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Blinken says he'll work with US Congress to respond to ICC move on Gaza

The Biden administration is willing to work with Congress to respond to the International Criminal Court prosecutor's request for arrest warrants for Israeli leaders over the Gaza war, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Tuesday, amid Republican calls for U.S. sanctions against court officials.

May 21, 20242 min

One die as Singapore airline hits turbulence

One passenger died of a suspected heart attack and 30 were injured after a Singapore Airlines (SIAL.SI), opens new tab flight hit severe turbulence on Tuesday, flinging passengers and crew around the cabin and forcing the plane to land in Bangkok, officials and the airline said.

May 21, 20245 min

Iran hold a lowkey memorial for the President

Thousands of Iranians turned out to mourn President Ebrahim Raisi in the city of Tabriz on Tuesday, after he was killed in a helicopter crash near the Azerbaijan border at the weekend along with his foreign minister and seven others.

May 21, 20243 min

Hamas Delegates arrive Cairo for Gaza peace talks

Israeli forces killed five Palestinians, including four fighters from the militant group Hamas, in an overnight raid near the city of Tulkarm in the occupied West Bank, Palestinian and Israeli officials said on Saturday.

May 05, 20243 min

Russia declare Ukraine President wanted

Russia has opened a criminal case against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and put him on a wanted list, the state news agency TASS reported on Saturday, an announcement Ukraine dismissed as evidence of Moscow's "desperation".

May 05, 20241 min

India election continue

India held the second phase of the world's biggest election on Friday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his rivals hurling accusations of religious discrimination and threats to democracy amid flagging voter turnout.

Apr 27, 20244 min

More testify in Donald Trump's trial

Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker testified on Friday at Donald Trump's criminal trial that he suppressed a story about an alleged affair to help Trump's 2016 presidential bid, even though it would have boosted sales of his tabloid.

Apr 27, 20245 min

Chad interim president ready to end junta rule as he kicks off campaign

Chad's interim president, Mahamat Idriss Deby, has a officially launched his campaign for the upcoming presidential election. The vote is set to end the military rule that has been in place since the death of his father, Idriss Deby, who had been in power for three decades. Mahamat Idriss Deby, who is also the son of the late president, has promised to restore peace and stability to the country, which has been plagued by violence and political instability in recent years. His candidacy has been ...

Apr 14, 20242 min

The U.S. to step up aid to the conflict in Sudan

The United States on Sunday will announce an additional $100 million in aid to respond to the conflict in Sudan. As Washington seeks to spur international response ahead of Monday's anniversary of the war.

Apr 14, 20242 min

Eastern part of Ukraine under Russia's invasion, authorities say

According to the latest reports, Ukraine's army chief has stated that the eastern front is currently facing an intense assault from Russian forces. The situation in the region is extremely dire, with both sides engaging in heavy fighting, resulting in significant casualties and damage to infrastructure. The Ukrainian military has been working tirelessly to defend the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity, but the situation remains highly volatile and unpredictable. The international co...

Apr 14, 20244 min

Israel tighten security as Iran launch dozens of drones

Iran launched a swarm of explosive drones and fired missiles at Israel late on Saturday in its first ever direct attack on Israeli territory, risking a major escalation as the United States pledged "ironclad" backing for Israel.

Apr 14, 20245 min

Iran launch tens of drone attacks against Israel

Iran launched dozens of drones at Israel on Saturday but they will take hours to reach their targets, Israel's military said, an attack that may trigger a major escalation between the regional archenemies, with the U.S. pledging to back Israel.

Apr 13, 20242 min

Residents leave Myanmar to Thailand as rebels invade the City.

Reports suggest that the recent fall of a town in Myanmar to rebel forces has caused a mass exodus of people, who are now fleeing into neighboring Thailand in search of safety. The town, which was previously under government control, was captured by rebel fighters after a series of violent clashes. The situation has led to a humanitarian crisis, with thousands of people being displaced from their homes and seeking refuge across the border. The Thai authorities have reportedly set up temporary sh...

Apr 12, 20244 min
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