Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,339
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,339 Here are the key events from day 1,339 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. A ground crew marshaller guides a Russian Tu-95MS nuclear-capable…
Thailand’s former queen Sirikit dies aged 93
The mother of King Vajiralongkorn passed away “peacefully” on Friday night, according to the Thai Royal Household.
Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit dead at 93: Royal Palace
Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit dead at 93: Royal Palace Former Queen Sirikit, mother of Thailand’s current King Maha Vajiralongkorn, passed away on Friday night, the palace said. By News Agencies…
Trump administration investigating China’s compliance with 2020 trade deal
Trump administration investigating China’s compliance with 2020 trade deal The probe comes as the US government seeks additional leverage against Beijing amid escalating trade tensions. US President Donald Trump meets…
US sends world’s largest warship towards Caribbean as it ramps up military presence
US deploys world’s largest warship in escalation of drug trafficking campaign 38 minutes agoKayla Epstein and Josh Cheetham,BBC Verify Getty ImagesThe USS Gerald R Ford aircraft carrier, the world’s largest,…
Nearly two-thirds of South Sudanese children in child labour: Report
Nearly two-thirds of South Sudanese children in child labour: Report Study finds that rates soar to 90 percent in some regions as humanitarian crises compound childhood exploitation. Climate change, the…
Lithuania shuts airports, Belarus border crossings after balloon sightings
Lithuania shuts airports, Belarus border crossings after balloon sightings Move to close Vilnius, Kaunas airports and border comes after helium balloons drifted into the country’s territory. German Patriot air defence…
Four African countries taken off global money-laundering ‘grey list’
Four African countries taken off global money-laundering ‘grey list’ South Africa, Nigeria, Mozambique, Burkina Faso removed from Financial Action Task Force’s financial crimes list. An employee counts notes at a…
US deploys aircraft carrier amid hardening stance towards Venezuela
US deploys aircraft carrier amid hardening stance towards Venezuela The Trump administration has carried out a serious of provocative moves that point towards possible military action. The USS Gerald R.…
US sanctions Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro, escalating Trump feud
US sanctions Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro, escalating Trump feud The sanctions come as Petro and Trump clash over immigration, drug policy and US strikes on boats in international waters. Colombian…