Category: World

Amid escalating geopolitical tensions and rising fears over Russia’s nuclear threats, the question of whether Britain should reintroduce tactical nuclear weapons has resurfaced as a critical consideration for European security. Historically, during the Cold War, Britain’s V-force bombers—including the iconic Avro Vulcan—were central to NATO’s deterrence strategy, armed with nuclear bombs to counter a potential […]

Tánaiste Simon Harris has concluded his participation at the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Johannesburg, where he emphasized the need for a renewed focus on inclusive economic growth and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Over two days, Harris engaged in a series of high-level bilateral meetings with counterparts from across the globe, discussing a […]

Amnesty International has called on Egypt to immediately release human rights activists detained for posting content on social media critical of the government. The rights organization condemned the Egyptian authorities for prosecuting activists on charges including terrorism, spreading false information, and inciting protests, all in retaliation for their online activities. The detainees were apprehended by […]

Taoiseach Micheál Martin spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of a summit next week marking the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The call focused on strengthening ties between Ireland and Ukraine, as well as discussing the path to peace and Ukraine’s EU accession. Following the conversation, Martin reiterated Ireland’s unwavering support for […]

The body handed over by Hamas on Friday has now been confirmed as that of Shiri Bibas, after initial reports suggested it was not her. The identification was made by Israel’s Institute of Forensic Medicine, and her family later confirmed the news in a statement, saying, “Last night, our Shiri was returned home.” Hamas had […]

Minister for Justice, Jim O’Callaghan, today launched a new protocol aimed at expediting trials involving minors in cases of rape and murder. The initiative, designed to reduce delays in the criminal justice system, specifically targets cases involving victims and defendants under 18 years of age. During the launch, O’Callaghan commended the work of Ms Justice […]

Briefing from Ukrainian capital Kyiv after another night of “air sirens and more loud explosions”, Mr. Schmale noted that the crisis began in 2014, with Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea. “So, all children that were born since – all children up to the age of 11 – have never experienced their country at peace,” he […]

Elon Musk’s bold $2 trillion proposal to cut government spending by next year raises important questions about the long-term ramifications of such drastic actions. While the plan promises short-term savings, the potential hidden costs—ranging from job losses to rising crime and social instability—could outweigh the immediate financial relief. Existing data and research on government cuts […]

The European Union will suspend sanctions targeting Syria’s banking, energy, and transportation sectors starting next week, AFP reported on Friday. While the suspension of banking sanctions could provide a significant lift to Syria’s struggling economy, the move is tempered by the fact that these sanctions are not being lifted but only suspended. This means they […]

U.S. and South Korean military forces recently held a joint aerial exercise featuring a U.S. B-1B bomber and multiple fighter jets, marking the first combined air force drill since President Donald Trump’s second term. The training was aimed at reinforcing deterrence against North Korea’s nuclear and missile threats, as tensions on the Korean Peninsula continue […]