A majority of European countries now officially recognise the State of Palestine, following declarations in New York on Monday by France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta and others, after nearly two years of war in Gaza. This article provides an overview of diplomatic recognition of Palestine, which was unilaterally proclaimed by the Palestinian leadership in exile in […]

A UK judge is set to sentence an Ethiopian asylum seeker on Tuesday following his conviction for sexually assaulting a teenage girl and an adult woman, in a case that has sparked weeks of anti-migrant protests. Conviction and Sentencing District Judge Christopher Williams warned Hadush Kebatu earlier this month that he faces imprisonment after being […]

The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Félix Tshisekedi, accused Rwanda on Monday of deliberately delaying the implementation of a peace deal signed between Kinshasa and Kigali in Washington in June. Allegations Against Rwanda Tshisekedi claimed that although Rwanda pretended to withdraw its troops, Rwandan forces remain present on Congolese soil and continue […]

The White House on Monday dismissed a request by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to engage in talks with former US President Donald Trump aimed at de-escalating tensions between the two longstanding adversaries. The rejection came amid a US naval build-up in the southern Caribbean, which two Venezuelan opposition leaders endorsed as vital for restoring democracy […]

Hong Kong authorities closed schools and cancelled flights on Tuesday as Super Typhoon Ragasa approached, threatening the financial hub with potentially devastating force. Officials warned that the storm could rank among the most destructive in the city’s recent history. The powerful typhoon posed a serious threat to lives and property, prompting mainland China to suspend […]

Donald Trump’s autism-related statements on Tuesday drew widespread attention and, for many, unsettling reminders of his controversial handling of public health during the Covid-19 pandemic. From unverified medical claims to his self-proclaimed expertise, the former U.S. president’s press conference echoed moments from his first term when he famously suggested injecting disinfectant to combat Covid.   […]

The leader of the Unification Church was arrested on Tuesday in South Korea over allegations of bribery involving a former first lady, including the delivery of luxury gifts, prosecutors confirmed. Arrest and Court Proceedings Han Hak-ja, 82, was remanded in custody at the Seoul Detention Center after the Seoul Central District Court issued an arrest […]

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, a vocal critic of Israel’s war in Gaza, on Monday called for the State of Palestine to be admitted as a full member of the United Nations following a French-led summit on recognition.   Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, Sánchez said: “This conference marks a milestone, but it’s […]

Costa Rica’s President Rodrigo Chaves survived a congressional vote on Monday that sought to strip him of his immunity, which would have allowed him to face trial for corruption charges. The motion received 34 votes in favour and 21 against, falling four votes short of the 38 required for approval in the country’s 57-seat unicameral […]

Disney announced on Monday that Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night talk show will return to air on Tuesday, after it was abruptly pulled last week following government pressure on broadcasters. ABC, owned by Disney, had suspended the show after conservative backlash over comments Kimmel made following the shooting of Christian activist Charlie Kirk. A company statement read: […]