Category: World
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 It’s important to note that my information might be outdated.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...

World 22.02.24 | 18:18

The Kremlin responds to Biden’s characterization of Putin as a ‘crazy SOB,’ condemning the comment as ‘boorish’

The Kremlin has accused US President Joe Biden of adopting a “Hollywood cowboy” demeanor after he referred to Russian President Vladimir Putin as a “crazy SOB” during a campaign event. Biden made the comment during a speech in San Francisco focused on climate change as a global...

World 21.02.24 | 10:52

Evzoni border as the blockade by Greek farmers has been successfully lifted

Normalcy has been restored to the operations at the Evzoni border as the blockade by Greek farmers has been successfully lifted. Entry into Greece through the Bogorodica-Evzoni border crossing, previously obstructed by the farmers on Tuesday, has now resumed, according to Slavcho Bogev, the chief of...

World 21.02.24 | 10:48

Greek farmers block Evzoni border crossing

As of 6 pm on Tuesday, Greek farmers engaged in protests have obstructed the Evzoni border crossing, hindering entry into Greece. Vehicles, both passenger and cargo, are permitted to pass through the border every half hour, but only for a duration of ten minutes. Slavcho Bogev, the head of the Regional...

World 20.02.24 | 20:37

Prince William calls for a “as soon as possible” end to the fighting in Gaza

Prince William has urged for an immediate end to the Israel-Hamas war and called for increased humanitarian support for Gaza. Expressing deep concern about the human cost since the Hamas attack, he stressed the desperate need for more aid to reach Gaza and emphasized the importance of securing the release...

World 18.02.24 | 18:39

After the Munich Security Conference, the Gaza War is discussed

On the final day of the 60th Munich Security Conference on Sunday, the spotlight shifts to the war in the Gaza Strip. Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh is set to participate in a morning panel discussion on the future of Israeli-Palestinian relations, alongside former Israeli Foreign Minister...

World 17.02.24 | 19:21

From Munich, Zelensky declared: “Ask Putin, not Ukraine, when the war will end”

With the backing of Kiev’s allies, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared today that “2024 it must be a moment for its complete restoration.” He claimed that this destruction of the rules-based international order had been halted by Kiev’s resistance to Russian aggression....

World 16.02.24 | 11:26

Zelensky will meet Scholz in Berlin and proceed to Paris from there

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Friday during his second official visit to Germany since the commencement of the full-scale Russian invasion. Anticipated during the meeting is the signing of a long-term security agreement between Scholz and Zelensky....

World 15.02.24 | 18:46

Ukraine is already being impacted by US aid delays, a senior NATO official warns

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg cautioned on Thursday in Brussels that the delay in Washington’s approval of military aid for Ukraine is already having a noticeable impact. With reports of ammunition shortages in Ukraine, Stoltenberg urged the US Congress to pass the multibillion-dollar...

World 14.02.24 | 21:21

An adviser to Trump suggests implementing a new tier system for NATO members falling short on their defense spending commitments

Donald Trump’s senior national security adviser, Keith Kellogg, informed Reuters that he would advocate for NATO changes if Trump were to return to power. Kellogg suggested that member states failing to meet the agreed-upon 2% GDP defense spending target might lose Article 5 protections under the...

World 13.02.24 | 13:56

Trump is seeking Supreme Court intervention after losing the appeal for blanket immunity in the January 6 case

Former US president Donald Trump on Monday appealed his claim of blanket immunity to the US Supreme Court in his January 6 election interference case — or the case would return to Judge Tanya Chutkan for trial. There was no immediate response from the nation’s highest court. A three-judge appeals...

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