Politics News

China Flies More Than 100 Military Planes Towards Taiwan in a New High of Activity

The planes were noticed between 6 a.m. on Sunday and 6 a.m. on Monday, the ministry said. As is customary, they turned back before reaching Taiwan.

Sep 18, 2023

By IANS

Poland, Hungary and Slovakia Defy EU, Introduce Their Own Ban on Ukraine Grain Imports

EU Trade Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said on Friday countries should refrain from unilateral measures against imports of Ukrainian grain.

Sep 16, 2023

By Reuters

Lauren Boebert, Her Date Seen Groping Each Other Before Being Kicked Out of 'Beetlejuice' Show in New Video Footage

Boebert was seen placing her hand on her date's crotch while he grabbed her breasts during the "Beetlejuice" musical in newly surfaced surveillance footage.

Sep 16, 2023

By Manthan C.

Biden Meets Li Qiang, Says China Economic 'Crisis' Makes Taiwan Invasion Less Likely

The two super powers have been trying to thaw frosty relations this year after a spat over a suspected Chinese spy balloon that flew over U.S. territory, while fears of an economic slowdown have gripped Beijing.

Sep 11, 2023

By Reuters

G20 Summit Statement Avoids Condemning Russia for Ukraine War, Calls for Peace

The declaration also called for the implementation of the Black Sea initiative for the safe flow of grain, food and fertiliser from Ukraine and Russia.

Sep 9, 2023

By Reuters

N.Korea leader Kim vows nuclear restraint

North Korea Unveils Its First Tactical Nuclear Attack Submarine

Analysts said the vessel appears to be a modified Soviet-era Romeo-class submarine, which North Korea acquired from China in the 1970s and began producing domestically.

Sep 8, 2023

By Reuters

Kim to Meet Putin as Russia Seeks Closer Military Ties With North Korea

The news of Kim's planned visit came after Russia said it was discussing holding joint military exercises with North Korea.

Sep 5, 2023

By Reuters

Zelensky Dismisses Ukraine's 'Fund Raiser' Defense Minister Amid Corruption Allegations

The decision comes amid a crackdown on corruption in Ukraine that Zelenskiy has been eager to emphasize.

Sep 4, 2023

By Reuters

After Cluster Bombs, US to Send Controversial Depleted-Uranium Weapons to Ukraine - Report

According to the International Coalition to Ban Uranium Weapons, the depleted uranium weapons pose serious health risks to the humans.

Sep 2, 2023

By Jacob J

British Defense Contractor BAE Systems to Set Up Production Unit in Ukraine

BAE said it would set up a unit to produce 105mm light artillery guns in Ukraine and would explore potential local partners.

Sep 1, 2023

By Jacob J

Who is Terry Gou? Foxconn Founder Enters Race to Become Taiwan's President

Gou said at a press conference he will "make Taiwan overtake Singapore within 20 years" and have the highest GDP per capita in Asia.

Aug 28, 2023

By IBTimes APAC Desk

US Navy's Seventh Fleet Issues Dire Warning Against Beijing Over South China Sea Move

The Seventh Fleet is the US Navy's largest forward-deployed fleet consisting of 70 ships, more than 150 aircraft and as many as 27,000 sailors.

Aug 28, 2023

By Jacob J

Israel Divided Over Uranium Enrichment by Saudi Arabia; Yair Lapid Raises Red Flag

According to Lapid allowing Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium will significantly raise the risk for Israel, and such a move will result in a nuclear arms race in the region.

Aug 20, 2023

By Jacob J

US, Japan and S. Korea Fortify Trilateral Framework Against Chinese 'Aggression'

Biden said the three countries will stand up together for international law and against coercion by China.

Aug 19, 2023

By Jacob J

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez Boosts Chances of Retaining Power

Two Catalan nationalist parties aided the PSOE in Thursday's speaker election, helping Francina Armengol secure an absolute majority.

Aug 17, 2023

By Jacob J

Prev 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Next