insert_link World European leaders to visit U.S. for Ukraine talks EU leaders (Photo: Reuters) U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that “certain” European leaders will visit Washington this week for discussions on the ongoing war in Ukraine. The announcement follows a weekend of heavy Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, which left dozens dead and caused widespread damage to civilian infrastructure. Speaking to reporters, Trump did not name the European leaders expected to attend, but said the talks will focus on […] today8 September, 2025
insert_link World Hamas accepts temporary ceasefire proposal Gaza City (Photo: Human Rights Watch) Hamas has agreed to a new proposal for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, drafted by international mediators aiming to reduce violence and civilian casualties in the conflict-stricken region. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stressed that Israel will only consider a comprehensive agreement, signaling that any short-term ceasefire may not lead to a lasting resolution. Analysts warn that tensions remain high as both […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link World Myanmar schedules nationwide elections Myanmar elections (Photo: Sai Aung Main/AFP via Getty Images) Myanmar will hold nationwide elections in December, raising concerns among critics about the credibility of the poll. Observers warn that the military-planned election in a country still embroiled in civil conflict is unlikely to be free or fair. The absence of a free media and the arrest of most leaders from Aung San Suu Kyi’s dissolved National League for Democracy (NLD) […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link World Israeli military approves plans to seize Gaza City Photo: Ohad Zwigenberg/Associated Press via New York Times The Israeli military has approved plans for the seizure of Gaza City, intensifying preparations for a potential offensive despite growing public opposition. The move signals Israel’s intent to escalate its operations, even as international and domestic voices urge restraint over concerns of a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Observers warn that a full military takeover of the city could have far-reaching consequences […] today18 August, 2025
insert_link World NGOs accuse Israel of blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza Aid trucks have been allowed to enter Rafah from Egypt after a months-long blockade. (Photo: Ahmed Sayed/Anadolu/picture alliance) More than 100 international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have issued a joint statement accusing Israel of obstructing humanitarian aid to Gaza through what they describe as a restrictive registration process for aid agencies. The groups argue that these measures are severely limiting the delivery of food, medicine, and other essential supplies to civilians […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link Environment Greece struggles with multiple wildfires caused by heatwave GreeWildfires in Albania forced people to evacuate their homes on Monday (Photo: BBC) Firefighters across Greece are battling multiple wildfires as the country endures a severe heatwave, with over 152 new fires reported in just the past three hours. Thousands of residents have been evacuated from high-risk areas, as temperatures soar above 40°C. According to Sky News, nearly 4,850 firefighters, supported by helicopters and ground crews, are actively engaged in […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link World National Guard deployed in Washington DC A Humvee vehicle leaves the Anacostia Park Police Field Office in Washington, DC, on Tuesday. (Photo: Annabelle Gordon/Reuters via The Guardian) National Guard troops have been deployed in Washington, DC, as part of former President Donald Trump’s initiative to address what he has described as “out of control” crime in the U.S. capital. The move comes despite recent Department of Justice data showing a 30-year decline in violent crime across the […] today14 August, 2025
insert_link World White House calls Trump-Putin summit a “listening session” White House Press Secretary - Karoline Leavitt The White House has characterised President Donald Trump’s upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska as less a negotiation and more a “listening session,” to gauge possibilities rather than sealing deals. The Russian government has reportedly floated a ceasefire proposal for Ukraine, contingent on Kyiv withdrawing from parts of the Donbas region. The New York Post, however, reports that Ukrainian President […] today13 August, 2025
insert_link World European leaders insist Kyiv must be included in Ukraine war negotiations Macron, Zelensky, and Starmer (Photo: EPA) European leaders have emphasized that Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, must be an active participant in any negotiations regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. This call for inclusive dialogue comes just days before U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, raising international attention on the upcoming summit’s approach to resolving the conflict. The insistence on Kyiv’s involvement reflects concerns about […] today12 August, 2025
