insert_link World The U.S’ Rubio Says Iran is the Biggest Source of Middle East Instability US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, says Iran remains the single greatest source of instability in the Middle East. He visited Israel over the weekend. The visit comes as the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas remains fragile. He also plans to meet Russian officials in Saudi Arabia in the coming days to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. Rubio says Iran is behind every terrorist group and every act of […] today17 February, 2025
insert_link World US-Russia talks to end Ukraine war US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and senior Trump administration advisors are en route to Saudi Arabia to hold talks with Russian officials about ending the war in Ukraine. The White House's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and National Security Advisor Mike Waltz are also being sent on behalf of President Donald Trump. But Ukraine, which was invaded by Russia three years ago, won't have a seat at this negotiating […] today17 February, 2025
insert_link World US rejects making Ukraine concessions European powers have insisted that both they and Ukraine are part of any future peace negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow. This comes after Donald Trump held a phone call with Russia's President Vladimir Putin. Speaking at a NATO meeting in Brussels the U.S. Secretary of Defense insisted that the U.S. wants a diplomatic and peaceful end to the war. William Denselow reports from the Belgian capital where NATO is headquartered. […] today14 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Morning Biz News – 13 February 2025 Bank of Namibia Cuts Interest Rate Again The Bank of Namibia has reduced its key interest rate for the fourth consecutive monetary policy meeting, lowering the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.75%. The central bank cited stable inflation projections and the need to support economic growth as the primary reasons for the cut. This follows similar reductions in its last three policy decisions, signaling a continued effort […] today13 February, 2025
insert_link World Zelenskyy says 4,000 North Korean troops killed or wounded while fighting alongside Russia Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that some 4,000 North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded while fighting alongside Russian troops against Ukraine. He added that Russia turning to North Korea shows the weakness of president Vladimir Putin. Rebecca Bundhun reports. today10 January, 2025
insert_link World Trump team meet Ukrainian officials to discuss peace plan Members of President-elect Donald Trump's incoming team have held high level talks with Ukrainian officials to try and end the war with Russia. Trump has promised to end the conflict quickly. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today6 December, 2024
insert_link World Ukraine conflict in focus at G20 Ukraine is the focus of the final day of the G20 summit in Brazil. It comes amid reports Ukraine has used US-made long-range missiles to strike far into Russian territory. Kate Fisher reports from Rio de Janeiro where the summit is being held. today20 November, 2024
insert_link World Republicans Warn Biden on Risk of WW3 Over Ukraine’s Use of U.S Weapons Inside Russia Supporters of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump have reacted angrily to current leader Joseph Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to send missiles deep into Russia saying he's trying to cause WW3 -- just two months before Trump takes over the White House. Caroline Malone reports from Washington. today19 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Russia declares state of emergency Russia has declared a state of emergency in the border region of Kursk, after Ukrainian troops launched a surprise cross-border assault into the area. Regional authorities say heavy fighting is continuing and Russian President Vladimir Putin has called the attack a major provocation. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv. The BBC reports that some 3,000 people have had to evacuate the region, as ongoing military altercations have killed at least four […] today8 August, 2024
