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India: Security, terrorism laws used to silence dissent Under UAPA, India's controversial anti-terror law, a suspect can spend years in jail without trial if the accusations against them seem true at first glance. Meanwhile, courts are expanding the definition of terrorism. What the EU-Mercosur deal might mean for the environment The EU is set to sign a long-awaited trade deal with South America's Mercosur, amid pressure from the US and China. It may offer unexplored opportunities, but critics say the environmental fallout is being sidelined. Serbia student protests: Vucic has reason to fear elections After more than a year of protests, Serbia's students have shifted their focus to preparing for a parliamentary election. President Aleksander Vucic, however, is waiting for a date that will benefit him the most. What's driving the changing face of Arctic geopolitics? Donald Trump has renewed global focus on Greenland and the Arctic. Who controls this polar region, and why are power, security and resources at stake? South Korea: Yoon jailed for 5 years for obstructing justice The former president has been found guilty of obstructing his arrest amid other charges. Yoon's lawyers have said he will appeal the decision. Canada's Carney hails new 'strategic partnership' with China Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Carney after years of diplomatic tensions between Ottawa and Beijing, as both countries move to rebuild ties amid US tariff pressures. US, Taiwan reach trade deal with lower tariffs A new deal calls for Taiwan's chip-making companies to invest and build in the United States. In return, Washington will lower the tariff on Taiwanese goods to 15% from a previous 20%. Venezuela: Machado presents Trump her Nobel Peace Prize Sidelined by Trump, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado visited Washington, while interim President Delcy Rodriguez has called for "diplomacy" with the US, and aims to attract more oil investment. Does Moldovan President Maia Sandu really want unification with Romania? Moldova's president Maia Sandu recently stated in a podcast that she would vote in favor of her country joining Romania in the event of a referendum. Her comments have caused outrage. Blankets, batteries, fires: How Kyiv is surviving an icy winter as Russia attacks its energy grid Russia has deliberately attacked Ukraine's energy grid, as sub-zero temperatures take hold. Many are without power, heating or water so locals in Kyiv have been sharing their solutions for staying warm. South Africa braces for more rain as Kruger National Park is evacuated due to deadly flooding South Africa's most renowned national reserve has shut its gates amid escalating floodwaters and heavy rainfall, which has already claimed at least 19 lives. Iran's regime crushing protests in bloody crackdown Protesters are putting their lives on the line in Iran as the state mounts a coordinated and brutal response to the unrest. As the death toll grows, hopes of outside help seem faint.