Ukraine June 24, 2024 Ukraine edges closer to European Union membership after decade of war Ukraine is poised to take steps toward its European Union aspirations after a decade of war. The country sees membership as validation of its fight to embrace European values.
US June 24, 2024 US military seeks new alliances in West Africa after Niger ousting Niger's decision to expel U.S. military forces in favor of closer ties with Russia has prompted U.S. officials to explore alternative partnerships in West Africa.
Russia June 21, 2024 Russia 'open to dialogue' with US: Kremlin A Kremlin spokesman said Russia is open to talks with the U.S., but only if Ukraine is included in the discussion. The U.S. says war negotiations are Ukraine's domain.
Hong Kong June 21, 2024 Former Hong Kong residents embrace UK politics amid lingering Beijing fears Hong Kong residents who moved to Britain under a visa program following political crackdowns back home have voiced their experience participating in British democracy.
India June 21, 2024 Death toll linked to methanol-laced liquor illegally brewed in India rises to 47 In Tamil Nadu, an incident involving tainted liquor has resulted in 47 deaths and more than 100 people hospitalized due to symptoms like vomiting and stomach aches.
Israel June 21, 2024 Armenia joins Spain, Ireland and Norway in recognizing Palestinian statehood Armenia has officially recognized the state of Palestine, despite objections from Israel. Armenia supports a UN resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire.
China June 20, 2024 The Philippines' publicity approach to South China Sea clashes tests Beijing The Philippines has begun to deal with China through a publicity campaign exposing aggression at sea in order to build international support.
U.K. Politics June 19, 2024 UK parliamentary candidate runs as 'first AI lawmaker' with interactive AI avatar United Kingdom businessman and MP candidate Steve Endacott campaigned using an AI-generated avatar that engages with locals on policy ideas and asks them for their suggestions.
NATO June 18, 2024 NATO's $1.1B innovation fund invests in AI, robots and space tech The NATO Innovation Fund, backed by 24 of NATO's 32 member states, invested directly in four European tech companies it said would help address challenges in defense and security.
Vladimir Putin June 17, 2024 A timeline of Russia-North Korea relations ahead of Putin's meeting with Kim Jong Un After Putin's 2019 meeting with Kim Jong Un and Kim's subsequent support of Russia's Ukraine war, Russia and North Korea have grown closer, especially in military cooperation.
The European Union June 17, 2024 EU leaders convene in Brussels, will discuss placements for top jobs in bloc Following European Parliament elections that saw right-leaning parties win big, European Union leaders will convene to discuss policy goals and who to place in top EU jobs.