January 1, 2024

AFP :North Korean leader Kim Jong Un wrapped the year with fresh threats of a nuclear attack on Seoul and orders for a military arsenal...

International

January 1, 2024

Russia strikes Ukraine in retaliation for ‘terrorist attack’ on Belgorod

AFP :Russia launched fresh strikes against Ukraine at dawn on Sunday, a day after vowing to retaliate for what it called a “terrorist attack” on...

International

December 30, 2023

UN chief calls for unity, hope in New Year’s message

Xinhua :In a video message released on the eve of 2024, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addressed the world, reflecting on the trials and tribulations of...

International

December 30, 2023

Myanmar junta’s Rakhine blockade raises civilian risk amid Chinese project

News Desk :Myanmar’s military regime has imposed a blockade on Kyaukphyu in Rakhine State as it intensifies efforts to advance the Special Economic Zone (SEZ)...

International

December 30, 2023

Turkey arrests ISIL suspects as detention drive continues

Al Jazeera :Turkey has announced it has detained dozens of people suspected of having ties to the ISIL (ISIS) armed group.At least 29 suspects were...

International

December 30, 2023

Displaced Gazans flee again as Israel launches fresh assaults

Reuters :Tens of thousands of newly displaced Gazans huddled under tarpaulins on Friday in the centre of the enclave after fleeing the latest offensive by...

International

December 30, 2023

G7 leaders to discuss legal theory on seizing Russian assets

Reuters :G7 leaders will discuss a new legal theory that would enable the seizure of $300 billion in frozen Russian assets when they meet in...

International

December 30, 2023

Pakistan bans New Year’s Eve celebrations in solidarity with Gaza

AFP :In an evening televised address to the nation, Pakistan Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar said because of the situation in the Gaza Strip, the government...

International

December 30, 2023

Indonesia navy drives away boat carrying Rohingya

Reuters :An Indonesian navy vessel in Aceh drove away a boat carrying Rohingya from Myanmar, a military spokesperson said, as growing numbers of would-be refugees...