G7 Agrees to Use Frozen Russian Assets to Raise $50 Billion for Ukraine
The G7 has committed to utilizing frozen Russian assets to generate $50 billion (£39 billion) in support for Ukraine’s fight against Russian forces. US President Joe Biden emphasized this move as a clear signal to Russia that “we’re not backing down,” despite Moscow’s threats of “extremely painful” retaliatory measures. During the G7 summit in Italy, […]
G7 Summit in Italy Confronts Leaders’ Political Vulnerabilities
When the Group of Seven convenes for its annual gathering on Italy’s Adriatic coast this Thursday, the summit will present an image of leaders grappling with domestic political challenges rather than basking in their political strength. Set against the backdrop of olive trees and luxurious resorts in Puglia, the summit brings together leaders weakened by […]
Biden Vows to Respect Jury’s Guilty Verdict in Hunter Biden’s Gun Trial
US President Joe Biden has pledged to respect the jury’s decision to convict his son, Hunter Biden, of gun crimes after a week-long trial that revealed a tumultuous period for the family. The 12-person jury found Hunter Biden, 54, guilty of lying about his drug use on a form while purchasing a handgun in 2018. […]
Plane Carrying Malawi Vice President Saulos Chilima Missing, Search Efforts Underway in Chikangawa Forest
A plane carrying Malawi’s vice-president, Saulos Chilima, may have crashed in a forest in the north of the country, according to a senior military official. The aircraft, which was carrying Chilima and nine others, disappeared from airport radars on Monday morning while flying in bad weather. The military plane was en route within the country […]
Israel: War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz Resigns from Emergency Government
Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz has resigned from the emergency government, signaling growing rifts over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s post-conflict strategy for Gaza. During a news conference in Tel Aviv on Sunday, Mr. Gantz announced his resignation with a “heavy heart.” “Unfortunately, Mr. Netanyahu is preventing us from achieving true victory, which justifies the […]
Court Testimony: Hunter Biden Reportedly Used Crack “Every 20 Minutes or So”
Hunter Biden’s ex-girlfriend testified before a jury that he was abusing crack cocaine “every 20 minutes or so” when they first met. The son of the US president is on trial in Wilmington, Delaware, facing charges related to his possession of a firearm while allegedly using narcotics. Zoe Kestan, who met Biden, 54, during a […]
President Biden Issues Executive Order to Curb Record Migrant Arrivals at US-Mexico Border
President Joe Biden has issued a comprehensive executive order aimed at addressing the surge in migrant arrivals at the US-Mexico border, a politically sensitive issue in an election year. The order, which took effect at midnight, allows officials to swiftly remove migrants entering the US illegally without processing their asylum requests once a daily threshold […]
Biden Navigates Challenging Terrain as Son’s Gun Trial Commences
As jury selection began on Monday for Hunter Biden’s gun possession trial, President Joe Biden issued a statement reflecting the delicate balance he must maintain during his re-election campaign. “I am the president, but I am also a dad,” Joe Biden said. His statement expressed support for his son, who faces up to 25 years […]
South African President Confronts Disappointing Election Outcome
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has acknowledged the significant setback faced by his African National Congress (ANC) party in the recent election, marking the first time since the end of apartheid 30 years ago that the party has lost its majority. The ANC, formerly led by Nelson Mandela, secured only 159 seats in the 400-seat […]
ANC on Verge of Losing Parliamentary Majority After Historic Election
South Africa’s ruling African National Congress (ANC) is on the brink of losing its parliamentary majority for the first time, following an election that has seen a dramatic decline in support for the party that led the country out of apartheid under Nelson Mandela. Election officials have indicated that final results from Wednesday’s election will […]
