The Rising Independent Threat of Iraq’s Shi’ite Militias to Iran and Region
Iraq's Shi'ite militias are increasingly independent, potentially undermining Iran's interests and its efforts to improve ties with the West. Israeli...
Year: 2024
Investigation Launched into Shootout at Former Spy Chief’s Residence in South Sudan
South Sudan security forces have launched an investigation into a shootout at former spy chief Akol Koor's residence, which erupted...
Southern Africa Faces Historic Drought Crisis Affecting Millions
A severe drought in Southern Africa has left over 27 million people seeking food, with 21 million children malnourished. Severe...
Detained Holidaymaker in UAE Desires to Return Home for Christmas
Craig Ballentine, a care worker from Northern Ireland, is detained in the UAE after posting a negative review about his...
Wampis Leaders from Peru Urge UK to Ban Bank Financing of Oil Damage
In a significant move, Indigenous leaders from the Wampis Nation in Peru have traveled to the UK, urging lawmakers to...
Small Island States Call for Enhanced Climate Finance at COP29
At COP29, Commonwealth leaders expressed urgent calls for increased climate finance for Small Island Developing States (SIDS), facing severe impacts...
Senator Bob Casey Concedes in Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate Race to Dave McCormick
Senator Bob Casey conceded to GOP challenger Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania's U.S. Senate race, concluding his 18-year tenure. The race...
Fringe Votes May Determine Outcome in Uruguay’s Close Presidential Election
Uruguay's presidential run-off on November 24 is extremely close, with only 25,000 votes separating candidates Yamandu Orsi and Alvaro Delgado....
Tropical Storm Sara Leaves Death and Destruction in Central America
Tropical Storm Sara has caused four fatalities and affected thousands in Honduras and Nicaragua. The storm led to extensive flooding,...
Uruguay on the Brink of Election: Left Aims to Regain Power After Right-Wing Rule
Uruguayans will vote on Sunday, with ex-president José Mujica's leftist coalition vying to reclaim power from a right-wing government focused...
