Category: Global News
Lebanon to present Hezbollah disarmament plan in coming days: US envoy
Tom Barrack says Beirut will set out plan on August 31; Hezbollah has rejected it as Israel continues attacks.
Hasbara with glitter: Israel’s politics of pleasure
Leisure has long been a colonial cover for brutality; Israel refines it with festivals, pride and travel culture.
Sri Lanka’s ex-President Wickremesinghe granted bail in embezzlement case
Ranil Wickremesinghe granted bail on a $16,600 bond after tense court hearing amid protests and tight security.
Trump news live: US president moves to fire Federal Reserve governor
Lisa Cook refuses to resign after Trump announces her dismissal from the Federal Reserve.
US warships head to Venezuela: Fight against cartels or imperial ambition?
Venezuela is sending troops to its border with Colombia to fight drug trafficking, amid mounting US pressure.
Legal expert calls for investigation into Gaza hospital attack
Experts are calling for Israel to be investigated over the ‘double-tap’ attack on Gaza’s Nasser Hospital.
Australia accuses Iran of attacking “Jewish targets”
“It's the first time since the second world war that Australia has asked a foreign ambassador to leave the country.”
Israeli protesters block highway with burning tyres
Israeli protesters blocked a highway with burning tyres to demand the return of of captives from Gaza.
Will Trump’s latest attack on the Fed erode central bank’s independence?
President Trump has said will fire Lisa Cook over alleged financial fraud, which could hand him more control of the Fed.
Indonesian police clash with students over MP salaries
Hundreds of demonstrators have clashed with riot police in Indonesia's capital Jakarta.