WASHINGTON/PARIS, Feb 5 – President Donald Trump’s recent proposal regarding the future of Gaza has triggered an intense global backlash. His vision of transforming the war-ravaged territory into a luxurious tourism hub—dubbed the “Riviera of the Middle East”—while relocating Palestinian residents elsewhere has been met with widespread condemnation. The proposal, which would drastically shift U.S. … Read more
WASHINGTON, Jan. 20 – President Joe Biden took a bold step on Monday by issuing pre-emptive pardons for a group of public officials who have faced threats of retaliation, including former Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley, and former White House medical advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci. This … Read more
On January 15, negotiators managed to broker a significant agreement aimed at bringing an end to the ongoing Gaza conflict between Israel and Hamas. This deal marks a key moment in the 15-month-long war that has caused immense suffering, including the deaths of tens of thousands of Palestinians and the worsening political and humanitarian crisis … Read more
JAKARTA, Jan 14 — Indonesia is preparing to implement a regulation establishing a minimum age for social media users to enhance child safety online. This initiative is being spearheaded by the country’s communications ministry as part of broader efforts to protect children in the digital realm. The move comes after similar measures were adopted in … Read more
Sydney, Dec 2 – Australia is set to introduce a groundbreaking law that could levy fines of up to A$50 million ($33 million) against global technology companies accused of stifling competition and limiting consumer choice in the digital marketplace. This proposal aims to ensure a more equitable digital ecosystem, addressing the growing concerns surrounding the … Read more
KARACHI, Dec 1 – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is gearing up to restart its flight operations to Europe after receiving clearance from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This development marks a significant step forward for the national flag carrier, which has faced substantial challenges since a flight ban was imposed in 2020. The … Read more
Sydney, Nov. 28 – In a landmark decision, Australia has passed legislation that will prohibit children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms. The law, hailed as one of the strictest of its kind globally, aims to address the rising concerns about the impact of social media on young users’ mental health. … Read more
MOSCOW, Nov. 18 — Prominent Russian lawmaker Maria Butina has voiced strong criticism of the Biden administration’s reported decision to permit Ukraine to conduct long-range strikes within Russian territory using U.S.-made missiles. She warned that this move could provoke a devastating global conflict. Speaking in Moscow, Butina accused the United States of recklessness, claiming their … Read more
Abuja, Nov 17 – In a historic meeting, Nigeria and India have pledged to strengthen their partnership in maritime security and counter-terrorism efforts. This significant development came during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Nigeria, marking the first visit by an Indian premier in nearly two decades. The visit, initiated at the request of … Read more
On November 16, Russia’s state-run gas giant Gazprom took a significant step in its ongoing energy dispute with Europe, halting its natural gas supplies to Austria. The decision comes after Austria’s energy company, OMV, was awarded damages in an arbitration case over unfulfilled gas deliveries from Gazprom, prompting Vienna to announce the termination of gas … Read more