Renowned journalist, Ihar Karney, previously affiliated with RFE/RL, is currently serving a three-year sentence in prison. His charge? Allegedly cooperating with the Belarusian Association of Journalists (BAJ). In a surprising turn of events, his confinement has been extended by eight months due to alleged ‘disobedience’ within the correctional facility. This […]
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Unforeseen Advantages for China May Arise from Syria’s Assad’s Decline – The Diplomat
Title: The Unraveling of a Decades-Long Alliance: The Syrian-Iranian Relationship and What It Means for Global Geopolitics In a surprising turn of events, Hafez al-Assad, a member of the Alawite minority, seized the reins of Syria’s Ba’ath Party in 1970. However, his rise to power was met with substantial resistance. […]
A delegation from the European Union Parliament journeys to Georgia, joining pro-EU demonstrators in their march
The initial demonstrations were triggered by a disputed parliamentary vote in October, in which the opposition claimed that the Georgian Dream party had manipulated the results. However, the protests evolved following the recent announcement to delay EU membership discussions until 2028. This move has given the protests a new facet, […]
Key Takeaways from Trump’s Interview as Time’s Person of the Year
President-elect Donald Trump has been named Time magazine’s Person of the Year for the second time following his election victory. The award was given to Trump for his significant role in redefining the US presidency and for his influence in altering America’s global standing, according to Time editor-in-chief, Sam Jacobs. […]
Hong Kong unveils autonomous ID card stations – offering six photo opportunities
Starting this Friday, residents of Hong Kong can use self-service kiosks to apply for identity cards and passports, with a reduced collection time of five days. Applicants will also have the opportunity to take up to six photographs for the best selection. This advancement in automation was made feasible after […]
Energy Secretary from the UK to Embark on China Tour in Early 2025 – POLITICO
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the Labour government of the United Kingdom is making moves to restore strong relations with China, diverging from the stern approach of previous Conservative governments. In a notable move last month, Starmer made history as the first British prime minister since 2018 […]
Xi Jinping Advocates for Expanded Mandarin Usage in China’s Frontier Regions
Chinese President Xi Jinping has voiced his desire to see a wider use of Mandarin, China’s official language, across the nation’s border regions. This move has reignited fears about the potential threats to the survival of languages spoken by China’s ethnic minorities, many of which are already under threat. The […]
Macron and Tusk Will Debate on EU Peacekeeping Troops for Ukraine Amid Rising Diplomatic Efforts
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have reportedly taken refuge in Moscow, as per a statement made by a Russian official. This comes in the wake of rebel forces gaining control over Damascus, thereby bringing to an end the Assad family’s authoritarian rule of over 50 years. The Russian […]
Prior to Trump’s Swearing-In, Wray Steps Down as Director of FBI
FBI Director Christopher Wray has announced his plan to step down from his role by the end of the current administration, in anticipation of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration next month. This decision was communicated during a crowded town hall meeting with FBI employees at the bureau’s headquarters on Wednesday. Wray […]
Victorious Syrian rebels ignite the resting place of Bashar al-Assad’s progenitor
Following a half-century of oppressive autocratic rule, the reign of the al-Assad family in Syria has finally concluded. This development has led to the fall of Hafez al-Assad and his successor Bashar’s monuments throughout the nation. Reports are surfacing that the burial place of Hafez al-Assad, the previous despot, has […]