The Lebanese Parliament meets to elect a new president after two years of deadlock primarily between Hezbollah and rival factions. Joseph Aoun, the commander of the Lebanese Army and a figure backed by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, is the…
More than half of England’s county councils scheduled for May elections are considering delaying the votes due to a major local government redesign. A total of 12 out of 21 councils may seek postponements to explore devolution plans announced by…
Lebanon’s parliament is making another attempt to elect a president, a decision that has been elusive for over two years. Army Chief Joseph Aoun is emerging as a strong candidate, seen favorably by the public due to the military’s credibility….
Tensions escalated in Ndjamena, Chad, as gunfire erupted around the presidential palace. Foreign Minister Koulamallah reported a failed attempt at destabilization by armed assailants, resulting in the deaths of 18 attackers and 1 soldier. The situation is said to be…
During a recent media conference at his Mar-a-Lago residence, Donald Trump delivered a meandering speech touching on various topics including legal challenges against him, criticism of wind power, and controversial ideas such as purchasing Greenland. Trump’s remarks, filled with inaccuracies,…
With the German federal elections approaching, the government is proposing amendments to the Domestic Violence Protection Act aimed at enhancing the safety of women. Under the new legislation, courts may mandate electronic monitoring for offenders through ankle bracelets in high-risk…
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, set to be sworn in for a third term on Friday, announced the capture of seven foreign mercenaries, including two Americans. The announcement comes as opposition challenges his re-election in July. Maduro referred to the arrests…
Gerhard Pfister, the President of Switzerland’s Centre Party (Mitte), announced his resignation effective summer 2024 during the party’s traditional Epiphany talk in Bern. Pfister, who has led the party since 2016, cites it as the right moment for both himself…
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is anticipated to reveal his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party, according to sources from The Globe and Mail. While the exact timing of the announcement remains uncertain, it may occur before a…
The recent voting dynamics in the House of Representatives underscore President-elect Donald Trump’s considerable influence as he endorsed Mike Johnson for the speakership. In critical moments leading up to the vote, Trump communicated directly with key Republican figures, securing necessary…
The first Cabinet meeting of January will introduce Fabrizio Curcio as the new commissioner for post-flood reconstruction in Emilia-Romagna. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reaffirms military support for Ukraine while awaiting the new American direction under President Donald Trump. Key reforms…
Trinidad and Tobago has declared a state of emergency as gang-related violence escalates, with over 620 murders reported this year. President Christine Carla Kangaloo issued the declaration on Prime Minister Keith Rowley’s advice to combat organized crime linked to drug…
