Maldivian politician, 4th president of the second republic of Maldives
What to Expect From Maldives’ New President: Mimrah Abdul Ghafoor and JJ Robinson discuss the domestic politics behind President-elect Muizzu’s win and the ...
thediplomat.com/2023/10/what-to-expect-from-maldives-new-president/
Because of “malicious activities”: London summons Russian ambassador: A 20-year-old is said to have orchestrated arson attacks in Great Britain on behalf of the ...
spiegel.de/ausland/london-bestellt-russischen-botschafter-wegen-boesartiger-aktivitaeten-ein-a-2fdcb2aa-bda2-4bd3-ac7b-acf2d6b86fdf
Poland donates $2 million to UN agencies for humanitarian aid in Gaza: Half will go to the World Food Program and the other half to the United Nations Relief and ...
notesfrompoland.com/2024/04/26/poland-donates-2-million-to-un-agencies-for-humanitarian-aid-in-gaza/
Türkiye slams US' human rights report, says it has 'erroneous information': Report includes unfounded accusations, 'erroneous information and prejudiced ...
yenisafak.com/en/news/turkiye-slams-us-human-rights-report-says-it-has-erroneous-information-3682023
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Pakistan terms US human rights report 'inaccurate, politically biased': Pakistan has rubbished the 2023 Country Report on Human Rights Practices issued by the ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1182197-pakistan-terms-us-human-rights-report-inaccurate-politically-biased
US election outcome won't affect Seoul-Washington alliance: Korean envoy : Whoever becomes the next U.S. president will not affect the robust ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/120_373477.html
Iran, Pakistan urge UN Security Council to take action against Israel: ISLAMABAD: Iran and Pakistan called on the United Nations Security Council in a joint ...
arabnews.com/node/2498456/middle-east
Iran says nuclear weapons have no place in its nuclear doctrine: Nuclear weapons have no place in Iran's nuclear doctrine, the country's foreign ministry said on ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-says-nuclear-weapons-have-no-place-its-nuclear-doctrine-2024-04-22/
🔴 Qatari PM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani continues to work on de-escalating regional tensions and bringing an end to Israel’s ... Show more
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Death toll climbs after 200 days of attacks | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Death toll climbs after 200 days of attacks | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
North Korean official lambasts US over sanctions, state media says: North Korea will take more action to maintain its military power despite U.S ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/north-korean-official-lambasts-us-over-sanctions-state-media-says-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Iran says Argentina bid to arrest minister over 1994 attack ‘illegal’: Iran on Wednesday condemned as “illegal” Argentina’s request for Interpol to arrest Iran’s ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/24/iran-says-argentina-bid-to-arrest-minister-over-1994-attack-illegal-
Quick Glance: Iran's President's Visit to Sri Lanka
- Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi visited Sri Lanka on April 24, promising to strengthen ties with the South Asian country.
- Argentina requested the arrest of Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi for his alleged involvement in a 1994 attack on a Jewish community center in Buenos Aires.
- Sri Lanka and Iran are set to sign five agreements, including one related to a hydroelectric project.
- Iran's Interior Minister returned from Pakistan prematurely, signaling a setback for Iran as it faces consequences for its actions worldwide.
Beijing says US strengthening military ties with Taiwan will escalate tensions: Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin on Wednesday (April 24) said ...
news.abs-cbn.com/news/2024/4/25/beijing-says-us-strengthening-military-ties-with-taiwan-will-escalate-tensions-944
Ukraine pressures military age men abroad by suspending their consular services: Staying abroad “does not relieve a citizen of his or her duties to the homeland ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/europe/ukraine-consulates-mobilization-intl-latam/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.
- Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.
- He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.
- Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
Egypt Condemns Israel Over 283-Body Mass Grave Found Near Gaza Hospital: Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned Israel over the discovery of a nearly ...
egyptianstreets.com/2024/04/23/egypt-condemns-israel-over-283-body-mass-grave-found-near-gaza-hospital/
‘China the winner’ in Maldives polls | kuwaittimes: ‘China the winner’ in Maldives polls - Top Stories - MALE: A landslide parliamentary election victory for ...
kuwaittimes.com/article/13412/top-stories/china-the-winner-in-maldives-polls/
Quick Glance: Pro-China Party Secures Overwhelming Victory in Maldives Election
- President Mohamed Muizzu's PNC party wins by a landslide in Sunday's election, gaining control of parliament with a supermajority.
- The PNC, with three additional seats from allies, secures 70 out of 93 seats, signaling a shift towards China from India.
- Official results confirmation is expected soon, with the new assembly set to take office in early May.
- The election serves as a pivotal moment for Muizzu's agenda of closer economic ties with China following his previous win in the presidential election.
China calls swimmer doping reports 'fake news': "The relevant reports are fake news and not factual," said foreign ministry spokesman Wang ...
newvision.co.ug/category/sports/china-calls-swimmer-doping-reports-fake-news-NV_186469
Beijing on Monday called reports about 23 Chinese swimmers testing positive for a banned substance ahead of the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 "fake news" ... Show more
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China defends swimmers who tested positive for banned drugs: China's foreign ministry on Monday (April 22) defended the 23 swimmers who tested positive for a ...
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Iran says nuclear weapons have no place in its nuclear doctrine: Nuclear weapons have no place in Iran’s nuclear doctrine, the country’s foreign ministry said on ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/22/iran-says-nuclear-weapons-have-no-place-in-its-nuclear-doctrine
Turkish spies targeted American organization led by former senior US officials - Nordic Monitor
nordicmonitor.com/2024/04/turkish-spies-targeted-american-organization-led-by-former-senior-us-officials/
Quick Glance: Turkish spies target American organization
- The Turkish government initiated a covert surveillance initiative to target the US-based organization Turkish Democracy Project.
- The organization was classified as a threat to the authoritarian Erdogan regime and subjected to intense surveillance.
Armenia has agreed to return 4 villages of Azerbaijan that were under the occupation since early 1990s, Azerbaijan's foreign ministry spokesman saysArmenia accepts returning 4 villages under occupation to Azerbaijan | Daily Sabah
Quick Glance: Armenia and Azerbaijan Reach Milestone Peace Agreement
- Azerbaijan requested the return of four villages as a prerequisite for a peace treaty after prolonged conflicts.
- Armenia and Azerbaijan have agreed to return several villages on the path to a peace agreement.
- The returned settlements near Armenia's main highway leading to the Georgian border are strategically important yet abandoned.
- Following Azerbaijan's control over Nagorno-Karabakh, the withdrawal of Russian peacekeepers resulted in a shift of influence in the region.
Israel says will summon envoys of countries that voted for Palestinian UN membership
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/21/israel-says-will-summon-envoys-of-countries-that-voted-for-palestinian-un-membership-
Saudi deputy FM meets Colombian counterpart in Bogota: BOGOTÁ: Saudi Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Waleed Elkhereiji recently met his Colombian counterpart ...
arabnews.com/node/2496441/saudi-arabia
IMF says still 'differences' with Ethiopia over new loan programme: There are still "differences" between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Ethiopia over ...
reuters.com/world/africa/imf-says-still-differences-with-ethiopia-over-new-loan-programme-2024-04-19/
What a Climate-Aligned IMF Would Look Like | by Mohamed Nasheed & Rakesh Mohan - Project Syndicate
project-syndicate.org/commentary/imf-georgieva-second-term-aligning-with-paris-climate-goals-by-mohamed-nasheed-and-rakesh-mohan-2024-04
Xi Is Meeting Blinken With Tough Issues on the Agenda: The direct meeting with China’s leader is a sign of continued effort to ease tensions ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/world/asia/blinken-xi-jinping-china.html
Quick Glance: Xi and Blinken Clash Over China's Backing to Russia
- Xi orders China’s biggest military reorganisation since 2015.
- He emphasizes that China is not afraid of competition as long as it is based on common progress.
- China is willing to cooperate with the US, provided it is mutual.
- A five-point consensus was reached to stabilize relations between the two countries.
US State Department Arabic spokesperson resigns in opposition to Gaza policy: "I resigned April 2024 after 18 years of distinguished service in opposition ...
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-798764
“You’re asking the accused (Israel) to investigate itself”
US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel was asked why the United States has asked ... Show more
North Korea accuses US of politicizing human rights issues: North Korea accused the United States on Saturday of politicizing human rights in the East Asian ...
reuters.com/world/north-korea-accuses-us-politicizing-human-rights-issues-2024-04-27/
Quick Glance: North Korea accuses US of politicizing rights concerns
- North Korea accuses the United States of politically instrumentalizing human rights in the East Asian country, condemning it as political provocation and conspiracy.
- Pyongyang criticized Washington for using human rights as a means for invasions and hostile behavior towards North Korea, threatening decisive actions to safeguard its sovereignty and safety.
- An annual report by the US State Department this week highlighted 'significant human rights issues' in North Korea, including arbitrary killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and other cruel treatments by government authorities.
- Additionally, North Korea criticized the US for urging them to cease missile launches and emphasized the continuation of their space reconnaissance mission to enhance the country's security.
Qatar pledges $3m to Ukrainian human rights body: Funds aim to provide support for children, others affected by armed conflict in Ukraine ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/26/qatar-pledges-3m-to-ukrainian-human-rights-body
First nonbinary state lawmaker in the U.S. reflects on a hard time in the Okla. House
npr.org/2024/04/26/1245432165/first-nonbinary-state-lawmaker-in-the-u-s-reflects-on-a-hard-time-in-the-okla-ho
A ban in Kansas on gender-affirming care also would bar advocacy for kids' social transitions
apnews.com/article/gender-affirming-care-ban-minors-kansas-8c7492f64136d90d830f97ace98a138b
Fifteen young Jamaicans have gained scholarships to pursue tertiary training in medicine, nursing and civil engineering in the Republic of Cuba ... Show more
15 Jamaican students gain scholarships to study in Cuba | News | Jamaica Gleaner
15 Jamaican students gain scholarships to study in Cuba | News | Jamaica Gleaner
MFA director-general admits lying to ministry about use of diplomatic bags: Gilbert Oh Hin Kwan had submitted his resignation to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/mfa-diplomatic-bag-director-general-panadol-watches-4294146
“Any level of due diligence would tell them that the arms they are making will be used to kill thousands of civilians,” Former senior official at the State ... Show more
Arming genocide? New report documents use of US arms in Israeli war crimes | UpFront - YouTube
Arming genocide? New report documents use of US arms in Israeli war crimes | UpFront - YouTube
The Foreign Office (FO) on Friday said that there had been an “alarming surge in provocative statements from Indian leaders asserting unwarranted claims over ... Show more
Alarming surge in unwarranted claims by Indian leaders over Azad Kashmir: FO - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
Alarming surge in unwarranted claims by Indian leaders over Azad Kashmir: FO - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
David Cameron denies blaming Brexit for no asylum returns deal with France: The Foreign Secretary defended the controversial plan to deport some asylum seekers ...
itv.com/news/2024-04-25/david-cameron-denies-blaming-brexit-on-no-asylum-returns-deal-with-france
National interest to guide decisions on energy needs: FO: ISLAMABAD: Pakistan once again Friday reiterated that it had great energy needs to drive its economy ...
thenews.com.pk/print/1182797-national-interest-to-guide-decisions-on-energy-needs-fo
Blinken reiterates importance of cross-strait peace in meeting with Xi - Focus Taiwan
focustaiwan.tw/politics/202404270005
Any escalation of Iran-Israel confrontation is dangerous for India
deccanherald.com/world/any-escalation-of-iran-israel-confrontation-is-dangerous-for-india-2997415
UN Warns of 'Catastrophic' Imminent Escalation in Sudan: Warring factions in North Darfur state must "avoid locating military installations within or near ...
commondreams.org/news/sudan-escalation
World Cup 2026: Concerns over fans’ U.S. visa wait times – ‘Your window might already be closed’
theathletic.com/5443321/2024/04/26/world-cup-2026-concerns-over-fans-u-s-visa-wait-times-your-window-might-already-be-closed/
Countries are reinstating funds for UNRWA — but not the United States: The United States has prohibited funding for the humanitarian organization for a year.
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/26/unrwa-funding-suspension-gaza-donor-united-states/
| Montreal Gazette: "Staying abroad does not relieve a citizen of his or her duties," Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Minister Dmytro Kuleb announced as country tries ...
montrealgazette.com/news/national/ukrainian-man-18-in-canada-fears-he-could-be-forced-into-battle-against-russia
Foreign Office warns travellers about air disruption over Europe: Ryanair cancels more than 300 flights with many flying over France also hit by air traffic ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/foreign-office-warns-travellers-air-9245191
Alum ashamed of Ohio State now. Where was his outrage for Israel Oct. 7?: Letters to the editor: Where was the outrage over Oct. 7 Hamas attack? Eat like the ...
dispatch.com/story/opinion/letters/2024/04/26/ohio-state-protests-israel-hamas/73450618007/
Saudi Arabia supports UNRWA's efforts for Palestinian refugees, urges donor commitment
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642416
#Chinese foreign minister #WangYi sent a strong message for the U.S. during U.S. State Department Secretary #AntonyBlinken ’s Beijing visit.
Saudi Arabia supports UNRWA's efforts for Palestinian refugees, urges donor commitment
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642416
Is it safe to go on holiday to Cyprus - UK Foreign Office's latest advice: The British government's advice for travel to Cyprus includes warnings relating ...
birminghammail.co.uk/travel/safe-go-holiday-cyprus-uk-29018380
Pakistan terms US human rights report 'inaccurate, politically biased': Pakistan has rubbished the 2023 Country Report on Human Rights Practices issued by the ...
thenews.com.pk/latest/1182197-pakistan-terms-us-human-rights-report-inaccurate-politically-biased
#INTERVIEW : #Gaza war is diverting focus from the peace process in #Yemen , says #USEnvoyYemen Tim Lenderking | U.S. Department of State ... Show more
Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister, Senior Qatari diplomat discuss regional and international security issues
armenpress.am/eng/news/1135815.html
Russia's Shoigu meets Iranian counterpart, says ready to expand military co-operation, says RIA
deccanherald.com/world/russias-shoigu-meets-iranian-counterpart-says-ready-to-expand-military-co-operation-says-ria-2996761
As pressure mounts, US delays plan to withhold aid from Israeli military unit: The State Department's plan to block a notoriously violent Israeli military unit ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2024/04/pressure-mounts-us-delays-plan-withhold-aid-israeli-military-unit
US State Department: No position on Ukraine's suspension of consular services
kyivindependent.com/us-state-department-no-position-on-ukraines-suspension-of-consular-services-attempt-to-return-men-from-abroad/
State Department reviewing plans to sanction IDF unit: Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been under extensive pressure from the Israeli government ...
axios.com/2024/04/26/state-department-reviewing-plans-sanction-idf-unit
Japan, Saudi Arabia invite public to design 70th anniversary celebratory logo: The Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called for applications to design a ...
arabnews.com/node/2499121/saudi-arabia
How to stop China spying on our universities: Our universities are not inoculated from the messy realities of global competition. But there's one easy way to ...
spectator.co.uk/article/how-to-stop-china-spying-on-our-universities/
India’s Ministry of External Affairs labels US Human Rights Report as ‘biased’, citing a lack of understanding of India’s democracy ... Show more
'I just want to be safe': Ukrainian man in Canada faces limbo amid consular freeze
ctvnews.ca/canada/i-just-want-to-be-safe-ukrainian-man-in-canada-faces-limbo-amid-consular-freeze-1.6862816
'Negative' factors building in U.S.-China ties, foreign minister Wang tells Blinken
reuters.com/world/blinken-meet-chinese-counterpart-wang-yi-beijing-2024-04-26/
Ryan Walters says he's fired 130 people, but public documents say otherwise: State schools Superintendent Ryan Walters falsely claimed on Thursday he has fired ...
oklahoman.com/story/news/education/2024/04/25/ryan-walters-oklahoma-state-department-education-fact-check-firing-130-staffers/73458064007/
“We in America believe that opinion…” US Ambassador Garcetti said this on pro-Palestine protests#USA #India #MEA #USEnvoy #Internationalrelations
Ukraine is Anticipating the Upcoming of a New Era for its Relations with Brazil : The Ukrainian side is sending Brazil messages signaling its desire for ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/3857032-ukraine-is-anticipating-the-upcoming-of-a-new-era-for-its-relations-with-brazil.html
US refuses to comment on Netanyahu's remarks about pro-Palestine protestors, saying he did not call for crackdown
yenisafak.com/en/world/us-refuses-to-comment-on-netanyahus-remarks-about-pro-palestine-protestors-saying-he-did-not-call-for-crackdown-3682124
German Foreign Office: “Thousands in Georgia protest every night for free speech and a vibrant civil society. The EU candidate status represents a historical ... Show more
Raised issue with Tehran: MEA after Kashmir mentioned in Pakistan-Iran joint statement
deccanherald.com/india/raised-issue-with-tehran-mea-after-kashmir-finds-mention-in-pakistan-iran-joint-statement-2995335
Joint Ways, Means and Finance Committee Discovers Additional US$51M Revenue, Pushing FY2024 Draft Budget to US$743.8M
frontpageafricaonline.com/news/joint-ways-means-and-finance-committee-discovers-additional-us51m-revenue-pushing-fy2024-draft-budget-to-us743-8m/
The US State Department emphatically declared on Thursday that there’s ‘absolutely no’ undercurrent of discord between the United States and Pakistan ... Show more
No tensions with Pakistan, insists US State Dept - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
No tensions with Pakistan, insists US State Dept - Pakistan - DAWN.COM
MEA responds to pro-Palestine protests at US Universities; 'We are judged by what we do at home'
wionews.com/india-news/mea-responds-to-pro-palestine-protests-at-us-universities-we-are-judged-by-what-we-do-at-home-715039
What to know about the crisis in Haiti after the prime minister's resignation: Haiti has weathered multiple political, economic and environmental disasters in ...
axios.com/2024/03/18/haiti-crisis-whats-happening
‘Absolutely not’, says State Dept official when asked if there is rift in US-Pakistan ties
thenews.com.pk/print/1182382-absolutely-not-says-state-dept-official-when-asked-if-there-is-rift-in-us-pakistan-ties
Chinese Warships Permanently Deployed at New Overseas Naval Base: An expert believes the five-month-long presence of the Chinese naval vessels at Cambodia's Ream ...
newsweek.com/china-cambodia-ream-new-permanent-naval-base-1894012
TikTok: Questions raised by its possible ban in the US: On Tuesday, the US Congress passed a controversial bill to force ByteDance to sell its social media ...
lemonde.fr/en/pixels/article/2024/04/25/tiktok-questions-raised-by-its-possible-ban-in-the-us_6669452_13.html
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
India slams US report on ‘rights issue’ in Manipur, BBC raids: ‘Deeply biased, reflects very poor understanding’ | Mint
livemint.com/news/india/deeply-biased-reflects-very-poor-understanding-of-india-mea-slams-us-report-on-manipur-bbc-raid-11714095334195.html
India presses France for Vijay Mallya's extradition 'without preconditions': Report
wionews.com/india-news/india-presses-france-for-vijay-mallyas-extradition-without-preconditions-report-715344
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