations that he was collecting intelligence on behalf of Paris. More women sit in African parliaments — but equality eludes The number of female representatives has increased since 2000 in parliaments across Africa. In some countries, that has meant more legislation with women in mind. In others, it hasn't changed much — yet. Oscars 2026: All the political moments "Chaotic, frightening times": Diverse Academy Awards presenters and winners called out Trump's wars and restrictions on human rights. Can Trump sell the MAGA crowd on soccer with the World Cup? Donald Trump has mobilized around right-wing coded sports like MMA and wrestling, but his soccer World Cup push is a cultural clash. US-China trade talks 'stable' despite mutual accusations Despite arguments over the Strait of Hormuz and claims of widespread forced labor in China, the two sides appeared to find common ground during a Paris summit. Mexico City sets world record for largest soccer class Mexico City sets new world record after more than 9,000 people took part in a massive open-air soccer class. The record comes as Mexico prepares to help host the FIFA World Cup in June.