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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has labeled a recent Russian missile attack involving a new type of ballistic missile as a “stark and serious escalation” in the ongoing conflict with Russia, urging for a robust global response. “This represents a clear and grave intensification of the violence in this war,” Zelensky posted on X, citing a strike that hit the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro. “The employment of ballistic missiles today underscores Russia's utter disregard for peace.” "We need the world's support," he…

According to reports from government officials and research organizations, Russia has been supplying North Korea with oil, anti-aircraft missiles, and financial aid in exchange for military personnel to bolster Moscow's ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Both the United States and South Korea have leveled accusations against the nuclear-capable North for dispatching over 10,000 troops to assist Russia in its battle against Ukraine. Analysts suggest that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is keen on acquiring advanced military…

Next week, NATO and Ukraine will convene in Brussels to discuss Russia's recent launch of an experimental hypersonic missile, according to diplomatic sources. This assembly of the NATO-Ukraine Council is scheduled for Tuesday and will take place at the ambassadorial level. The meeting was initiated by Ukraine in response to the missile strike that struck the city of Dnipro, officials reported. A NATO spokeswoman stated, "The deployment of such a missile won't alter the conflict's trajectory or dissuade NATO allies from…

In a swift move following the withdrawal of his previous nominee, Donald Trump, the president-elect, has tapped former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi for the role of US Attorney General. This decision comes amid significant scrutiny surrounding Trump’s prior pick, Matt Gaetz, who stepped back from the nomination process. Gaetz's tenure was mired in controversy. Facing accusations that included an inquiry by the House Ethics Committee regarding alleged relations with a 17-year-old and claims of drug use, he staunchly…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has characterized a recent Russian missile assault on Ukraine as a significant and alarming escalation of hostilities, urging the global community to issue a strong condemnation against this act. In a post on X, he expressed, "This marks a stark intensification in the scope and savagery of the ongoing conflict," highlighting a strike on the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro. "Today's deployment of a ballistic missile against Ukraine serves as further evidence that Russia is disinterested…

This past week, Birmingham, England, witnessed poignant memorial services commemorating the 50th anniversary of the IRA's harrowing pub bombings that shook the city in 1974. On November 21, 1974, a tragic chain of events unfolded when two bombs detonated in the Mulberry Bush and Tavern in the Town pubs, resulting in the heartbreaking loss of twenty-one lives. Over 180 individuals were injured during this horrific episode, part of a larger IRA bombing spree across England's West Midlands. A third explosive device was…

Mary Robinson, the esteemed Chair of the Elders, recently voiced her frustrations regarding the ongoing COP29 climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan. During her address, she pointed her finger at several nations, notably the Vatican, Russia, and Saudi Arabia, accusing them of hindering progress on a vital gender-focused climate action strategy. Robinson didn’t hold back her disappointment about Azerbaijan's selection as the host for this significant global conference. She claimed that an overwhelming presence of fossil fuel…

In a remarkable operation, Spanish law enforcement has successfully taken down a criminal ring operating out of Alicante, which allegedly lured Swedish and Danish youths to act as hired assassins. A married couple from Sweden, alongside their 15-year-old son, stands accused of enlisting other teenagers through the messaging platform Telegram for the purpose of orchestrating murders. This trio faces additional serious allegations, such as trafficking firearms and drugs, as well as engaging in money laundering activities.…

Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague have issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Ibrahim Al-Masri, in connection with alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. This significant decision comes on the heels of ICC prosecutor Karim Khan’s announcement on May 20, calling for warrants tied to the events following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks on Israel, which prompted a fierce Israeli military response in…