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Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan alleges U.S. interference in domestic politics, submitting an official diplomatic protest to the American embassy after facing potential removal through a no-confidence vote.

Inflation in the eurozone surged to a record 7.5% in March, driven by rising fuel and food costs. The increase, the highest since 1997, reflects the economic impact of Russia's war in Ukraine and escalating energy prices, putting significant strain on consumers and economic stability.

Rhode Island's greenhouse gas emissions rose 8.2% between 2017 and 2018, potentially jeopardizing the state's climate reduction targets. Transportation and electricity sectors drove the increase, putting the 2020 emissions reduction goal at risk.

Cyberattack on satellite network disrupted broadband internet and wind turbine remote access from Poland to France, potentially linked to Russian hackers

Poland moves to cut Russian oil imports by year's end, while Germany alerts citizens about gas conservation. The European Union faces challenges in reducing dependence on Russian fossil fuels amid ongoing conflict.

The United States urged the UN Security Council to impose tougher sanctions on North Korea after its recent missile launch. Kim Jong Un vowed to expand his nuclear capabilities while preparing for a potential confrontation with the US, demonstrating continued weapons development in 2023.

Climate activists from Fridays for Future movement, inspired by Greta Thunberg, staged global protests in multiple countries. Demonstrators in Jakarta and elsewhere called for systemic changes to address climate crisis and criticized G-20 economies' role in environmental challenges.

Russian forces appear to be scaling back their initial aggressive approach towards Kyiv, redirecting military efforts to the Donbas region in eastern Ukraine. This strategic shift suggests either a recognition of earlier military setbacks or a regrouping tactic to pursue a more focused offensive, with unclear long-term implications for the ongoing conflict.

President Biden offers expanded natural gas shipments to Europe, aiming to help European Union countries quickly reduce their 40% reliance on Russian fossil fuel imports

The United States and European Union have signed a preliminary data transfer agreement, addressing long-standing privacy concerns. The deal, announced by President Biden and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, will allow European personal information to be stored in the U.S. and provide clarity for thousands of companies operating across the Atlantic.