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Pentagon Creates Autonomous Warfare Command to Lead US Autonomous Warfare

The Pentagon has announced AutoWarCom, a four-star command dedicated to drones, robotics and AI-enabled warfare. Expected to become operational in 2027, it will accelerate the development and deployment of autonomous systems across the US military.

Trump and Delcy Rodríguez Meet as US–Venezuela Relations Enter New Phase

Donald Trump has met Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, for the first time since Nicolás Maduro’s capture. The encounter signals a thaw centred on oil and reconstruction, while questions over Venezuela’s political future remain unresolved.

British Columbia Sues OpenAI Over Tumbler Ridge School Shooting

British Columbia has sued OpenAI and Sam Altman over the Tumbler Ridge massacre, alleging the company detected the attacker’s violent ChatGPT activity but failed to warn police. The province is seeking recovery costs and court-ordered changes to the platform’s safety procedures.

US Military Death Toll in Iran War May Be Higher Than Pentagon Has Disclosed

The Washington Post says at least 22 US service members have died in the Middle East since the Iran war began, compared with 18 publicly listed by the Pentagon. Pete Hegseth calls the report a “complete lie,” while the Pentagon has not publicly explained the reported discrepancy.

India-Canada Trade Pact Could Be Finalised Before Year-End

India and Canada are aiming to complete a comprehensive trade agreement by the end of 2026 after concluding a fourth round of talks. The proposed CEPA would cover goods, services, investment and energy as both countries target C$70 billion in bilateral trade by 2030.