President Donald Trump expressed support for a united Ireland during a visit to Dublin, saying it is likely to happen and may as well happen now. His remarks broke with the usual U.S. policy of staying neutral on Northern Ireland’s future and drew praise from Irish nationalists but criticism from unionists and British politicians.
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Trump said he "would love to see" Ireland united and called it a "fantastic" idea.
His comments broke with past U.S. presidents’ neutral stance on Northern Ireland.
The U.S. helped create the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, which settled Northern Ireland’s status based on consent from both unionists and nationalists.
Irish nationalist politicians welcomed Trump’s remarks, saying the conversation on unity has changed.
Unionist politicians and British officials strongly rejected Trump’s views, emphasizing Northern Ireland’s current position as part of the UK.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said a vote on Irish unity is not currently supported by a majority and remains off the table.
Trump has previously mentioned the idea of Irish reunification during past comments.
The Good Friday Agreement states Northern Ireland will only join Ireland if voters in both places agree in referendums.
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Sweden held a close general election on September 10, 2026. Early results show tight competition, with the possibility that far-right parties may enter the government. Political leaders from major parties participated in debates ahead of the vote.
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The Swedish general election took place on September 10, 2026.
Exit polls suggest a close race among parties.
Far-right parties have a chance to join the government.
The main parties involved include the Social Democratic Party and the Moderate Party.
Party leaders Magdalena Andersson (Social Democrats) and Ulf Kristersson (Moderates) debated on TV before the election.
The outcome could affect Sweden’s future political landscape.
The event is part of wider European political developments.
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The Houthis are an armed group in Yemen supported by Iran. They control key areas and pose a threat to global shipping at the Bab el Mandeb Strait, a vital route for world trade. Experts explain their goals, harsh rule, and how they have surprised Gulf countries with their actions.
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The Houthis are an armed group based in Yemen.
They receive support from Iran.
The group has repressive control over parts of Yemen.
They threaten to disrupt shipping in the Bab el Mandeb Strait.
The Bab el Mandeb Strait is a critical passage for global trade and shipping.
The Houthis recently launched attacks on a Saudi military base.
Experts describe the group's influence as a major challenge for the Gulf region.
The situation affects international security and trade routes.
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Exit polls in Sweden’s national election show the left-leaning parties, led by former Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson's Social Democrats, ahead of the current center-right coalition led by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. If Andersson’s group wins a majority, she could become prime minister again after forming a coalition.
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The election has two main blocs: a four-party right-wing group and a four-party left-wing group.
Andersson’s center-left Social Democrats have historically led most Swedish governments since World War II.
Current Prime Minister Kristersson leads a three-party center-right coalition, supported by the Sweden Democrats, a party with far-right origins.
The Sweden Democrats may join the government with Cabinet posts if the right-wing bloc wins.
The Sweden Democrats were founded in the 1980s by former extremist members but have since moderated under leader Jimmie Åkesson.
Andersson served as prime minister from 2021 until she lost power in the last election.
More than 8 million people were eligible to vote for 349 seats in Sweden’s parliament, the Riksdag.
The election outcome is important amid the rise in populist right-wing parties across Europe.
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Sweden's general election is extremely close, with about 90% of votes counted. The left-wing opposition led by Magdalena Andersson holds a very small lead over the right-wing bloc led by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, and both sides say they are ready to govern.
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The election is too close to call early Monday with nearly 90% of votes counted.
The opposition, led by Social Democrat Magdalena Andersson, has a one-seat lead in the 349-seat parliament.
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson leads the right-wing alliance which includes the Sweden Democrats, an anti-immigration party.
Andersson was Sweden’s first female prime minister in 2021-2022.
The Social Democrats may get their worst vote share in over 100 years, about 28%.
The Sweden Democrats lost support for the first time, going from 20.5% in 2022 to 17.6% now.
Some parties in the left-wing bloc have big differences, making it hard to form a government.
Final official results may take about a week due to automatic vote recounts in Sweden.
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Ukraine and Poland condemned Russian drone strikes near the Polish border, including an attack on a train heading to Warsaw. No injuries were reported, but the attacks are seen as increasing tensions in the ongoing conflict. The strikes happened while former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and ex-US CIA chief David Petraeus were nearby at a station.
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Russian drones struck close to the Polish border, hitting a passenger train and an area near a border checkpoint.
The train attack occurred about 2 kilometers from the Polish border with no reported injuries.
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and former CIA Director David Petraeus were present at a nearby border train station.
Ukraine's President Zelensky accused Russia of deliberately attacking the train.
Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk held an emergency meeting and warned that Russia might increase attacks soon, possibly even on Polish soil.
Russia claimed it targeted railway infrastructure used to transport military supplies from European countries.
The attacks come amid ongoing efforts to revive peace talks and increased concern among European nations about Russian sabotage.
President Donald Trump urged Ukraine to stop attacking Russian oil refineries to help ease diesel fuel shortages.
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An Iranian cargo ship was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one person and injuring four, according to Iranian state media. This incident comes just before Iran plans a meeting with regional countries to discuss managing shipping in the strategically important strait.
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The cargo ship was attacked near Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.
The attack caused one death and four injuries.
Iran blamed a "terrorist enemy" for the strike but did not identify who.
The U.S. military has not commented on this specific attack.
Iran and Oman will host a meeting to discuss managing shipping traffic in the strait.
This region is critical for global oil shipping and has seen increased tensions and attacks.
Iran wants ships passing through to pay fees and seeks an end to the U.S. blockade before reopening the waterway fully.
Only Iraq has confirmed attending the meeting; Bahrain will not participate due to no diplomatic ties with Iran.
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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, shared a short video on Instagram showing family moments after returning to the UK with Prince Harry and their children. The clips include outdoor scenes with their son Archie, daughter Lilibet, and their dog, highlighting their life as they settle back in Britain.
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Meghan posted a 34-second video on Instagram showing family life after returning to the UK.
The video features Prince Harry, their children Archie (7) and Lilibet (5), and their dog.
Scenes include walking in nature, children running toward deer, riding bikes, and fishing.
The Sussex family moved back to the UK after living in California since 2020.
They are living as non-working royals and are based near London in the Cotswolds.
Archie and Lilibet are enrolled in a local school.
The family’s return was confirmed indirectly; they brought their dogs Mia and Pula.
A letter from King Charles III confirmed Harry and Meghan’s status as private citizens without royal titles.
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Alessandro Stravato witnessed the September 11 attacks and focused on finding his father, who worked at City Hall. Although his father survived, the damage from the event affected his health and led to his battle with cancer years later.
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Alessandro Stravato saw the second plane hit the World Trade Center from Arthur Ashe Stadium.
His main concern was locating his father, who was working at City Hall on 9/11.
He found his father alive but covered in debris and soot, walking through Manhattan.
Stravato's father later developed serious health problems linked to the attacks.
By 2015, he was losing his battle with cancer connected to the 9/11 aftermath.
The story shows the long-term personal effects of 9/11 on families.
The article marks the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
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Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney is seeking a new type of partnership with the European Union to reduce Canada’s heavy economic reliance on the United States. This move comes amid ongoing trade conflicts and political tensions with President Donald Trump’s administration.
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Canada is considering becoming an “associate member” of the European Union, a status that does not currently exist.
The effort aims to lessen Canada’s dependence on the U.S., which buys about 72% of Canadian exports.
Relations between the U.S. and Canada have worsened since President Trump’s return to office in January 2025.
The two countries are engaged in a trade war with tariffs on billions of dollars in goods.
President Trump has suggested that Canada could become the U.S.’s 51st state, a proposal rejected by Canada.
Talks with the EU include cooperation on energy, artificial intelligence, defense, and critical minerals.
Discussions also cover freer movement of goods, services, workers, and new energy export routes to Europe.
Carney plans to promote the proposal during visits to the European Parliament and meetings with EU lawmakers.
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Christina Ha, founder of Meow Parlour, talks about her foundation’s work to help animals born with defects. She explains why it is important to care for pets with birth defects and show them compassion.
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Christina Ha started Meow Parlour, a foundation focused on pet care.
The foundation helps animals born with birth defects.
Pet birth defects are physical problems pets are born with.
Caring for these animals promotes kindness and compassion.
The foundation raises awareness about the needs of pets with birth defects.
The discussion took place on Pet Birth Defect Awareness Day.
The goal is to encourage more people to support animals with special needs.
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President Donald Trump has expressed his support for a united Ireland, saying it is a natural outcome. His remarks came during a visit to Ireland and have caused mixed reactions, with Irish nationalists welcoming them and British and Northern Irish unionists opposing them.
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President Trump said he would “love” to see a united Ireland and suggested it could happen soon.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and the UK government say there is not enough support to hold a referendum on unification yet.
The 1998 Good Friday Agreement sets out conditions for holding a referendum on Irish unification.
Irish nationalists, including Sinn Féin, welcomed Trump’s comments, seeing them as positive support.
Northern Irish unionists and the Conservative party strongly oppose Irish unification and Trump's remarks.
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin said Trump’s comments caused “overreaction” and advised calm.
UK Communities Secretary Angela Rayner said the government remains committed to the Good Friday Agreement.
Trump avoided commenting on Scotland’s independence but indicated he might discuss it later.
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LaZetta Duncan, a retired NYPD detective and 9/11 first responder, reflects on her experience during the attacks 25 years ago and the ongoing effects. She recalls the initial rescue efforts, the dangerous conditions at Ground Zero, and the long-term health problems faced by responders.
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LaZetta Duncan served as a first responder during the 9/11 attacks in New York City.
She describes the event as a living history, not just a past incident.
The rescue and recovery involved working amidst toxic debris and dangerous conditions.
Many responders suffered serious health issues despite official claims that the air was safe.
The consequences of 9/11 continue to affect survivors and responders 25 years later.
Duncan’s experience highlights the ongoing human cost of the tragedy.
The article was published on September 13, 2026, marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
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Leaders from Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland are meeting in Cardiff to affirm their right to seek independence from the UK. They plan to sign an agreement asking the UK government to support changes to the countries’ constitutional status and discuss cooperation on issues like energy and the economy.
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The leaders from Wales (Plaid Cymru), Scotland (Scottish National Party), and Northern Ireland (Sinn Féin) will sign a memorandum of understanding.
They ask the UK government in Westminster to prepare for constitutional changes in their nations.
This meeting happens as separatist parties are now in government in all three nations for the first time.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham recently said a new Scottish independence referendum is "off limits."
President Donald Trump expressed support for a united Ireland during a visit to Ireland, causing diplomatic responses from the UK.
The leaders want to cooperate on issues like energy, economy, and relations with Europe.
Recent polls show 47% support for independence in Scotland and 36% in Northern Ireland.
The leaders believe their nations should have a strong say over their own futures, separate from UK decisions.
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A Russian missile hit a train near the Ukraine-Poland border shortly after former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European security officials had traveled on the same railway line. No one was hurt in the attack, which damaged the train’s engine, and the strike is part of ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine’s railway system.
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The Russian strike hit the engine of a stationary train near the Ukraine-Poland border.
No casualties were reported from this specific attack.
Boris Johnson and senior European security advisers recently used the same train route returning from Kyiv.
Russia said it targeted "railway infrastructure" in western Ukraine.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk confirmed a Russian drone strike about 800 meters from Poland’s border.
Russia has repeatedly attacked Ukraine’s railways, including deadly strikes on railway depots and passenger trains.
Ukraine’s rail system is crucial because all air travel has stopped since Russia invaded in 2022.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called earlier Russian train strikes “terrorism” after attacks killed civilians.
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President Donald Trump asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop attacks on Russian diesel fuel sites, saying these strikes are causing a global shortage. Ukraine has targeted Russia’s oil and gas industry as part of the conflict, while Russia has responded with attacks inside Ukraine and banned diesel exports.
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President Trump urged Ukraine to stop hitting Russian diesel fuel targets to prevent a worldwide diesel shortage.
Diesel prices in the U.S. recently reached a record high above $6 per gallon.
Ukraine has been attacking Russia’s oil and gas facilities for months to limit funding for Russia’s war efforts.
Russia banned diesel exports in July, worsening the global supply problem.
The war in Iran has also reduced oil shipments through a key route, the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia has increased air attacks on Ukraine’s power grid as winter approaches.
Recent Russian drone strikes killed civilians and caused damage in Ukraine and inside Russia’s oil-producing regions.
Ukraine reported hitting a major Russian oil refinery near Crimea, causing injuries and pipeline damage.
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Sweden is holding a close general election where the far-right Sweden Democrats might join the government for the first time. The main issues in the election are immigration, crime, and the economy, with Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Social Democrat leader Magdalena Andersson competing very closely.
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Sweden is having a tight general election.
The far-right Sweden Democrats could enter the government for the first time.
Immigration, crime, and the economy are the main topics in the election.
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson leads one party.
Magdalena Andersson leads the Social Democrats.
The race between these two leaders is very close.
The election results could change Sweden’s government direction.
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Admiral Brad Cooper, who leads U.S. military efforts related to the conflict with Iran, said he is not worried about running low on ammunition to defend against Iranian missile and drone attacks. He made this statement during an interview on the TV program "60 Minutes."
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Admiral Brad Cooper is the commander overseeing the military operations involving Iran.
He stated he is “not concerned at all” about shortages of ammunition.
The concern is about having enough munitions to defend against missile and drone attacks from Iran.
The full interview will air on "60 Minutes" on CBS and Paramount+ on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
The discussion focuses on military readiness in the face of Iranian threats.
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Over 10 people, including a pregnant Palestinian woman, were killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza over 48 hours, despite a ceasefire agreement in October 2025. The pregnant woman, Iman Shalouf, died after being shot in the head, and several other civilians, including children, were also killed or injured in the ongoing violence.
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Iman Shalouf, 27 and nearly eight months pregnant, was shot in the head by Israeli forces in Khan Younis and later died along with her unborn baby.
More than 10 Palestinians were killed and 56 injured in Israeli attacks across Gaza in the past two days.
A family of four was killed when their home in Beit Lahiya was struck on Thursday night.
Despite a ceasefire agreement reached in October 2025, daily violence and killings continue in Gaza.
UNICEF reported seven children killed and many injured between August 23 and early September.
Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) stated Israeli forces continue airstrikes near medical facilities.
Humanitarian conditions in Gaza remain critical, with overcrowded displacement sites at risk of flooding and disease during the rainy season.
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Marine Le Pen has started her campaign for the 2027 French presidential election with a rally in Hénin-Beaumont. She remains the leading candidate in opinion polls despite wearing an electronic tag after a recent legal conviction.
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Marine Le Pen launched her 2027 presidential campaign in Hénin-Beaumont, France.
She is part of the far-right political movement.
Le Pen recently received a legal conviction and must wear an electronic tag.
Despite this, she is still the frontrunner in many opinion polls.
Her popularity is linked to her long public presence and her focus on "national preference" policies.
The political left in France is struggling to present a strong, unified candidate against her.
The campaign kickoff took place on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
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