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Palau approves Taiwan-made COVID vaccine: Palau president said country will now recognize Taiwan's Medigen shot
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Palau president arrives in Taiwan to initiative 'travel bubble': Palau president arrives in Taiwan to initiative 'travel bubble' | 2021/03/28
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Foreign ministry says Taiwan-Palau relations are strong: Palauan president attended series of banquets and held talks to improve bilateral ties
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Taiwan foreign minister to attend presidential inauguration in Palau: Pacific ally does not have any coronavirus infections
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MOFA fleshes out Palau president's visit to Taiwan - Focus Taiwan: Taipei, March 25 (CNA) The itinerary for Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr ...
focustaiwan.tw/politics/202103250007
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
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.
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
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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Beijing says US strengthening military ties with Taiwan will escalate tensions: Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin on Wednesday (April 24) said ...
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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.
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 www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/23/israels-war-on-gaza-live-palestinians-urge-donors-to-resume-unrwa-funding
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 #VisionUpdates www.newvision.co.ug/articledetails/NV_186469
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 ...
news.abs-cbn.com/sports/2024/4/22/china-defends-swimmers-who-tested-positive-for-banned-drugs-2148
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
The French government has reacted to the decision by Burkina Faso to expel three of its diplomats, saying it was based on unfounded allegations ... Show more
Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
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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 sayswww.dailysabah.com/politics/diplomacy/armenia-accepts-returning-4-villages-under-occupation-to-azerbaijan
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
China foreign ministry welcomes Blinken's visit to China as tensions simmer: China's foreign ministry on Thursday welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony ...
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Burkina Faso expels three French diplomats accused of 'subversive activities': Burkina Faso has expelled three French diplomats for "subversive activities" ...
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‘Stop list’: Russia sanctions ex-Victorian premier Daniel Andrews, 234 Australian state MPs
theage.com.au/world/europe/stop-list-russia-sanctions-ex-victorian-premier-daniel-andrews-234-australian-state-mps-20240418-p5fkpc.html
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/
Turkish threats over marine parks: Tensions with Ankara have resurfaced again after Ankara’s objections to Greece’s announcement to designate marine parks ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236800/turkish-threats-over-marine-parks/
Indian crew member from MSC Aries seized by Iran returns home: An Indian woman who was a crew member on the MSC Aries container vessel seized by Iran on April 13 ...
reuters.com/world/india/indian-crew-member-msc-aries-seized-by-iran-returns-home-2024-04-18/
6 MoUs likely to be signed during PM's Thailand visit: Bangladesh and Thailand may sign at least six MoUs on trade, investment and cooperation in energy and ...
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/diplomacy/news/6-mous-likely-be-signed-during-pms-thailand-visit-3590186
Shadow Secret Service: Egisto Ott recruited in the coffee house: The “Press” has classified files that show how advanced the plans for a shadow intelligence ...
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Russia's denial of entry of S. Korean national unrelated to bilateral ties: Seoul official
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Denmark to close its Iraq embassy: OSLO: Denmark will close down its embassy in Iraq on May 31, the Danish foreign ministry said in a statement on Tuesday ...
arabnews.com/node/2494111/middle-east
No injuries reported among Jordanians in UAE amid adverse weather - Foreign Ministry
jordantimes.com/news/local/no-injuries-reported-among-jordanians-uae-amid-adverse-weather-foreign-ministry
Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses
apnews.com/article/us-israel-military-aid-international-law-1e9b612631a7c20438053189c3b62187
US secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine: Biden had previously held back Atacms system out of fears of escalating war with Russia
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Israeli push to legalize settlements in West Bank 'dangerous and reckless,' US says
reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-push-legalize-settlements-west-bank-dangerous-reckless-us-says-2024-04-24/
Blinken Goes to China With Potential Trouble on Horizon: The secretary of state’s visit comes as Democrats and Republicans are vying to appear tougher on China.
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/asia/blinken-arrives-in-china.html
Quick Glance: Deep Disagreements Despite Improved US-China Relations
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Shanghai to engage with his Chinese counterparts.
- Although US-China ties are on a steadier footing, numerous unresolved issues persist.
- Topics such as trade, military communication, and tensions in Taiwan strain relations.
- The US threatens sanctions against Chinese firms supporting Russia in the Ukraine conflict.
Trump meets with foreign leaders looking to boost their relationships with GOP leader ahead of election
cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/trump-meets-with-foreign-leaders/
Biden Signs Ukraine Aid Package, Says Weapons Shipments To Start In Coming Hours: U.S. President Joe Biden has signed a long-delayed military aid package hours ...
rferl.org/a/biden-signs-ukraine-military-aid-bill-shipments-start/32919148.html
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.
Blinken expected to deliver strong warning on Russia support as he arrives in China for key meetings
cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/blinken-second-china-visit-expectations/
At a press briefing, journalist Niall Stanage asked US State Department deputy spokesperson, Vedant Patel, if the US believes the Israeli government is a ... Show more
Months Ago State Dept. Panel Exposed Israeli Units’ Rights Abuses, But U.S. Arms Keep Flowing
democracynow.org/2024/4/24/blinken_netanyahu
US tourists face 12 years in prison for accidentally bringing ammo to Caribbean island
nbcboston.com/investigations/consumer/turks-caicos-ammunition-arrests/3347412/
Former Singapore diplomat appointed English Premier League club Burnley’s chief of staff
straitstimes.com/sport/former-singapore-diplomat-appointed-english-premier-league-club-burnley-s-chief-of-staff
The US State Department warned that anyone considering business deals with Iran should be aware of the potential risks of US sanctions ... Show more www.dawn.com/news/1829283 #DawnToday #Pakistan #Iran #USA
4 Iranians charged in scheme to hack US agencies and defense contractors: US prosecutors on Tuesday announced charges against four Iranian men for a sprawling ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/iranians-charged-hacking-scheme/
Talks for a plastic pollution treaty are stalling. Could the U.S. be doing more?: Critics say the U.S. has been unwilling to push for measures in a global ...
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246293403/plastic-pollution-un-treaty-negotiations-waste-fossil-fuels-climate-change
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
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
Fox journalist among dozens arrested at Texas university as protests swell: Local and state police clash with demonstrators in state capital of Austin while ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/24/university-of-texas-austin-campus-protest
Quick Glance: Wave of Pro-Palestinian Protests at US Universities
- The number of pro-Palestinian student protests at American universities is increasing as the unrest in Gaza continues. Despite disciplinary measures and police interventions, the demonstrations persist. Protesters have set up encampments on more than a dozen campuses, urging universities to divest from companies profiting from the Israeli occupation.
- Police in New York arrested over 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators at New York University on Monday night, following the establishment of an encampment earlier that day outside the Stern School of Business.
- The ongoing protests have garnered strong condemnation from lawmakers. On Wednesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott criticized a protest at the University of Texas in Austin. The White House condemned antisemitism on college campuses in a statement regarding Passover on Sunday, refraining from specifying particular institutions or incidents.
Saudi Arabia welcomes panel’s report on UNRWA’s performance: Saudi Arabia welcomed the results of an independent committee’s report on the performance of ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642385
Taiwan's Lai should not overlook 'new south' neighbors: Ratih Kabinawa is an adjunct research fellow at the University of Western Australia's School of ...
asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Taiwan-s-Lai-should-not-overlook-new-south-neighbors
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Pro-China Philippine governor, Manuel Mamba, who opposes US drills, removed from office for illegal use of election funds
scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3260336/pro-china-philippine-governor-manuel-mamba-who-opposes-us-drills-removed-office-illegal-use-election
US pullout from Niger driven by discord over democratic transition, official says
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/us-pullout-from-niger-driven-by-discord-over-democratic-transition-official-says-4602696
UAE welcomes report of independent review panel on UNRWA performance: The Ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s steadfast commitment to closely collaborate with the ...
gulftoday.ae/news/2024/04/25/uae-welcomes-report-of-independent-review-panel-on-unrwa-performance
A Completely New Approach to Crops Could Boost Nutrition across Africa: Cary Fowler, the U.S. State Department’s leading figure on global hunger ...
scientificamerican.com/article/Schiffman-a-completely-approach-to-crops-could-boost-nutrition-across-africa/
The Xi files: how China spies: Most states spy. In principle there’s nothing to stop them. But China’s demand for intelligence on the rest of the world goes far ...
spectator.co.uk/article/the-xi-files-how-china-spies/
Portugal’s Carnation Revolution: On this day in 1974 a mutiny in the Portuguese army put an end to the country's dictatorship. The revolution which followed ...
tribunemag.co.uk/2019/04/portugals-carnation-revolution
Armenia to open Consulate General in Tabriz: YEREVAN, APRIL 25, ARMENPRESS. Armenian government has decided to open Consulate General in Tabriz, Iran ...
armenpress.am/eng/news/1135652.html
‘Deeply biased, shows poor understanding’: India on US human rights report: The human rights assessment found "significant" abuses in India's ...
indianexpress.com/article/india/us-human-rights-manipur-india-reaction-9290465/
Better US-China ties but still deep disagreements as Blinken starts visit - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/04/24/better-us-china-ties-but-still-deep-disagreements-as-blinken-starts-visit.html
"Poor Understanding": India Rejects US Report On Alleged Rights Abuse: The document, by the US state department, also said there were multiple reports ...
ndtv.com/india-news/india-says-us-report-on-alleged-human-rights-abuses-reflects-deep-biases-very-poor-understanding-of-india-5520822
Blinken urges fair treatment of American businesses during trip to China: A State Department spokesperson said the U.S. Secretary of State raised concerns about ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-blinken-urges-fair-treatment-of-american-businesses-during-trip-to/
The US has sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine for use within 🇺🇦 Ukrainian territory, confirmed State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel ... Show more
Suppression, violence marred 2023 elections – US report: U.S. Department of State has shed light on various irregularities and challenges faced during the ...
punchng.com/suppression-violence-marred-2023-elections-us-report/
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
Finland to move Kouvola visa centre to Helsinki at end of year: The move was prompted by a significant decrease in visa applications following Finland's ...
yle.fi/a/74-20085622
India-Palestine Relations: Recent Development Post Gaza War| Countercurrents: India and Palestine have a history that begins with decolonization and the creation ...
countercurrents.org/2024/04/india-palestine-relations-recent-development-post-gaza-war/
Carcinogen found again, 4 years after Superfund site cleanup: The DEC will hold a virtual community meeting about the problem on Wednesday.
newsday.com/long-island/towns/superfund-cleanup-west-islip-g974288p
In Memoriam: Professor Władysław Miodunka: Tribute to Prof. Władysław Miodunka, a pioneering linguist and champion of Polish language education ...
polanddaily24.com/in-memoriam-professor-wladyslaw-miodunka/news/40716
‘Extrajudicial killings, arbitrary arrests’: US government report flags human rights abuses in India
scroll.in/latest/1067007/extrajudicial-killings-arbitrary-arrests-us-government-report-flags-human-rights-abuses-in-india
Australian Journalist Says She Was Pushed Out of India: Avani Dias said that she had been denied a visa renewal for weeks because of her reporting on the Sikh ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/world/asia/india-australia-journalist-avani-dias.html
| Montreal Gazette: U.S. State Department calls the reports of mass graves "incredibly troubling" and said U.S. officials have asked the Israeli government for ...
montrealgazette.com/news/world/un-calls-for-investigation-into-mass-graves-uncovered-at-two-gaza-hospitals-raided-by-israel
Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
- The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.
- It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.
- Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.
- The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
'US human rights report politically motivated, far from objectivity': The Foreign Ministry criticized the 2023 Human Rights Report published by the U.S ...
dailysabah.com/politics/diplomacy/us-human-rights-report-politically-motivated-far-from-objectivity
US Dodges Growing Calls for Probe of Mass Graves at Gaza Hospitals | Common Dreams
commondreams.org/news/gaza-mass-grave
Alabama refused summer meal benefits for kids. Should it fund EBT next year?: Alabama lawmakers are debating whether to fund a summer EBT program for families.
al.com/educationlab/2024/04/alabama-refused-summer-food-aid-for-kids-should-it-fund-ebt-next-year.html
Turkmenistan’s Afghanistan Policy: Balancing Risks and Untapped Opportunities: Ashgabat has a delicate balance to maintain between hewing to its traditional ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/turkmenistans-afghanistan-policy-balancing-risks-and-untapped-opportunities/
Serious prospect for diplomatic deal to end Hezbollah-Israel fighting: US diplomat
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/24/serious-prospect-for-diplomatic-deal-to-end-hezbollah-israel-fighting-us-diplomat
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