The Californian city of Stockton has officially ended its 36-year sister city relationship with Foshan, China, citing a failure to establish 'meaningful dialogue' and fundamental differences in values, in a move reflecting growing US-China tensions.
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosts Russian leader Vladimir Putin and other world figures in Beijing, showcasing a significant display of international diplomacy and strategic alliances.
The UN refugee agency warns of a coercive campaign by Syria's government, forcing vulnerable refugees in Lebanon to return to an unsafe homeland, despite ongoing risks and lack of basic services.
Vladimir Putin's grand reception of Donald Trump in China raises eyebrows as the former US President engages in high-stakes talks, drawing criticism from Western allies.
The UN Security Council votes to drastically cut its UNIFIL peacekeeping force in Lebanon by two-thirds, slashing troop numbers from 15,000 to 5,000. This historic retreat follows intense pressure from Israel and the US, raising fears of escalating violen
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set for his first official visit to China in seven years for crucial talks with Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, signalling a major diplomatic shift as US trade pressures mount.
A US court has acquitted former Trump advisor Tom Barrack of illegally acting as an unregistered foreign agent for the United Arab Emirates. The verdict delivers a significant blow to the US Justice Department's lobbying crackdown.
Australia takes unprecedented diplomatic action, expelling Iran's ambassador following compelling evidence linking Tehran to orchestrated antisemitic attacks on Australian soil. The move signals a major escalation in bilateral tensions.
The CEO of a Tennessee-based company has been abruptly terminated after an investigation revealed he allegedly used artificial intelligence to create and distribute sexually explicit deepfake images of female employees, sparking outrage and legal scrutiny
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issues a stark warning of intensified conflict with Hezbollah, as cross-border strikes escalate and fears of a full-scale war with Lebanon grow.
Taiwan strengthens its international presence with a new representative office in Nevada, marking a significant step in US-Taiwan relations amidst ongoing tensions with China.
In a major shift, the Palestinian Fatah movement has held unprecedented talks with the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in Beirut, challenging the Palestinian Authority's official stance and potentially reshaping regional alliances.
In a significant diplomatic development, a senior Cardinal has indicated that Lebanon is the most probable destination for the newly elected Pope Leon XIV's inaugural international apostolic journey, highlighting a message of peace and unity.
The UN Security Council expresses 'profound concern' over escalating violence on the Israel-Lebanon border. UNIFIL peacekeepers are caught in the crossfire as fears of a major regional conflict intensify.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro alleges a brewing coup d'état, calling on the US and UK to withdraw support for a plot he claims involves his own military. A deep dive into the political crisis.
Ex-British ambassador Tom Fletcher highlights growing instability in Gaza and Lebanon, urging international intervention to prevent further conflict.
Hezbollah's leader signals readiness for conflict amid US diplomatic efforts to prevent a full-scale war between Israel and Lebanon.
The Trump administration warns of potential funding cuts to UNIFIL, citing concerns over Hezbollah's influence in Lebanon. The move could destabilise the region further.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been accused of sheltering Turkish Sunni Islamist militants in Beirut, raising tensions in the region. The allegations come amid ongoing political instability in Lebanon.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is under fire for a secretive agreement with Libya, accused of violating human rights and international law by returning migrants to unsafe conditions.
Hezbollah's leader warns of an all-out conflict with Israel, vowing to abandon restraint if hostilities intensify, amid rising fears of regional escalation.
The US is urging Lebanon to dismantle Hezbollah's military capabilities, a move experts warn could destabilise the fragile nation and heighten Middle East conflicts.
Hezbollah's deputy leader Naim Qassem warns of potential escalation with Israel as cross-border clashes intensify, raising fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East.
Hezbollah's leader warns of a full-scale war with 'no rules' if Israel continues its aggression, raising fears of a regional conflict.
Hezbollah's secretary-general Hassan Nasrallah vows divine protection as clashes with Israel escalate, raising fears of a broader conflict in Lebanon.
Rebecca Black, an Irish woman living in Beirut, recounts the daily struggles of Lebanon's economic crisis, from power cuts to food shortages, as the country teeters on the brink.
French President Emmanuel Macron makes a surprise visit to Beirut, urging Lebanese leaders to implement crucial reforms amidst ongoing political and economic crises.
Lebanon's parliament has sparked outrage by voting to abolish Arabic as an official language, replacing it with English in a move critics call 'cultural erasure'.
Libya has signalled its readiness to work with European nations to reduce the flow of migrants crossing the Mediterranean, amid growing pressure on EU borders.
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