Politics News

Who is Goekay Akbulut? Turkey Detains German Lawmaker of Kurdish Heritage in Antalya Airport

Akbulut has criticized the Turkish government for waging a brutal war against the Kurdish population inside and outside its borders.

Aug 14, 2023

By Reuters

Terror Attack Targets Chinese Delegates Near Strategic Gwadar Port in Pakistan

Pakistan is a strategic ally of China and the two countries have boosted cooperation in recent times, with Beijing launching key infrastructure projects in the country besides giving military and financial assistance.

Aug 13, 2023

By Jacob J

China Bristles as Taiwan's Vice-President William Lai Arrives in US

Taiwan Vice-President William Lai arrived in New York on Sunday on a scheduled flight from Taipei, as part of his trip to Paraguay.

Aug 13, 2023

By Jacob J

Kim Jong Un Inspects North Korean Weapons Factories, Orders Production Boost

North Korea has tested rocket launchers for larger calibre shells, advanced cruise missiles and, last month, its newest ballistic missiles including solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile.

Aug 6, 2023

By Reuters

Indictment Fuels Trump's Race to Win GoP Nomination, Say Experts

Trump has a seemingly unassailable lead over his nearest rival Ron DeSantis, whom he leads by more than 30 percentage points.

Aug 2, 2023

By Jacob J

Hunter's Former Associate Devon Archer Lobs Bombshell Allegation Against Joe Biden in US Congress

Giving a deposition before the Oversight Committee of the US Congress on Monday, Archer said Hunter introduced Joe Biden as "my guy" and connected his dad to foreign associates at least two dozen times.

Aug 1, 2023

By Jacob J

Myanmar's State Councellor Daw Aung San Suu Kyi

Myanmar Junta Offers Partial Pardon to Aung San Suu Kyi, But She Will Remain Under House Arrest

The pardons mean six years will be shaved off Suu Kyi's 33-year jail term.

Aug 1, 2023

By Reuters

China Likely Supplying 'Dual-Use' Tech To Russian Military: US Intelligence

China has repeatedly denied sending military equipment to Russia since Moscow's all-out invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Jul 28, 2023

By Reuters

Spain Heads Into Political Uncertainty as PM Sanchez Thwarts Conservative Charge

The Socialists were more upbeat after the results came in, as the polls had more or less predicted an outright win for the PP-Vox alliance.

Jul 24, 2023

By Jacob J

The Right-Wing on Cusp of Victory in Spain General Election; Key Facts

The latest opinion polls show that the right-wing Popular Party (PP) is set to unseat Prime Minister Sanchez's Socialists as the largest party in Spain's 350-member lower house of the parliament.

Jul 22, 2023

By Jacob J

Russia Halts Black Sea Grain Deal After Drone Attack on Bridge to Crimea

The blast on the road bridge to Crimea could have a direct impact on Moscow's ability to supply its troops in southern Ukraine.

Jul 17, 2023

By Reuters

Sweden to Become Nato Member as Turkey's Erdogan Drops Objection

Under Nato laws, all members of the bloc must ratify a new member's application, but Turkey had said it would object Sweden's accession over its support to the Kurdish movement.

Jul 11, 2023

By Jacob J

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Donald Trump Says He Will Bring Back Travel Ban on Mainly Muslim Countries, Invokes France Riots

In June 2018, the US Supreme Court upheld the travel ban on Iraq, Syria, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen in a 5-4 ruling.

Jul 8, 2023

By Jacob J

US Navy Thwarts Iranian Attempt to Seize Two Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz - Report

The Iranian forces tried to board and seize an oil tanker and seize it in the strategic Strait of Hormuz but the US Navy moved the destroyer USS McFaul to the area.

Jul 6, 2023

By Jacob J

Win for Republicans as US Judge Restricts Biden Officials from Contact with Social Media Firms

A White House official said the Justice Department was reviewing the order and will evaluate its options.

Jul 5, 2023

By Reuters

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