MAY 19 – International scrutiny is intensifying over Israel’s renewed military offensive in Gaza, which has resulted in the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians within days. Mounting concerns from global leaders are pushing Israel into a critical diplomatic corner, with the United Kingdom, France, and Canada issuing a stern joint warning on Monday. The countries … Read more
BUCHAREST, May 19 – European capitals and global markets reacted with optimism and relief following Nicusor Dan’s decisive win in Romania’s presidential election. The victory of the centrist Bucharest mayor over hard-right candidate George Simion reassured the European Union and avoided what many feared could have been a disruptive political shift resembling the Trump-style nationalism … Read more
May 18 – Former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive and advanced form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, according to a statement from his office released on Sunday. The diagnosis was made following recent symptoms that prompted medical evaluation, including issues related to urination. Biden and … Read more
CAIRO/JERUSALEM, May 18 – The Israeli army has launched a major ground assault in the northern and southern regions of the Gaza Strip, significantly intensifying its military campaign in the war-torn area. The announcement comes as efforts for a truce and hostage exchange deal appear to have reached a deadlock, despite indirect negotiations taking place … Read more
NEW YORK, May 17 – A tragic maritime accident unfolded Saturday night when a tall ship belonging to the Mexican Navy collided with the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in the loss of two lives and injuries to at least 17 others. The training vessel, known as Cuauhtémoc, was illuminated with decorative lights and proudly displayed … Read more
ISTANBUL, May 17 – Recent diplomatic efforts to halt the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine hit a major roadblock as Russian negotiators demanded Ukraine withdraw its forces from several contested regions before agreeing to a ceasefire, according to a senior Ukrainian official familiar with the discussion. The meeting, held in Istanbul, marked the first … Read more
MAY 16 – On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court extended a freeze on President Donald Trump’s attempt to deport Venezuelan migrants using a centuries-old wartime law. The ruling, delivered in a brief and unsigned opinion, upholds protections for dozens of migrants who were reportedly set to be removed without the opportunity to legally contest their … Read more
May 16 – The U.S. dollar edged lower on Friday, mirroring the decline in U.S. Treasury yields, following a series of weaker-than-expected economic indicators that reinforced expectations for multiple interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve later this year. Despite Friday’s downturn, the dollar remained on course for a fourth straight week of gains against … Read more
ABU DHABI, May 15 – U.S. President Donald Trump, during a high-profile visit to the United Arab Emirates, unveiled a substantial set of business and technology agreements aimed at deepening economic and strategic ties between the two nations. The total value of the deals announced surpassed $200 billion, including notable developments in aviation, energy, and … Read more
ISTANBUL, May 15 – Hopes for renewed peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have been thrown into disarray after Russian President Vladimir Putin declined to attend in person, opting instead to dispatch a delegation of lower-ranking officials to Turkey. The talks, which were expected to mark a significant diplomatic step forward after months of military … Read more