Category: World

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery It is an honor to be with you all here today in Greenwood. This community has been strong and resilient despite the lingering effects of a civil rights crime that stands out in its magnitude, barbarity and ruthless brutality. As you know, on May 31, 1921, a group of white […]

Israel is sending a high-level delegation to Qatar’s capital, Doha, to further discuss a deal for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorized the mission following a security assessment with key officials, including Defence Minister Israel Katz and U.S. negotiators, both from the current and incoming administrations. […]

On Friday, Japan announced new sanctions against Russia and foreign entities linked to its ongoing aggression in Ukraine. These measures, aimed at supporting international peace efforts, include asset freezes for individuals and entities from Russia, as well as an export ban on materials that could strengthen Russian industrial capabilities. The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs […]

Belgium is preparing for a widespread strike on Monday, as unions across the country rally against proposed pension reforms. The strike, which is expected to impact various sectors, will disrupt daily life, with significant participation from teachers, public transport workers, and staff at airports and railways. The labor action is driven by growing concerns over […]

In a significant diplomatic development, Syria’s de facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, pledged his country’s neutrality in Lebanon’s internal affairs during a press conference with Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati on Saturday. This commitment comes as relations between the two neighboring nations remain fragile, following recent security tensions along their shared border. Al-Sharaa emphasized Syria’s […]

Switzerland has expressed its willingness to facilitate a high-level meeting between U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to address the conflict in Ukraine. Nicolas Bideau, head of communications at the Swiss Foreign Ministry, confirmed the offer in an interview with the Swiss daily Le Temps. Bideau […]

Clúid Housing has acquired a 328-unit residential development in Tallaght, Co. Dublin, for nearly €160 million, with plans to offer the units for both social housing and its largest-ever cost rental scheme. The property, located at Airton Plaza, was purchased from ESR Europe and includes a mix of apartments and commercial spaces. However, Clúid will […]

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has authorized the dispatch of Mossad Director David Barnea to Qatar to participate in ceasefire negotiations related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This move signals a significant development in diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating the situation. The decision, confirmed by Netanyahu’s office, underscores Israel’s commitment to exploring avenues for […]

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced an agreement to repatriate approximately $52.88 million in seized assets to Nigeria, following a corruption investigation involving former Nigerian Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke and her associates. The funds, linked to money laundering and bribery, were forfeited under the US Kleptocracy Asset Recovery Initiative. The majority of […]

QUESTION:  No easy stroll to the exit for Antony Blinken.  With exactly eight days left as Secretary of State, he’s only just concluded what is likely his last trip, back and forth across the globe with meetings in Seoul, Tokyo, Paris, and finally Rome.  Blinken has traveled more than a million miles on the job. […]