Pope Leo blasts ‘despot’ leaders for resource exploitation and empty promises
Pope Leo criticized the exploitation of Africa's natural resources during his speech in Angola, where he condemned "despots and tyrants" who promote wealth but...
‘Enough Is Enough’: Trump Says Israel Cannot Bomb Lebanon
President Donald Trump announced that the United States has prohibited Israel from bombing Lebanon any further, emphasizing that this decision is separate from any...
Iran: No Hormuz Passage Without IRGC OK, Unfreezing Funds Tied to Agreement
All ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, but coordination with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is required, according to a senior...
Starmer Faces Renewed Pressure Over Mandelson Vetting Scandal as Leadership Questions Mount
Keir Starmer is facing renewed calls for resignation after fresh revelations surrounding the appointment and vetting of former UK ambassador to the United States...
US Expands Hormuz Blockade, Raising Risk of Global Escalation
The United States has significantly widened its naval blockade targeting Iran, asserting the authority to intercept and seize vessels suspected of carrying goods to...
NATO Won’t Break, U.S. Will Defend Allies, Estonia Says Amid Rising Tensions
Amid ongoing uncertainty caused by the war in Ukraine and strained transatlantic relations, NATO faces renewed scrutiny over its unity and credibility. Hanno Pevkur...
War Anxiety Fuels Russia’s Return to Mysticism as Witchcraft Demand Surges
In a Russia shaped by prolonged conflict and economic strain, a surprising trend is gaining momentum: a growing turn toward mysticism, witchcraft, and supernatural...
France and Italy’s proposed antisemitism laws test the limits of free speech
French and Italian lawmakers are set to vote on new laws defining antisemitism due to a rise in anti-Jewish incidents, but critics argue these...
Report Claims Iran Used Chinese Satellite to Target US Bases During Recent Conflict
A report by the Financial Times alleges that Iran obtained access to a Chinese-built surveillance satellite in late 2024, significantly enhancing its military targeting...
US Allies Look to Japan as Tokyo Signals Historic Shift in Arms Exports
Japan is preparing to ease long-standing restrictions on arms exports, marking its biggest defence policy shift since World War II.
The move comes amid uncertainty...