Category: World
World 18.03.24 | 23:38

MSNBC historian admits Trump ‘bloodbath’ comment was about auto industry, still compares him to Hitler

MSNBC historian Michael Beschloss admitted on Monday that former President Trump’s “bloodbath” comment during a recent campaign speech referenced the automobile industry, but still compared the 2024 candidate to the German dictator Adolf Hitler. During Monday’s installment of...

World 18.03.24 | 12:17

Putin has 88% of the vote in the preliminary results of the Russian election

Following a presidential election riddled with allegations of manipulation, Russia’s Election Commission has bestowed upon Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin an unprecedented outcome, just shy of 88% of the votes. Ella Pamfilova, Chair of the commission, disclosed this on Sunday evening after tallying...

World 15.03.24 | 13:01

Macron continues to say that sending Western troops to Ukraine is a possibility

French President Emmanuel Macron restated that he is open to the possibility of deploying Western ground troops to Ukraine in order to prevent a Russian victory. Macron made these remarks during interviews with television channels TF1 and France 2 on Thursday evening, asserting, “All of these options...

World 14.03.24 | 10:09

Slovakia saw a sizable anti-government demonstration because of its close ties to Russia

On Tuesday, thousands of people demonstrated against the Slovak government, which some claim has become too close to Russia, and in support of Ukraine in the streets of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Since assuming office in October of last year, Prime Minister Robert Fitz’s administration...

World 12.03.24 | 21:26

EU imposes new regulations on political advertising targeting and transparency

The Council of the EU has approved a new regulation focused on enhancing transparency and regulation in political advertising, with the primary aim of combating misinformation and external influence during elections. This regulation aims to empower citizens by ensuring they can easily identify political...

World 12.03.24 | 10:13

Trump will not give a penny to Ukraine – Hungary PM Orban

“He will not give a penny in the Ukraine-Russia war. That is why the war will end,” the conservative premier said after meeting Mr Trump in Florida. The former US president has pledged to end the war “within 24 hours” if elected – but provided no details. Mr Orban...

World 11.03.24 | 22:00

Sweden becomes a member of NATO with a flag-raising ceremony

NATO celebrated Sweden’s entry into the alliance with a flag-raising ceremony in Brussels on a cold and rainy morning. Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, alongside Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, emphasized that Sweden has now rightfully assumed its place at NATO’s table. This move...

World 11.03.24 | 20:39

The Pope’s comments on a ‘white flag’ approach to the Ukraine war cause displeasure in Kiev and among its allies

Leaders from Ukraine, Poland, and Latvia have strongly criticized Pope Francis’ recent remarks from the Vatican, suggesting that Ukraine should negotiate with Moscow after more than two years of war. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that the church should be actively engaged with...

World 08.03.24 | 23:36

Aid delivery to Gaza kills five after the parachute fails

The Health Ministry under Hamas control reported on Friday that a parachute malfunction during an airdrop of food aid in the Gaza Strip killed five people. The package hit the ground at nearly full speed and crushed them. The deaths were verified by the ministry to a DPA staff member present. Social...

World 07.03.24 | 22:46

NATO says Sweden has joined, the US says

The US government announced on Thursday that Sweden has become the 32nd member of the NATO military alliance. The US State Department officially announced that the “Protocol to the North Atlantic Treaty on the Accession of the Kingdom of Sweden” had come into effect on Thursday. With Sweden’s...

World 07.03.24 | 18:51

Rail and aviation workers’ strikes occurred simultaneously in Germany

Workers on strike caused disruptions at German train stations and airports on Thursday, creating chaos for millions of travelers. The German Train Drivers’ Union (GDL) initiated a 35-hour strike over pay, bringing large parts of the country’s rail network to a standstill. Simultaneously,...

World 07.03.24 | 17:02

European People’s Party to spearhead EU election campaign under Von der Leyen

The European People’s Party (EPP) has nominated Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as president of the European Commission, making her its lead candidate for the upcoming European Parliament elections in June. Von der Leyen, who thanked her party for their trust, is currently leading the EPP...

World 07.03.24 | 10:07

About $20 million has been spent by the US to maintain a superyacht that was seized from a Russian oligarch

The United States government is reportedly spending close to $1 million per month to maintain ownership of a luxurious superyacht confiscated from a sanctioned Russian oligarch, as part of a Justice Department initiative aimed at exerting pressure on the Kremlin, as per a report by “CNN.”...

Macedonia World 05.03.24 | 21:57

Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon kills three people, according to state media

On Tuesday, a residence in southern Lebanon became the target of an Israeli airstrike, resulting in the tragic death of at least three individuals, as reported by state-run media. The National News Agency (NNA) conveyed that the Israeli airstrike, directed at a two-storey house in the village of Houla,...

World 01.03.24 | 13:45

German government increases aid to Gaza by twenty million euros

As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, there isn’t information on a specific massacre conducted by Hamas or other militant groups in southern Israel on October 7. It’s important to note that my information might be outdated. Regarding the humanitarian aid and the situation in Gaza,...

World 29.02.24 | 11:24

Government of New Zealand lifts the ban on cigarettes for the next generation

New Zealand has reversed course on legislation intended to prohibit the sale of cigarettes to future generations, as announced by the government on Thursday. Under the leadership of Jacinda Ardern, the country had enacted a groundbreaking law in 2022, aiming to halt tobacco sales for individuals born...

World 28.02.24 | 18:48

Von der Leyen: The future of European security architecture must be worked on; there is no place for more delusions

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen urged Europe to take assertive action, defend its interests and values independently, and reduce strategic dependencies, particularly in critical sectors like energy, key technologies, economic capacities, and defense. Speaking at the European Parliament...

World 27.02.24 | 13:00

Macron is open to using ground forces to aid Ukraine in winning

French President Emmanuel Macron has not ruled out the deployment of French ground troops in Ukraine, expressing a commitment to prevent Russia from winning the war. The Ukraine aid conference in Paris, attended by top representatives, including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and British Foreign Secretary...

World 26.02.24 | 11:13

Sweden’s NATO bid is expected to be decided by Hungary’s parliament

On Monday, the Hungarian parliament is anticipated to officially endorse Sweden’s NATO accession. Lawmakers will cast their votes on Sweden’s NATO membership application during the initial plenary session following the parliament’s winter break, with the vote expected in the afternoon. Having...

World 24.02.24 | 00:27

United Nations experts advocate for an arms embargo targeting Israel

Independent UN experts are urging for an arms embargo against Israel, asserting that exporting nations risk violating international humanitarian law if the supplied weapons are used in the Gaza conflict. This call was made in Geneva on Friday. They emphasize that all states must ensure adherence to international...

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