Category: Global News
World Bank reform will remain elusive until this is understood
The bank has actually been very successful - just not for the poor it’s claimed to serve.
Why is Pakistan deporting undocumented Afghans?
Afghan government has called Pakistan's decision to expel Afghans living in the country without approval 'unacceptable'.
Biden administration to extend US border wall, begin Venezuela deportations
President Joe Biden's government to carry forward a signature policy of former President Donald Trump.
Iran’s Narges Mohammadi wins 2023 Nobel Peace Prize
Iranian rights activist Narges Mohammadi wins 2023 Nobel Peace Prize.
Death toll rises to 40 in India’s Sikkim flooding after lake overflow
Thousands are rescued but dozens remain missing two days after heavy rainfall prompted a glacial lake to overflow.
Deadly floods in India’s Himalayas after lake bursts through major dam
Rescue workers are searching for nearly 100 people after flash floods triggered by heavy rainfall killed at least 40.
US shoots down Turkish drone over Syria after attacks near Hasakah
The incident comes as Turkey intensifies its military operation in northern Syria after a suicide bombing in Ankara.
A look back at 1973’s October War
It is 50 years since the start of the war between Israel, Egypt and Syria, known to Arabs as the October War.
Ex-President Donald Trump endorses Jim Jordan to be US House Speaker
The former president backs House Judiciary Committee chairman for the key position after removal of Kevin McCarthy.
The October 1973 War: How it led to the first Arab recognition of Israel
Fifty years after the Arab-Israeli war, Israel continues to occupy the West Bank, East Jerusalem and Gaza.