Power was restored to Guinea-Bissau’s capital by Turkish firm Karpowership. Guinea-Bissau is one of the world’s poorest countries. Access to electricity has improved in sub-Saharan Africa in recent years. Karpowership, a Turkish company, has restored electricity to Guinea-Bissau’s capital after discontinuing power supplies due to an unpaid bill of $15 million. The company resumed operations … Read more
Jim Jordan’s attempt to be US House Speaker meets with threats. Several Republicans experienced pressure from Jordan’s supporters. Mr. Jordan failed to secure enough support from his party for the speakership. Republican lawmakers have reported being targeted by intimidation tactics, including death threats, by allies of Jim Jordan as his bid for the US House … Read more
13 Chinese air force aircraft entered Taiwan’s air defense zone. Taiwan has voiced consistent concerns about escalating Chinese military. This incursion included fighter jets and drones. Taiwan’s defense ministry reported the detection of 13 Chinese Air Force aircraft entering Taiwan’s air defense identification zone on Thursday morning. This incursion included fighter jets and drones, coinciding … Read more
US to provide $100m in funding for humanitarian aid in Gaza during Israel-Hamas War. President Joe Biden offered his full support to Israel. Biden promised that the United States would rescue those who were stuck in Gaza. President Joe Biden offered his full support to the country and placed the blame for the horrific rocket … Read more
Venezuelan oil sanctions lifted by US after an electoral deal. This action comes in response to a 2024 election agreement. The U.S. urged Caracas to take tangible steps toward democratic elections. The Biden administration has taken significant steps in easing sanctions on Venezuela’s oil sector, marking a substantial departure from the stringent restrictions imposed during … Read more
Greta Thunberg charged with public order accused after arrest at London rally. A total of 26 individuals were charged in connection with the protest. Greta Thunberg and 10 other individuals have a court date scheduled. Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg has found herself facing a public order offense charge following her arrest at a protest … Read more
India hopes to send an astronaut to the moon by 2040. Narendra Modi unveiled these ambitious space exploration goals. India’s space agency is actively engaged in the Gaganyaan project. The Indian government has set a target to send an astronaut to the Moon by the year 2040, with additional plans for the establishment of a … Read more
House speakership in doubt as opposition to Jim Jordan hardens. Jordan held meetings with some of the Republicans who opposed him. The House has been without a Speaker since Kevin McCarthy’s removal. Republican Jim Jordan faced unexpected opposition in the first vote for the position of US House of Representatives Speaker. Despite vigorous lobbying, 20 … Read more
Joe Biden blames Palestinian group for Gaza hospital attack. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced Secretary Biden’s visit. Israel has threatened to launch a ground invasion. Israel-Hamas War: US President Joe Biden flew down in Tel Aviv on Wednesday, just hours after Israel carried out a lethal airstrike on a Gaza City hospital, killing hundreds … Read more
Joe Biden visits Israel amid anger over Gaza hospital attack. This explosion was attributed to an Israeli air attack. The Palestinian death toll in Gaza has reached around 3,000. Israel-Hamas War: The situation in Gaza remains dire, with over 500 casualties resulting from an explosion at a hospital and the overall death toll surpassing 3,000. … Read more
British Navy chief says AUKUS submarine project needs rat-catchers. Sir Ben Key joined Australia in raising concerns about the bureaucratic obstacles. The importance of having such “rat-catchers” in the forefront. The head of the Royal Navy in the United Kingdom, Admiral Sir Ben Key, has joined Australia in raising concerns about the bureaucratic obstacles imposed … Read more
Xi Jinping opposes bloc confrontation as BRI meeting begins. International delegates gathered to mark the 10th anniversary of the BRI. The forum saw the participation of representatives from over 130 countries. Chinese President Xi Jinping made it clear that his country rejects “economic coercion” and “bloc confrontation” during the opening ceremony of the Belt and … Read more
Five Eyes intelligence officers keen on China’s ‘theft’ of intellectual property. China was found to be stealing secrets across various sectors. Burgess cited a recent case in which his department uncovered a Chinese plot. The intelligence chiefs of the Five Eyes countries came together on Tuesday in a rare joint statement, accusing China of engaging … Read more
Global leaders decry Israel for its attack on Gaza Hospital during the Israel-Hamas War. Israeli airstrike on a hospital has resulted in the tragic loss of at least 500 lives. This ruthless attack has pushed the Palestinian death toll beyond 3,000. An Israeli airstrike on a hospital in Gaza City has resulted in the tragic … Read more
China’s Xi Jinping warns against decoupling & hails Belt & Road in forum. Xi also celebrated the grand plan he initiated a decade ago. The forum drew representatives from over 130 countries. Chinese President Xi Jinping issued a warning against the idea of decoupling from China, critiquing Western efforts to reduce their reliance on the … Read more
Israel, Hamas accuse each other of staging vicious attacks amid the Israel-Hamas War. The hospital in Gaza was reportedly struck by Israeli airstrikes on Tuesday. The Hamas-run Palestinian Health Ministry attributed the airstrike to Israel. The Israeli military and the Palestinian resistance group Hamas have been blaming each other for the recent strike on a … Read more
Russian Duma initiated a process of ending the nuclear test ban treaty. Russia might go further and would keep the US guessing about its intentions. The Ukraine conflict has escalated tensions between Russia and the US. Russia’s parliament has initiated the process to revoke its ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) and … Read more
NGO aiding Palestine pledges $21,000 donation amid Israel-Hamas War. This contribution was made through the Guru Nanak Sikh Gurdwara in Surrey. Gurdwara’s donation was made in memory of Shaheed Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The pro-Khalistan advocacy group, Sikh for Justice (SFJ), has pledged a donation of $21,000 to assist those affected by the Israeli airstrikes in … Read more
Top Indian court rejects same-sex marriage legalisation. The court considered arguments presented between April and May. The stance of the other two judges on this matter is yet to be determined. India’s highest court issued a ruling on Tuesday, stating that it lacks the authority to legalize same-sex marriages and that such a decision should … Read more
Interception of Canadian military plane by Chinese fighter jets. The incident occurred off the coast of China in international waters. Chinese Air Force routinely interacts with planes on U.N. missions. Defence Minister Bill Blair described the recent interception of a Canadian military plane by Chinese fighter jets in international waters as unacceptable, dangerous, and reckless. … Read more
Softer China diplomacy as Xi Jinping handles domestic issues. China has adopted a more conciliatory approach in its global dealings. China recently released Australian news anchor Cheng Lei. China has recently adopted a more conciliatory approach in its global dealings, which includes releasing an Australian journalist from prison, extending an invitation to the U.S. military … Read more
Donald Trump vows to banish Hamas allies from US amid Israel-Hamas War. He also pledged to dispatch law enforcement to pro-Hamas demonstrations. He is a leading candidate for the White House nomination in the 2024 election. Donald Trump declared on Monday that if he were to be re-elected, he would implement a ban on individuals … Read more
China raises limits on bankers’ & govt employees’ overseas travel. The individuals who shared this information worked in various capacities. They chose to remain anonymous due to the sensitivity of the matter. Chinese civil servants and employees of state-linked enterprises are facing more stringent restrictions on personal travel abroad and increased scrutiny of their foreign … Read more
2 Swedes killed in shooting in Belgian capital. Prosecutors reported that the suspected shooter was at large. The leading terrorism prosecutor’s office initiated an investigation. At least two Swedish nationals were subjected to gunfire in the Belgian capital, Brussels, with an automatic rifle on Monday. Prosecutors reported that the suspected shooter was at large, while … Read more
Joe Biden set to pay solidarity visit to Israel amid Israel-Hamas War. Biden will discuss strategies for reducing civilian casualties during armed conflicts. The goal is to ensure that any aid provided does not benefit Hamas. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has confirmed that President Joe Biden is planning to make a solidarity visit … Read more
Hamas considers Israeli pows as potential dealing chips for prisoner return. The incident involved Hamas militants infiltrating southern Israeli communities. Israel has responded to the situation with airstrikes in Gaza. Hamas, the Palestinian resistance group, has expressed its willingness to use Israeli captives, who were taken during an attack on southern Israeli regions, as a … Read more
Turkey taking its time supporting Sweden’s NATO ambition. Tayyip Erdogan had pledged to send Sweden’s NATO bid. Turkey wants to synchronize its actions with the United States. Turkey is contemplating delaying the ratification of Sweden’s NATO membership bid as it awaits signs of U.S. support for its request to purchase F-16 fighter jets. This move … Read more
Former President Martti Ahtisaari dies at age of 86. Martti Ahtisaari served as Finland’s 10th president from 1994 to 2000. He supported Finland’s membership in the European Union. Nobel Peace laureate Martti Ahtisaari, who served as Finland’s 10th president from 1994 to 2000, has passed away at the age of 86. Ahtisaari gained worldwide recognition … Read more
