US Defense Secretary Reveals Iran Conflict Costs $37.5bn

In recent testimony before the Senate Appropriations Committee, United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth disclosed that the financial…

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

Spain Faces Aftermath of Devastating Wildfire

A catastrophic wildfire has ravaged over 30,000 hectares of forest in central Spain, laying waste to the landscape as it advanced. The destr…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

Zelenskyy Replaces Ukraine's Military Chief Amid Protests

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dismissed Oleksandr Syrskyi as the commander-in-chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces, appointing Mykh…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

Canada and US to Intensify Trade Talks Amid Tariff Threats

The Canadian Prime Minister has confirmed that an agreement has been reached with US President Donald Trump to accelerate trade negotiations…

JUL 22 · Americas

Turkish Opposition Leader Seeks to Reshape Political Arena

In a significant political development, Ozgur Ozel, the deposed leader of Turkiye's main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CH…

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

US funding cuts deal blow to global HIV treatment: Report

The report, issued on Tuesday by HIV charity amfAR, found that the cuts in funding by the administration of US President Donald Trump for PE…

JUL 22 · Americas

France Enacts Social Media Ban for Under-15s

France's legislative bodies have approved a groundbreaking bill that prohibits social media use by children under 15 years old. The initiati…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

Russian Bombing in Zaporizhzhia Targets Civilians

A Russian aerial bombardment on Zaporizhzhia has resulted in the deaths of three civilians and injuries to at least 13 others. The strike ut…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

Joseph Aoun in Washington: Bilal Saab firmly believes 'this meeting couldn't have gone any better'

François Picard is pleased to welcome Bilal Saab, Senior Managing Director of the Trends Research Group and a close friend of Lebanese Presi…

JUL 22 · Americas

Zelensky Restructures Top Military Leadership Amidst Internal Pressure

In a decisive move, President Volodymyr Zelensky has relieved Oleksandr Syrsky of his duties as Ukraine's military leader. This change follo…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

Zelensky Ousts Ukraine's Army Chief Amid Political Turmoil

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has removed Oleksandr Syrsky from his position as Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces. This…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

Zelensky Ousts Ukraine Military Leader Amid Protests

In a decisive move, President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed General Oleksandr Syrsky from his position as commander-in-chief of Ukraine's…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

Senegal Supports Ex-Leader Sall for UN Role

Senegal's political sphere has shifted as current President Bassirou Diomaye Faye announces support for former President Macky Sall in his q…

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

Urgent Search Operations Amid Afghanistan Flood Catastrophe

Rescue teams in eastern Afghanistan are intensifying efforts in the wake of devastating flash floods and landslides that have ravaged Nurist…

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

Can mediators broker a truce between the US and Iran?

Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday confirmed that mediators were actively trying to prevent further …

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

Proposal to End EEOC Racial and Gender Data Collection Sparks Debate

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has advanced a controversial proposal to terminate the longstanding mandate requiring emp…

JUL 22 · Americas

Federal Injunction Halts Trump Administration's Immigration Policy Shift

A United States federal judge has issued a temporary injunction against the administration of President Donald Trump, preventing the immedia…

JUL 22 · Americas

Lebanese President Seeks US Support for Disarmament Efforts

The President of Lebanon has requested continued support from the United States in efforts to disarm Hezbollah. This comes amidst a strategi…

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

Afghanistan Faces Renewed Flash Flood Threat Amid Search for Survivors

In Afghanistan's eastern Nuristan province, rescue teams are confronting a daunting challenge as they continue to search for survivors of re…

JUL 22 · Asia-Pacific

Iranians struggle to get by amid US war and domestic woes

“You find yourself comparing prices to just a few weeks or months ago,” she said. Just a tub of ice cream and yoghurt cost her about 10 mill…

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

The Houthis may soon discover the limits of Saudi strategic patience

The Houthi declaration that they intend to block Saudi shipping and vessels bound for Saudi ports in the Red Sea is not another act of revol…

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

Contention Surrounds France's New Rights Ombudsman

In a move sparking controversy, French lawmakers have narrowly ratified President Emmanuel Macron's nomination of Senator François-Noël Buff…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

US Court Reinstates Deportation Case Against Activist Mahdawi

The United States Court of Appeals has reversed a previous decision, effectively reinstating the deportation proceedings against Columbia Un…

JUL 22 · Americas

Escalating Civilian Casualties in Russia-Ukraine War Highlight Strategic Shifts

The United Nations has reported a significant surge in civilian casualties as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to intensify…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

Gates Foundation Cleared of Criminal Ties with Epstein

The Gates Foundation has been exonerated of any alleged criminal associations with Jeffrey Epstein, as revealed by an independent inquiry. C…

JUL 22 · Americas

HRW Reports Civilian Abuses in US-Ecuador Anti-Crime Operations

A Human Rights Watch (HRW) report has revealed significant civilian abuses during joint US-Ecuador military campaigns aimed at organized cri…

JUL 22 · Americas

Indian Opposition Leader Arrested Amid Escalating Protests

Rahul Gandhi, a prominent Indian opposition figure, has been apprehended by police forces as public demonstrations against the current admin…

JUL 22 · Asia-Pacific

U.S. Promises Support to Lebanon Amidst Israeli Occupation

During a recent meeting at the White House, President Donald Trump has assured Lebanon of U.S. support amidst the ongoing Israeli occupation…

JUL 22 · Middle East & Africa

France Approaches Landmark Social Media Legislation for Youth

France is poised to enact groundbreaking legislation restricting access to social media platforms for individuals under the age of 15. The l…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia

UK PM Burnham's Cabinet Faces Fiscal Discipline Amid Energy Tax Cut

In his inaugural cabinet meeting, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham declared his administration as a 'cost-of-living government'. On July 21, h…

JUL 22 · Europe - Russia