Greece Expands Fleet with Fourth French-Built Belharra Frigate
Greece's security council, KYSEA, approved the purchase of a fourth Belharra frigate from France to modernize its armed forces and counter Turkey.
The approval follows...
Pope Condemns ‘Unacceptable’ Suffering of Palestinians in Gaza, Calls for Truce
Pope Leo on Wednesday condemned the "unacceptable" conditions for Palestinians in Gaza and expressed solidarity with civilians.
He called for a ceasefire in the ongoing...
Pomp and Protests Greet Trump on State Visit to the United Kingdom
King Charles and other British royals welcomed Donald Trump as he began his historic second state visit to Britain, marked by impressive ceremonies, tight...
UK Rolls Out Royal Welcome for Trump Amid Diplomatic Push
BackgroundU.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Britain for his second state visit, an unprecedented invitation that comes at a delicate political moment. Britain,...
University of California Challenges Trump’s “Gravest Threat” to Academic Freedom
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The University of California system is facing a legal and financial showdown with the Trump administration, as faculty, students, and labor unions sue...
Japan Yields to US Pressure, Rejects Palestinian Statehood
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Japan will not recognize a Palestinian state in the near term, opting to prioritize its diplomatic alignment with the United States and avoid...
Japan’s Next PM Race Begins as Koizumi, Hayashi Emerge as Frontrunners
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Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has launched its leadership race, with Farm Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi announcing...
Taiwan Launches Civil Defence Guide, Says It’s Not to Alarm Public
Taiwan's defence ministry introduced its updated civil defence handbook, aiming to prepare citizens for potential crises, like a possible attack from China, which claims...
China Fires on Philippine Ships with Water Cannon in South China Sea
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China’s Coast Guard fired water cannon at Philippine ships near the disputed Scarborough Shoal on Tuesday, accusing Manila of “illegal intrusion” and ramming...
Starmer Banks on Trump’s Royal Welcome for Political Shield
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is preparing for the royal welcome of U. S. President Donald Trump during his state visit to Britain this week....