Trump Formulates Gaza Peace Board with Marco Rubio and Tony Blair
In a significant move towards establishing stability in Gaza, US President Donald Trump announced on 15 January 2024 the formation of a “board of peace” as part of a US-backed…
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Yoon Suk-yeol Faces Death Penalty Amid Insurrection Charges
The ongoing turmoil surrounding former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has taken another dramatic turn. In a high-stakes courtroom saga, prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for Yoon on insurrection…
US-Russia Tensions Persist Amid Peace Talks on Ukraine
US President Donald Trump has stated that Ukraine, not Russia, is the major obstacle to a peace deal in the ongoing conflict, a view that diverges from his European allies’…
Sanae Takaichi Considers Snap Election Amid Rising Tensions with China
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is weighing the option of calling a snap parliamentary election in February 2024, reports the Yomiuri newspaper. If this move goes ahead, it marks an…
Dr Haresh Singaraju Clarifies Political Affiliation Amid NMP Appointment
Dr Haresh Singaraju, a nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) set to take office, has found himself amid a media storm over his political affiliations. A photograph of the family physician…
Pritam Singh Faces Disciplinary Panel as Workers’ Party Responds to Court Conviction
The Workers’ Party (WP) is taking critical steps in response to the recent court conviction of party chief Pritam Singh for lying to a parliamentary committee. Following a High Court…
Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh as Election Approaches
Tarique Rahman, the political heavyweight and acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in self-imposed exile. His much-anticipated homecoming on 25 December…
Thailand to Hold Snap Elections Amid Political Turmoil
In a surprise move, Thailand is gearing up for parliamentary elections on 8 February 2024. This announcement comes shortly after Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved parliament, following his fallout with…
Political Turmoil in South Korea: Yoon Suk-yeol Indicted Amid Alleged Martial Law Conspiracy
In a shocking development in South Korean politics, former President Yoon Suk-yeol has been indicted alongside several key cabinet members for allegedly conspiring to create a pretext for declaring martial…
Maria Corina Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize: A Daughter’s Acceptance Amidst Strife
Although Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado remains in hiding, her recent Nobel Peace Prize recognition has stirred both hope and concern among her supporters. On 10 December 2024, Machado’s…
Pritam Singh Awaits High Court Verdict on Appeal Against Conviction
On Thursday, 4 December 2024, Pritam Singh, the Leader of the Opposition and Chief of the Workers’ Party (WP), heads back to the Supreme Court to hear the outcome of…
Death of Hezbollah’s Military Chief Haytham Ali Tabatabai: Impact on Regional Tensions
In a shocking turn of events, Israel has targeted Hezbollah’s top military chief, Haytham Ali Tabatabai, in an airstrike in Beirut on 23 November 2024, igniting concerns of escalating tensions…
Tensions Rise in Bangladesh Ahead of Verdict for Sheikh Hasina’s Alleged Crimes
Political instability continues to rise in Bangladesh, as tensions in Dhaka intensify ahead of a pivotal court verdict regarding the country’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The situation has escalated…
Donald Trump Threatens Major Lawsuit Against BBC Over Edited Speech Controversy
In a dramatic escalation of tensions between US President Donald Trump and the BBC, Trump has announced plans to sue the British broadcaster for between US$1 billion and US$5 billion.…
Sergei Lavrov Discusses Nuclear Tests Amid Rising US-Russia Tensions
In a recent statement, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov addressed the growing tensions between Russia and the United States, particularly concerning accusations of underground nuclear testing. Lavrov’s comments come in…
Nicolas Sarkozy’s Release Pending Libyan Funding Appeal
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been released from prison after a brief incarceration, during which he described his experience as a ‘nightmare’. This decision comes as he awaits the…
Zohran Mamdani’s Landmark Victory: A New Hope for New York City
In a monumental shift for New York City, Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, clinched the mayoral election with promises centered around progressive policies aimed at combating inequality and wealth…
Zohran Mamdani’s Victory: New York’s Youngest Mayor Takes Charge Amid Trump Threats
In a surprising twist, Zohran Mamdani—a self-proclaimed democratic socialist and former foreclosure prevention counsellor—has emerged as the new Mayor of New York City. At just 34 years old, he promises…
Syria’s President Sharaa to Make Historic Visit to Washington
In a significant turn of events for Middle Eastern diplomacy, Syrian President Ahmed Sharaa is set to make the first visit by a Syrian head of state to Washington in…
John Bolton Indicted: A Major Political Shakeup in the US
In a dramatic development in US politics, John Bolton, the former national security adviser to President Donald Trump, has been indicted on charges related to the mishandling of classified information.…
Singapore Responds to PAS: Claims of Foreign Interference in Elections
In an ongoing war of words, Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has strongly condemned Malaysia’s Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) for what they deem an attempt to meddle in Singapore’s…
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto Champions Peace Efforts in Gaza Summit
President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia has returned from the Gaza Peace Summit in Egypt, expressing optimism about recent developments towards securing peace in the longstanding conflict. His participation not only…
Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan: Urgent Response Required, Says Pope Leo
In a dramatic turn of events, US President Donald Trump announced that Hamas has only three to four days left to respond to his contentious Gaza peace plan. As Trump…
Tragedy Strikes Tamil Nadu: 39 Dead at Vijay’s Rally
In a shocking turn of events, a stampede at a political rally held by Tamil actor Vijay in Tamil Nadu resulted in the deaths of 39 individuals, including children, and…
Jimmy Kimmel Show Pulled Amid Political Controversy and Free Speech Debate
The dynamic landscape of late-night television just faced a significant shake-up as ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live has been pulled from the air following controversial remarks made by Kimmel about the…
Timor-Leste’s Parliament Withdraws Controversial SUV Purchase Amid Protests
In a dramatic turn of events, Timor-Leste’s parliament has scrapped a plan to spend US$4.2 million on SUVs for lawmakers after widespread protests erupted across the nation. The decision came…
PAS Targets 80 Seats in Upcoming Elections Amid Rising Political Tension
In the heart of Alor Setar, the Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) has reignited its electoral ambitions as it gears up for the upcoming legislative elections. With a bold target of…
Sushila Karki Named Interim Prime Minister Amid Nepal’s Turmoil
In a historic move, former chief justice Sushila Karki has been appointed as the interim prime minister of Nepal following intense protests that led to the resignation of K.P. Sharma…
Trump’s Recent Comments on India and Giuliani’s Honour Confound US Politics
In a whirlwind of diplomatic and personal revelations, US President Donald Trump made headlines with comments about India’s tariff reductions and the awarding of the Presidential Medal of Freedom to…
Tragedy in Ukraine: Former Parliamentary Speaker Andriy Parubiy Shot Dead in Lviv
In a shocking event that reverberated through Ukraine, former parliamentary speaker Andriy Parubiy was shot dead in Lviv on 30 August 2024. This tragic incident has raised significant concerns about…