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Can Iran avoid a political crisis after its president’s death?

By Ali Mamouri, Deakin University The death of President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash this week occurred during one of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s most challenging periods. Raisi, a prominent figure in the political elite, held substantial sway over Iran’s domestic policies. He was also central to Iran’s recent moves to improve relations with its rivals in the region. Given his sizeable influence, […]

21 May, 2024

World

‘No one can act with impunity’: ICC arrest warrants in Israel-Hamas war are a major test for international justice

By Amy Maguire, University of Newcastle The request by Karim Khan, chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), for arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders is a significant step in the effort to bring justice to the victims of international crimes in Israel and Palestine. Khan has asked ICC judges to issue warrants on charges of crimes against humanity and war crimes against […]

21 May, 2024

World

China sanctions 3 US defence firms on same day Taiwan president inaugurated

China's Ministry of Commerce announced sanctions against Boeing and two other US defense companies for arms sales to Taiwan on Monday, the day of Taiwan's presidential inauguration. The move is the latest in a series of sanctions Beijing has announced in recent years against defense companies for weapons sales to Taiwan, a self-ruled island that China considers as part of its own territory. Reporting for us is Laura Westbrook. ENG […]

21 May, 2024

World

The prosecution in Donald Trump’s hush money trial has rested with the defense now calling two witnesses

The prosecution in Donald Trump's hush money trial has rested with the defense now calling two witnesses. The prosecution's star witness, Trump's former lawyer, Michael Cohen has faced more fierce cross examination for the hush money payment he allegedly made for Trump to cover up an affair. On Monday Cohen admitted to stealing from the Trump Organization. Sally Patterson has more for us from outside the court in New York. […]

21 May, 2024

World

Korea and U. K kick off global AI summit as risks mount

South Korea and the United Kingdom are kicking off a global summit on Artificial Intelligence as governments struggle to keep up with the evolution of the technology. The two countries are co-hosting the talks which look to tackle a growing number of risks as AI rapidly advances. Chris Gilbert reports.

21 May, 2024

World

U.S criticises ICC arrest warrant application

The United States has condemned the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor for seeking arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders. President Joseph Biden says the application is "outrageous," and has promised to "stand with Israel." Reporting for us is Benji Hyer.

21 May, 2024

World

U.N humanitarians says they’ve run out of words to describe the situation in Gaza

The United Nations Security Council heard on Monday, how there are no longer any words to describe the situation in Gaza. United Nations humanitarians briefed the council at a special meeting on the situation in Rafah and say it's now beyond a catastrophe. Jody Jacobs reports from New York.

21 May, 2024

World

U.N officials express shock at the death of Iran’s President

Condolences have been pouring in at the United Nations following the death of Iran's president and Foreign Minister. UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres says he is saddened by the death of Ebrahim Raisi. Security Council members observed a moment of silence before the start of its work on Monday. Jody Jacobs has more.

21 May, 2024

Business / Economics

Namibia slips in mining investment appeal

The latest Fraser Institute Survey of Mining Companies has found that various African countries, including Namibia, have declined in their investment attractiveness for mining exploration. The libertarian-conservative Canadian public policy think tank and registered charity headquartered in Vancouver's, 2023 annual mining survey assesses the impact of mineral endowments and policy factors on attitudes toward exploration investment. According to the survey results, Namibia’s score decreased from 59.88 last year to 56.43 […]

20 May, 2024