Category: World

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that if Russia refuses the ceasefire proposals discussed during recent meetings between Ukrainian and U.S. delegations in Jeddah, the United States is prepared to implement strong measures. Zelensky expressed confidence that these actions would include further sanctions and increased support for Ukraine, though specific details remain unclear. During a […]

Syria’s interim President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has officially established a National Security Council through a new presidential decree aimed at addressing the country’s security and political challenges during its transitional phase. The National Security Council, chaired by the president, will play a crucial role in coordinating national security policies. It will focus on enhancing Syria’s security […]

A group of probationary US government employees has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s administration, challenging the legality of mass firings that have targeted federal workers. The employees, from various departments including Veterans Affairs, Treasury, Commerce, Health and Human Services, and the General Services Administration, argue that their terminations violated due process rights and […]

In a pivotal address to the European Parliament, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the urgency of strengthening European defence capabilities amid growing global security concerns. Reflecting on the words of Alcide de Gasperi, she reminded lawmakers that the task of securing peace through strength remains as relevant today as it was seven […]

SECRETARY RUBIO:  All right, who’s got a question? QUESTION:  I do. SECRETARY RUBIO:  I knew you would have a question. QUESTION:  So – Michael Gordon, Wall Street Journal.  Sir, the Russians are still making gains on the battlefield.  There’s been no public response to the developments in Jeddah.  Are you concerned they’re playing for time?  Have […]

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will visit Bangladesh from March 13-16, marking his second visit since taking office. The visit comes at a critical time, as Bangladesh continues to host over one million Rohingya refugees, and tensions over their repatriation remain unresolved. The Rohingya crisis, which began in 2017 when thousands fled Myanmar’s Rakhine State due […]

In the rural fishing camps of Zambia, where drought and aid cuts have worsened food insecurity, an alarming trend has emerged: women are increasingly forced into “sex-for-fish” arrangements with fishermen. This exploitative practice, which involves women trading sex for access to fish, is being driven by both the devastating impact of climate change and the […]

The health situation in North Darfur, Sudan, has reached a critical point, with over 200 health facilities in the state capital, El Fasher, currently non-functional due to ongoing conflict. According to UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric, the humanitarian situation is dire, particularly in displacement camps surrounding the city. Struggling Health System The World Health Organization (WHO) […]

Africa’s economic trajectory is shifting dramatically, as highlighted in the latest report by the African Development Bank (AfDB). The report, “Africa’s Performance and Outlook”, reveals that Africa is now the second-fastest-growing region globally, behind Asia. Growth is expected to rise from 3.2% in 2024 to 4.1% in 2025 and 4.4% in 2026, fueled by rapid […]

As the world grapples with how to tackle climate change, countries that signed the Paris Agreement outline their commitments to reduce emissions in documents called Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). These are official climate action plans that each country submits to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) every five years, detailing their reduction […]