Australia has promptly rejected China’s proposal to collaborate against Donald Trump’s tariffs amid the intensifying trade conflict between Washington and Beijing. The White House has announced a new import tax of 10% on goods from Australia. In contrast, tariffs on imports from China, Australia’s largest trading partner, have increased to a staggering 125%. In an…
On April 7, shuttered shopfronts dotted the empty streets of Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank as Palestinians observed a general strike, calling for an end to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. “I walked through the city today and couldn’t find a single open place,” said Fadi Saadi, a shopkeeper in Bethlehem. Across…
Officials report that torrential rains and subsequent flooding in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, have resulted in the deaths of at least 33 individuals. President Félix Tshisekedi assured victims on Monday, “The republic will not abandon you,” following his decision to convene a government crisis meeting. Residents in dire circumstances attempt…
Protesters amassed in cities throughout the United States on Saturday to express their dissent against President Trump. This event marks the most significant nationwide opposition demonstration since the president’s inauguration in January. Organizers of the “Hands Off” protest have ambitious plans to stage rallies in 1,200 locations, reaching every state in the United States. In…
The chancellor declared that the world had changed, and just hours later, it underwent yet another transformation. The phrase has gained notable traction at Westminster in recent days, serving as the rationale behind Rachel Reeves’s shift in priorities and spending cuts announced in her Spring Statement. When government officials assert that the world has changed,…
After three peace talks in Saudi Arabia, Russia and Ukraine agreed to a naval ceasefire in the Black Sea in separate deals with the US. Washington said all parties would continue working toward a “durable and lasting peace” in statements announcing the agreements, which would reopen a vital trade route. They have also committed to…
In a recent interview with the BBC, the president of Burundi revealed that he possesses “credible intelligence” indicating that Rwanda is preparing to launch an attack on his nation. Évariste Ndayishimiye asserted that Rwanda attempted to orchestrate a coup in Burundi ten years ago, drawing parallels to its current actions in the Democratic Republic of…
US President Donald Trump has received a new portrait from Russian President Vladimir Putin while expressing disdain for an existing painting, labelling it as “truly the worst.” The new portrait remains under wraps, with no public display to date. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov characterised the item as a “personal gift,” emphasising that any additional information…
During a recent interview, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed optimism regarding India’s relationship with its long-time rival, China. He stated that normalcy has been restored along the contentious India-China border and emphasised the need for enhanced relations. The remarks are particularly noteworthy, given the heightened tensions that have persisted since a violent border clash in…
Donald Trump’s special envoy has criticised Sir Keir Starmer‘s proposal for an international force to aid a ceasefire in Ukraine, labelling it as “a posture and a pose.” Steve Witkoff expressed that the concept stemmed from a “simplistic” perspective, suggesting that the UK prime minister and other European leaders believe “we all have to emulate…
