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Portugal, the country's former colonial ruler, has called for a return to constitutional order, with its foreign ministry urging "all those involved to refrain from any act of institutional or civic violence".

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Only if you feel the urge, you can also call and wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving.

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China reacted with fury, urging Chinese travelers to avoid Japan, canceling cultural events and protesting at the United Nations.

It urged airlines "to exercise caution... at all altitudes due to the worsening security situation and heightened military activity in and around Venezuela".

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Speaking in Brussels this week, US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick urged the EU to loosen digital laws in exchange for lower steel duties.

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