Category: World

Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, argues that any US-organised peace agreement would have to be accompanied by “security guarantees” from the US to prevent Russia from resuming its offensive in the future. However, Donald Trump has so far said the US will not commit to sending troops to Ukraine if Russia doesn’t stand by any such […]

A group of men who diverted electricity to supply cannabis farms run by organised crime gangs have been jailed for more than 28 years. L-R top: Ross McGinn, Andrew Roberts, Graham Roberts, Greg Black. L-R bottom: Lewin Charles, Aiden Doran, Jack Sherry, Colin White. The men ran a sophisticated operation under cover of being a legitimate […]

Image: Justifications for Internet Shutdowns by UNESCO’s World Trends in Freedom of Expression In 2024, Africa witnessed a record number of internet shutdowns, with 21 incidents reported across 15 countries, surpassing the previous high of 19 shutdowns in 2020 and 2021. This alarming trend highlights an increasing use of digital blackouts by governments to control […]

Gaza Reconstruction Plan Faces Rejection by US and Israel Amid Displacement Controversy A recent proposal to reconstruct Gaza, backed by Arab leaders at an Emergency Arab Summit in Cairo on March 4, has sparked intense debate, with the United States and Israel rejecting the plan outright. The initiative, put forward by Egypt, aims to rebuild […]

Paramount’s Veteran Immersion Program, part of the Paramount Veterans Network, offers a lifeline to veterans transitioning into the media industry. Launched in 2020, the program supports military veterans by providing hands-on experience, mentorship, and career development opportunities. It’s a critical initiative for veterans seeking meaningful careers after their military service, with access to jobs in […]

Former Philippine President Faces International Charges for Indiscriminate and Unlawful Drug War Killings Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, was arrested at Manila’s airport on Tuesday following an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC). The arrest stems from the ICC’s ongoing investigation into Duterte’s controversial anti-drug campaign, which allegedly led […]

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz met this evening with Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman Al Saud in Jeddah. The Secretary thanked the Crown Prince for once again hosting the United States in talks to help resolve the Ukraine war and secure a lasting peace. The leaders discussed Yemen […]

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced a groundbreaking £12 million funding scheme aimed at developing sustainable and resilient aquaculture systems in south-east Asia. Tackling aquaculture challenges This ambitious programme will support interdisciplinary research projects that tackle the pressing challenges faced by the aquaculture industry, including: climate change disease management food security The projects will […]

In February 2020, French President Emmanuel Macron said it was time to reflect on the European dimension of French nuclear deterrence. He proposed a strategic dialogue as well as joint nuclear exercises between European partners. Five years later, Germany’s likely next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, responded to this call, advocating an extension of the French nuclear umbrella […]

Note: View the indictment here. The Justice Department announced today a coordinated action with Germany and Finland to disrupt and take down the online infrastructure used to operate Garantex, a cryptocurrency exchange that allegedly facilitated money laundering by transnational criminal organizations — including terrorist organizations — and sanctions violations. Since April 2019, Garantex has processed […]