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Japan 1 day ago

Japan calls axis of China, Russia, North Korea the 'gravest threat' to global order since WWII

Japan's defense ministry warns that China-Russia operations and North Korean threats pose the greatest challenge to global order since World War II, in its annual assessment.

Antisemitism Exposed 2 days ago

'Squad' members 'decide to lie and twist facts' about Israel's history, says prominent Arab activist

Israeli Arab activist Yoseph Haddad criticizes the "Squad" for undermining Arab-Jewish coexistence and explains how extremist ideologies spread through Middle East movements.

TAIWAN July 10

Taiwan conducts live-fire drills with US-made tanks as president looks on

Taiwan conducted live-fire exercises with U.S.-made tanks as President Lai Ching-te watched, amid tensions with China over the island's sovereignty.

France July 9

French right-wing National Rally party HQ raided by police in 'harassment operation'

National Rally president Jordan Bardella called the headquarters raid a "harassment operation" amid investigations into illegal campaign financing.

China July 5

Xi Jinping’s surprise no-show at BRICS Summit fuels speculation about China's global standing

Xi Jinping skips BRICS Summit for the first time amid speculation of political turbulence in China and divisions between member nations over trade and strategic interests

Iran June 27

Iran warns of 'real capabilities' if Trump doesn't drop 'disrespectful' tone toward supreme leader

Iran’s foreign minister warned President Donald Trump to stop “hurting" Khamenei and boasted Israel “ran to ‘Daddy’" before Iran could unleash its “real capabilities."

Donald Trump June 26

Pompeo says Iran strike shows US is 'back to leading the world'

Mike Pompeo tells Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ that strikes on Iranian nuclear sites increased U.S. deterrence while criticizing isolationists who abandon American leadership

World Politics June 25

Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez to run for re-election despite corruption investigations

Amid corruption probes and opposition demands for his resignation, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez declares intention to run for re-election in 2027.

NATO June 25

Trump to speak at NATO Summit amid warming relations with alliance's leaders

Trump attends NATO Summit where Rutte congratulates him for making Europe "pay in a big way" with a new 5% defense target and his "decisive action" on the Israel-Iran ceasefire.

Russia June 23

What to expect in the upcoming NATO summit: Trump, spending, Ukraine, Iran

NATO summit will focus on increased defense spending, Ukraine support and growing threats from Russia's alliances with China, North Korea and Iran as President Donald Trump returns to the global stage.

Donald Trump June 20

Trump and Rubio secure Rwanda-Congo peace treaty amid Pakistan's Nobel Prize nomination

President Trump announces treaty between Rwanda and Congo, as Pakistan nominates him for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize despite his claims he won't receive one for his diplomatic efforts.

Opinion June 20

The new map that could be guiding Trump's Middle East moves

Trump's Middle East moves may be part of a strategy to revive the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor, a major infrastructure project designed to bypass China

Japan June 11

Japan implements strict border control measures targeting foreign tourists who skip out on hospital payments

Japan announces new policy barring entry to foreigners with outstanding medical bills and requiring visitors staying over three months to join the national health care program.

Opinion June 9

5 terrifying flashpoints that could ignite global war

International order faces strain as five conflicts escalate: Ukraine's drone strikes, nuclear ambitions, failed US-Russia talks, threats on the US and Taiwan tensions.

World June 3

Dutch right-wing leader Wilders' party leaves government coalition over immigration

The party of populist Dutch political leader Geert Wilders abruptly left the country's governing coalition on Tuesday over a dispute about immigration, a move that brings down the government after less than a year in office.

World Politics June 2

Polish conservative Karol Nawrocki wins presidential election to succeed Duda

Trump-backed conservative candidate Karol Nawrocki narrowly won Poland's presidential runoff election over liberal Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski.

France May 29

Ooh la law: France snuffing out smoking in parks, beaches, more

France to ban smoking in parks, beaches and near schools starting July 1, with fines up to $153 for lighting up where children are present.

Iran May 28

Iran hangs a man convicted of spying for Israel

Iran's supreme court upholds Pedram Madani's death sentence for espionage as executions in the country reach alarming levels, state media reports.

World Politics May 27

Fit for a king? Ex-Prime Minister Trudeau wears sneakers to see King Charles' throne speech

Justin Trudeau wore bright Adidas suede sneakers to King Charles’ throne speech, sparking outrage and memes online as well as questions concerning diplomacy.

MAHA May 27

Kennedy and Milei double down on WHO exit after meeting in Buenos Aires: 'Free from totalitarian control'

RFK Jr. and Argentina’s President Milei met in Buenos Aires, pledging to exit the WHO and build a new health system based on science and national sovereignty.

Germany May 24

German defense minister says military draft could return if volunteer numbers fall short

Germany may reinstate compulsory military service if the volunteer system fails, says Defense Minister Pistorius, with a new military service bill potentially effective as early as 2026.

Donald Trump May 19

Trump says Russia, Ukraine to start ceasefire negotiations after Putin call

President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke for two hours in a call both called “useful," but offered no breakthrough in Russia–Ukraine peace negotiations.

South America May 14

Jose Mujica, Uruguay's former leader, rebel icon and cannabis reformer, dead at 89

Jose Mujica, the former president of Uruguay who enacted progressive reforms and was known to many around the country by his nickname "Pepe," has died at age 89.

Middle East May 14

Trump visits Qatar as country's jet offer puts spotlight on nation's growing influence in Washington

The U.S. has grown closer to Qatar in recent years, so much so that the tiny nation has been at the forefront of high-stakes peace negotiations between global powers.

United Nations May 14

UN revisits 'killer robot' regulations as concerns about AI-controlled weapons grow

The United Nations is once again calling for regulations on lethal autonomous weapons systems, citing potential human rights issues and fears over the ethics of warfare.

China May 6

China and Egypt wrap first joint military exercise as Beijing looks to cozy up to American allies

Egypt and China held their first joint military drills, testing Washington's ties with Cairo as Beijing expands its defense footprint in the Middle East.

Australia May 3

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wins a second 3-year term

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has won another three-year term, making him the first Australian PM to clinch a second consecutive term in 21 years.

World May 2

Intelligence agency classifies country's popular Alternative for Germany party as 'extremist'

Germany's domestic intelligence service has classified the popular Alternative for Germany party as "extremist," allowing for close surveillance of the group.

Washington DC May 2

US readies Russia sanctions over Ukraine, unclear if Trump will sign, sources say

To intensify pressure on Moscow to end its war on Ukraine, U.S. officials have finalized new economic sanctions against Russia including energy and banking measures.

India May 2

Pakistan warns of a 'nuclear flashpoint,' urges Trump to step in amid rising tensions with India over Kashmir

Pakistan warns of a looming Indian strike, slams “war hysteria" and urges the U.S. to step in as Kashmir tensions risk triggering a nuclear crisis in South Asia.