Fragile truce: Will the India-Pakistan ceasefire last?

Mukeet Shah had spent days anxiously scrolling through his phone, following every update about the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan. A call from his mother, Tanveera Bano, worsened his anxiety. She pleaded with him to come home, saying, “Why be apart when we can at least die together?”......

Albania heads to the polls as Edi Rama pursues fourth term

Albanians are voting in a crucial general election where Prime Minister Edi Rama is aiming for a historic fourth term. The campaign has revolved around pledges for European Union membership and widespread concerns about political corruption. Voting began at 7am local time on Sunday and will conclude......

Putin Proposes Direct Russia-Ukraine Talks in Istanbul on May 15

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed resuming direct peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, emphasizing there would be no preconditions. His goal, he said, is to secure a lasting peace and address the fundamental causes behind the three-year war. This announcement came shortly after......

Future of us military presence in spain: rota base at risk?

The second Trump administration's pivot towards the Pacific has ignited concerns across Europe regarding the future of defense on the continent. In Spain, some are speculating about the potential closure of a major military base as a result of this shift. The return of Donald Trump to the White......

Bill Gates pledges to donate $200 billion by 2045, criticizes Musk's foreign aid cuts

Bill Gates announced on Thursday that he plans to donate $200 billion through his charitable foundation by 2045, accelerating his strategy to divest nearly all of his wealth. He criticized Elon Musk for his role in slashing US foreign aid, accusing the billionaire of contributing to the suffering of......

US announces new foundation for Gaza aid, bypassing UN

The United States revealed Thursday that a new foundation will soon announce plans to provide aid to Gaza, bypassing the United Nations due to severe shortages caused by Israel's two-month blockade. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce shared that the foundation would be non-governmental and......

Trump Renews Push for 30-Day Ceasefire in Ukraine

President Donald Trump has once again urged Russia and Ukraine to agree to a 30-day unconditional ceasefire, warning that violations would trigger additional sanctions. The call followed his recent conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, as Kyiv seeks to mend ties with Washington after......

Putin's order for three-day truce with Ukraine comes into effect

Russian President Vladimir Putin's order for a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine took effect Thursday. The Kremlin presented the truce as a test of Ukraine's willingness to pursue peace, but Ukraine rejected it, calling it a "farce" and instead proposed a 30-day ceasefire. The......

Trump nominates Casey Means for US Surgeon General role

U.S. President Donald Trump announced his nomination of Dr. Casey Means, a physician and health entrepreneur, as the next U.S. Surgeon General. Means, 37, is closely aligned with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" initiative. She co-founded the health-tech......

Trump may rename Persian Gulf during Middle East visit

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that he will decide on the name the United States uses to refer to the “Persian Gulf” during his upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Speaking from the White House, Trump stated that he expects discussions about the......

Merz heads to Paris, Warsaw on first trip as German chancellor

Friedrich Merz, the newly appointed German Chancellor, will embark on his first international journey this Wednesday, visiting France and Poland. This trip is aimed at revitalizing Germany's relationships with key allies and reaffirming its presence on the global stage following a shaky start to......

The world's top 6 military powers in 2025

In the ever-shifting theatre of global geopolitics, military might remains a crucial barometer of national influence. As 2025 unfolds, six nations stand apart, each commanding formidable arsenals and strategic depth. Measured by the Global Firepower Index, these military powers shape not only the balance......

Trump Confirms Halt to Yemen Bombing after US-Houthi Ceasefire Brokered by Oman

President Donald Trump has declared that the United States will immediately cease its bombing campaign in Yemen, following a mutual agreement with the Houthi group. The announcement came after Oman confirmed its successful mediation of a ceasefire deal between the US and the Iran-aligned Yemeni faction. Speaking......

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