Beijing has escalated economic countermeasures against American defence contractors in what analysts see as a direct response to US technology and security restrictions.
Year: 2026
Turkey Moves to Expel Israeli Ambassador Over Deteriorating Bilateral Ties Linked to Gaza and Lebanon
Turkey’s parliament moved to approve the expulsion of the Israeli ambassador as ties between the two countries deteriorate over the ongoing Middle East conflicts.
South Korea’s Former First Lady Kim Keon Hee Attends Court Hearing Amid Ongoing Influence Peddling Investigation
The wife of impeached former president Yoon Suk Yeol appeared at a court hearing as special prosecutors continue their investigation into her alleged wrongdoing.
Australia Evidence Shows Social Media Children’s Ban Has Failed Since It Came Into Force in December 2025
Government observers and independent researchers concluded the age-based social media ban has not effectively prevented children from accessing Facebook Instagram and YouTube.
US Tariff Pressure Is Pushing Europe and Brazil Into a Historic Trade Alignment — From Aerospace to Cachaça
New economic corridors are opening between the EU and Brazil as American tariffs create incentive for both parties to deepen bilateral trade in goods and services.
Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed Begins Another Term After Dominant Performance in National Elections
Abiy Ahmed secured another mandate as prime minister consolidating his political dominance following elections that international observers described with mixed assessments.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Resigns After Months of Political Pressure — Labour Party to Choose New Leader
Starmer’s departure triggers a Labour leadership contest with Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham expected to succeed him as the party navigates a difficult economic environment.
Europe Bakes in Unprecedented Summer Heat Wave — Germany Records 106°F Highest Temperature in Decades
Germany’s national weather service recorded extraordinary temperatures setting alarm bells for energy consumption healthcare systems and agricultural output across the continent.
Nicolás Maduro Sends Solidarity Message From Brooklyn Jail Cell to Earthquake-Ravaged Venezuela
Captured former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro released a message on social media Sunday from his detention center in New York expressing solidarity with earthquake victims.
Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez Announces Commission to Assess Earthquake Damage and Reconstruction
Rodriguez created a government commission to oversee damage assessment after the twin earthquakes with 774 buildings affected and 189 fully collapsed across the country.