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Trump questions mutual defence as NATO gets set to boost defence spending
The US president casts doubt on Washington's commitment to NATO's Article 5 clause ahead of two-day summit in The Hague.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:
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How much have US wars in the Middle East and Afghanistan cost?
More than 20 years of US wars have directly killed an estimated 940,000 people and cost the US $5.8 trillion.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Sitting Out the NATO Summit May Be Lee Jae-myungβs Best Move
In an era of volatile allies and summit performance art, strategic patience might just be South Koreaβs best weapon.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Travel warning: Thailand bans tourists from crossing land borders into Cambodia
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said that Thailand will boost screening at land borders and block departing tourists.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 18 as Zelenskyy meets Western leaders
Russian drones, missiles and artillery killed at least 18 civilians and injured more than 100 others in Ukraine, officials said Tuesday, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought guarantees of further Western military aid for his country's efforts to repel Russia's invasion.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:50 Years Later: How Indira Gandhiβs Emergency Compares With Narendra Modiβs Authoritarian Rule
Debates around similarities and differences between Gandhiβs formal authoritarian rule in 1975-77 and the subtler, informal practices of the Modi era reflect concerns about India's democracy.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:James Bond in danger: Why is 007 under threat from a property tycoon?
His name is Bond. James Bond. But for how much longer?
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Hungarian opposition leader PΓ©ter Magyar quizzed by European Parliament
Hungarian authorities sent three different requests to the Parliament seeking to waive the immunity of the opposition leader. Magyar claims this is a part of a political campaign against him.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:France, Germany, Luxembourg: Where do people experience the worst noise pollution in Europe?
Only three countries are estimated to have less than 10 per cent of their populations exposed to harmful noise levels.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Colombian Authorities Rescue 57 Soldiers Held by FARC Dissidents in Cauca Region
Since 2024, the Colombian Army has attempted to retake control of El Plateado, the main stronghold of the Carlos PatiΓ±o group. On Monday, Colombian authorities rescued military personnel who had been held by communities allegedly coerced by a FARC dissident group in the Micay Canyon region of Cauca department. RELATED: Colombia Joins BRICSβ New Development [β¦]
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:AIIB elects former anti-corruption official as new president
Zou Jiayi has been elected as the next president of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) by the groupβs board of governors.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Merz emphasises Germany's support for Israel and calls for ceasefire in Gaza
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed the country's support for Israel amid its conflict with Iran and called for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Greece: Thousands protest over US strikes on Iran nuclear sites
Thousands marched in Athens against US military action in Iran
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Russia tightens Libya hold, sparking migration fears ahead of EU summit
Russia's deployment of military equipment from Syria into and around Libya's Benghazi coincides with a 173-percent increase of arrivals to Greece from eastern Libya, EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen noted in her letter to leaders ahead of Thursday's summit.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Greek firefighters battle wildfire on Chios for third day as authorities probe arson
Emergency services have issued evacuation orders for villages and settlements in the area since Sunday, when fires broke out near the islandβs main town.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Sudan: Khartoum Health Ministry Discusses Support for Health System With WHO Delegation
[SNA] The Khartoum State's Ministry of Health has held a coordination meeting with a World Health Organization delegation on Monday, attended by the Ministry's Director General, Dr. Fath Al-Rahman Mohamed Al-Amin, and a number of ministry Directorate directors.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Sudan: Health Ministry Undersecretary Affirms Mycetoma Center, the First of Its Kind in the World, Return
[SNA] Khartoum, June 24, 2026 (SUNA) - The Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health has toured a number of health facilities in Khartoum State on Tuesday.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Sudan: Health Ministry Undersecretary, Khartoum State Wali Discuss Vision for Rehabilitating and Operating Specialized Medical Facilities in the Capital
[SNA] Khartoum, June 24, 2026 (SUNA) - As part of the ongoing efforts to revitalize health facilities shut down due to the war, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim, met Monday evening with the Wali (governor) of Khartoum State, Ahmed Osman Hamza, at the latter's office in Omdurman.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:After US bombs Iran, North Korea watches closely
Pyongyang has shared weapons technology and underground construction know-how with Tehran. Now it will want to know how it can best protect itself should the US turn its military attention to North Korea.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Brad Pitt premieres new F1 film in London with surprise appearance from Tom Cruise
The European premiere of F1: The Movie brought Hollywood glamour to London as Brad Pitt and a star-studded cast celebrated the launch of the high-octane racing drama.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Emilio De Capitani β The lone legal battler fighting βconfidentiality by defaultβ
The 78-year old Italian Emilio De Capitani is a gamekeeper turned poacher β going from working for the European Parliament, to using every legal trick in the book to try to force open the βblack boxβ of EU decision making.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Russian Lower House Allows Non-Citizens to Enlist in the Army
The bill aims to expand the pool of individuals eligible for military contract service. On Tuesday, the State Duma, or lower house of parliament, approved a bill allowing non-citizens to serve under contract in the ranks of the Russian Armed Forces. RELATED: Russia to Reinforce Its βNuclear Triadβ in Response to NATO Arms Race The [β¦]
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Empire, knowledge and erasure: Bombing Iran is bombing memory
Attacking Iran is framed by colonial narratives that erase its rich intellectual history, justifying violence through a βconquest foretoldβ
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: US CDC Calls for Improved Immunisation to Curb Measles Spread in Nigeria
[Premium Times] He revealed that in 2024, Nigeria reported over 20,000 suspected measles cases, with approximately 10,000 confirmed--mostly among unvaccinated and under-vaccinated children
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Was it all 'just a big show?' Anxiety, frustration and hope for Middle East residents as Trump brokers fragile ceasefire
Many across the region describe the attacks of Monday night as a choreographed show β but anxiety remains.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Uzbekistan builds pharma ambitions with β¬1.2bn investment in regional production and export hub
Uzbekistan is rapidly scaling up its pharmaceutical sector with the launch of Tashkent Pharma Park β a 1.2 billion project uniting research, logistics, manufacturing and training.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Balancing profit and preservation: Mauritania pushes for sustainable fishing with EU support
In Mauritania and across North-West Africa, fish is essential. It provides food and jobs for countless people. But this natural resource is under threat. What must be done to protect it, and how can Europe play a part?
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:South Africa: New Scholarship Brings Hope to Struggling Soweto Schools
[Scrolla] The Happy Khumalo Scholarship Fund was launched at HoΓ«rnle Primary in Soweto to honour the 1976 youth and support neglected schools. The Nyatee Foundation aims to raise R250-million in three years to help more than 300 schools with books, uniforms, tech and repairs.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:The Attack on Iranβs Nuclear Program Should Be a Warning to South Korea
The Israeli and U.S. attacks on Iran show exactly why a South Korean nuclear program would be a dangerous pursuit.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:The EU-Mauritania fisheries deal explained
Sustainable fisheries, jobs, and food security: the EU-Mauritania partnership aims to ensure responsible fishing while supporting local communities.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Why a Reset in Canada-India Ties Remains Elusive
The future of the relationship will depend on whether they can discuss security concerns without overwhelming the bilateral relationship.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:German business sentiment rises: Ifo sees sixth consecutive lift
Firms in Germany are more confident about the business environment, partly thanks to the state's promised spending boost.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Africa: Expanding Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services in Ethiopia
[WHO-AFRO] Addis Ababa -- To address gaps in sexual and reproductive healthcare access, widened by the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing humanitarian crises, Ethiopia is reinforcing its health system, making these vital services more accessible for women and adolescents in remote and crisis-affected areas.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:Trump Urges Israel Not to Violate the Ceasefire
He expressed disappointment with Israel for continuing to bomb Iran after the cease-fire agreement reached on Monday night. On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump urged Israel not to drop bombs on Iran, warning that doing so would be a serious violation of the cease-fire. RELATED: Iran Denies Violating Ceasefire With Israel βIsrael. Do not launch [β¦]
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source:EU racism is fuelling injustice, from Brussels to Gaza and TehranΒ
The colonial lens shapes how Europe responds to the Palestinian struggle.By framing Gaza solely as a humanitarian crisis, rather than recognising it as the outcome of decades of Israeli occupation and apartheid, EU leaders have sought to sanitise and depoliticise Palestinian suffering, writes Shada Islam.
Published on: June 24, 2025 | Source: