Category: World

Ireland’s political landscape shifted sharply this week as Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe confirmed his retirement from the Dáil to take up a senior role at the World Bank. Donohoe, who has served in government for over two decades and was recently re‑elected as President of the Eurogroup, will become Managing Director and Chief Knowledge […]

Dublin, 18 November 2025 — Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee has announced a €90 million investment under the 2026 Climate Action Summer Works Scheme, approving 297 projects nationwide to modernise school facilities and advance sustainability goals. Major Boost for Science Laboratories A central feature of the scheme is the refurbishment of science laboratories […]

A multi-sector round-up of key developments across Africa Business & Economy Technology & Infrastructure Geopolitics Security & Conflict Human Rights & Governance Public Health & Emergencies Continental Outlook Africa’s trajectory remains shaped by conflict, climate stress, and digital transformation: Resilient governance, inclusive growth, and sustained international support will be critical to stabilizing the continent.

Dublin, 18 November 2025 — Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris have unveiled a major €50 million investment in ten new Shared Island initiatives, designed to strengthen cross-border cooperation, cultural ties, and community resilience across Ireland between 2026 and 2030. Key Allocations Taoiseach’s Vision Announcing the funding, Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the programmes represent […]

A “breaking point is becoming visible” in the peace process, they cautioned, as core commitments under a landmark 2018 peace agreement stall or go into reverse.   Background to conflict   The 2018 Revitalised Peace Agreement was the key safeguard against renewed civil war, but elements of its power-sharing and security provisions are fraying.   […]

Dozens of participants — including UN officials, volunteers, and residents who recently returned from the south of the Strip — took part in the activities in the city centre. One participant, a woman in a wheelchair, held up a sign reading “We Will Rebuild Gaza” to express her support for the campaign. Amjad Al-Shawa, Director […]

A U.S. judge has upheld New York’s Protect Our Courts Act, barring immigration agents from making arrests in or around state courthouses. The ruling reinforces the state’s authority to shield court proceedings from federal immigration enforcement, a practice critics say undermines access to justice. The Ruling On November 17, 2025, U.S. District Judge Mae D’Agostino […]

The Department of State has taken steps to revoke visas and impose visa restrictions on individuals in Nicaragua identified as knowingly facilitating illegal immigration to the United States. This includes owners, executives, and senior officials of transportation companies, travel agencies, and tour operators who provide services to assist aliens intending to illegally immigrate to the […]

The Department of State intends to designate Cartel de los Soles as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), effective November 24, 2025. Based in Venezuela, the Cartel de los Soles is headed by Nicolás Maduro and other high-ranking individuals of the illegitimate Maduro regime who have corrupted Venezuela’s military, intelligence, legislature, and judiciary. Neither Maduro nor […]

The UN Security Council has voted to agree a US-drafted resolution supported by Qatar, Egypt, Turkey and other Arab states to implement the 20 point peace plan for Gaza  The UK voted for the resolution which provides a mandate for the International Stabilisation Force and requires increased humanitarian aid for Gaza. UK continues to work […]