Category: World

A Russian submarine was reportedly sunk by Ukrainian forces in the Black Sea, the Ukrainian Defense Ministry reported in a statement to X on Saturday. In their statement, the Ministry wrote, “Ukrainian defense forces successfully attacked the B-237 “Rostov-na-Donu” attack submarine in Sevastopol’s port. As a result of the attack, the submarine sank.” They noted […]

“I am deeply worried about the rising risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East and plead with all parties, along with those States with influence, to act urgently to de-escalate what has become a very precarious situation,” Volker Türk said in a statement. He stressed that “human rights – first and foremost the […]

While the Israeli delegation had yet another slow day at the Olympic Games in Paris, Amit Elor was busy on the wrestling mat as the American Jew born to Sabras is dreaming of winning gold for not only one but two nations.  Elor, who is competing in Women’s Freestyle 68kg Wrestling, was born in Walnut […]

Mr. President, the UK is alarmed by the escalation of violence inside Sudan, including in Darfur. The ongoing fighting in El Fasher has caused significant civilian loss of life and has forced thousands to flee their homes. There are also a growing number of reports alleging that serious international crimes are being committed in Darfur […]

Leonardo Santos Simão, who heads the UN Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), told the Security Council that by “renouncing ECOWAS”, the three military-led governments would be “relinquishing key benefits” including regional integration, freedom of movement, security cooperation and an integrated regional economy, hurting both themselves and remaining ECOWAS members. The three transitional […]

On a livestream from Mar-a-Lago, former president Donald Trump told gamer and streamer Adin Ross that he heard there was going to be an attack on Israel on Monday night.  Trump said he heard this “though the same waves” and not from top secret information, though he didn’t specify where he actually obtained the information.  […]

Office of the Spokesperson Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with the G7 Foreign Ministers to discuss the urgent need for de-escalation in the Middle East. The Secretary and Foreign Ministers discussed ongoing efforts to achieve a ceasefire that secures the release of hostages and allows a surge of humanitarian aid to Gaza. […]

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani to discuss the latest developments in the region. The Secretary emphasized the importance of all parties taking steps to calm regional tensions, avoid further escalation, and advance stability. The Secretary underscored U.S. […]

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). 2 August 2024 Lido Beach terror attack On 2 August 2024, there was an attack on Lido Beach in central Mogadishu, killing and injuring many civilians, claimed by terrorist group al-Shabaab. This follows an attack on […]

Many of the world’s best athletes are currently competing in the first Olympic Games to be held in Paris since 1924. The French capital is buoyant with excitement and its local businesses filled with paying tourists from all over the world. Indeed, it’s difficult not to be tempted into booking a weekend getaway to see […]