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China and Russia Forge Closer Ties Amidst Global Tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping extended a warm welcome to his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, in Beijing on Thursday. This marked the beginning of a two-day state visit, emphasizing the deepening partnership between the two nations. Putin's visit, his first overseas trip since securing a new term......

Slovak PM Robert Fico Clings to Life After Gunshot Attack

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is fighting for his life after being shot multiple times following a cabinet meeting on Wednesday. The government has announced that Fico is in critical condition, with his life hanging in the balance as he remains in surgery. The shocking incident occurred in the town......

Gaza Crisis Casts Shadow on Nakba Anniversary Commemoration

On the 76th anniversary of the Nakba, Palestinians gathered to commemorate the mass displacement and tragedy that befell their people during the establishment of Israel in 1948. However, this year's solemn occasion was overshadowed by the severe humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza, where intense......

YouTube Blocks Hong Kong's Protest Anthem Following Court Order

YouTube's compliance with a recent court order to block access to the popular protest song "Glory to Hong Kong" has ignited concerns regarding freedom of expression in the semi-autonomous Chinese city. Confirming the action on Wednesday, YouTube disclosed that 32 web links featuring the......

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico Injured in Shooting Following Government Meeting

In an unexpected twist, Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico found himself the victim of a shooting following a government meeting in Handlova, as per reports from the country's state news agency TASR. Ľuboš Blaha, the deputy speaker of the Slovak Parliament, was cited as the source......

Moroccan Delegation Advocates for Morocco's Territorial Integrity in Venezuela

In a pivotal diplomatic endeavor, a distinguished Moroccan delegation, led by Ambassador Omar Hilale, the Permanent Representative of Morocco to the United Nations, is partaking in the C24 Regional Seminar for the Caribbean, held in Caracas, Venezuela, from May 14th to 16th. Accompanying Ambassador......

Biden Administration Seeks Congressional Approval for $1 Billion Arms Shipment to Israel

In a move that could intensify the ongoing conflict in the region, the White House has informed Congress of its intention to send more than $1 billion (£800 million) in new weapons to Israel. This proposed arms package comes despite the United States' opposition to a full-scale invasion by......

The Stormy Daniels Affair: Trump's Defense Wages Counterattack Against Michael Cohen

In a high-stakes legal battle with significant political implications, Donald Trump's attorneys launched a counteroffensive on Tuesday, May 14th, aimed at undermining the credibility of his former confidant, Michael Cohen, a key witness whose testimony has implicated the former U.S. president in......

Cries for Justice Silenced: Thai Activist Dies After Harrowing Hunger Strike

In a tragic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through Thailand's activist community, Netiporn "Bung" Sanesangkhom, a 28-year-old advocate for royal reforms, has passed away in detention following a months-long hunger strike. Her untimely demise has once again thrust the nation's......

Singapore's New Chapter: Lawrence Wong Takes the Helm as Prime Minister

In a historic transition of power, Singapore is set to witness a changing of the guard as Lawrence Wong, the current Minister for Finance and Deputy Prime Minister, prepares to assume the mantle of leadership on Wednesday, May 15th. For the first time in two decades, the city-state will inaugurate a......

Georgia Approves Contentious 'Foreign Agent' Law Amid Widespread Protests

In a move that has sparked widespread condemnation and ongoing protests, Georgia's parliament has voted to adopt a controversial "foreign agents" law. The legislation, which opponents denounce as a Kremlin-inspired attempt to repress civil society, passed with a majority of MPs backing......

Arab Foreign Ministers Convene for Pivotal Regional Dialogue in Manama

In preparation for the highly anticipated 33rd Arab Summit, foreign ministers from across the Arab world gathered today in Manama, Bahrain, for a crucial preparatory meeting. This ministerial conference holds immense significance, serving as a microcosm of the major challenges and opportunities that......

Unrest Grips French Pacific Territory of New Caledonia, Prompting Curfews and Bans

The French Pacific territory of New Caledonia has been engulfed in unrest, prompting authorities to impose stringent measures to restore order. Following violent protests by independence campaigners over proposed changes to the territory's voting system, the authorities have announced a two-day curfew......