Ukrainian President Zelensky Expresses Frustration Over Russia’s Low-Level Delegation at Istanbul Peace Talks
On Friday, May 16, 2025, peace talks between Russia and Ukraine took place in Istanbul, Turkey, marking a significant moment in the ongoing conflict. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed…
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MADRID, April 24, 2025 — Spain’s government announced on Thursday it has terminated a contentious €7 million ($7.5 million) agreement to purchase ammunition from Israel, citing ethical concerns and mounting…
Samsung Thrives Amid US-China Trade War, Outshines Apple in Turbulent Market
As the US-China trade war reshapes global supply chains, South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics has emerged as an unexpected winner, reporting robust profits in 2023 despite economic headwinds. Meanwhile,…
The Impending Catastrophe: Israel’s Blockade and the Specter of Mass Starvation in Gaza
The situation in Gaza has reached a critical juncture, teetering on the precipice of a humanitarian catastrophe of unprecedented scale. Recent reports highlighting Israel's obstruction of aid deliveries paint a…
Indonesia and US Strike 5 Key Deals to Counter Trump-Era Tariffs, Strengthen Economic Ties
In a significant move to reset trade relations, Indonesia and the United States have finalized five strategic agreements aimed at addressing longstanding disputes over tariffs imposed during the Trump administration.…
A Shift in Tone? President Trump Urges Israel to Show “Goodness” to Gaza
The unexpected statement made by former US President Donald Trump on Friday, April 25th, 2025, has sent ripples through the international community, particularly given its subject matter: the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.…
Ecuador Shaken by Magnitude 6.3 Earthquake
On Friday, April 25th, 2025, Ecuador experienced a significant seismic event, a magnitude 6.3 earthquake that struck at approximately 6:45 AM local time. While the tremor caused widespread concern and…
Resurgence of Separatist Movements in Papua, Maluku, and Aceh Draws International Attention
The recent appearance of slogans such as “Free Aceh,” “Free Maluku,” and “Free Papua” at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) has reignited global discussions about Indonesia’s…
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USTR Renewed Criticism of Indonesia’s Nickel Ore Export Ban
Washington, April 24, 2025 – The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has once again called out Indonesia’s long-standing prohibition on nickel ore exports as a significant barrier…
Global Crude Oil Prices Climb Nearly 1% as US Imposes Fresh Sanctions on Iran
World crude oil prices rose nearly 1% during trading on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, following the announcement of new U.S. sanctions targeting Iran’s energy sector. The sanctions, aimed at curtailing…
Kyrgyzstan’s Anthem Contest: A Quest for National Identity Beyond the Soviet Shadow
Kyrgyzstan's recent announcement of a national competition to compose a new national anthem signals more than just a musical rearrangement; it represents a profound yearning to redefine national identity and…
China’s FM Wang Yi Urges Indonesia’s Sugiono to Jointly Oppose Unilateralism
On Monday, April 21, 2025, at a joint press conference following the inaugural “2+2” ministerial dialogue in Beijing, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on his Indonesian counterpart, Sugiono, to…
Australian Prime Minister Pauses Campaign to Attend Memorial Mass for Pope Francis
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese abruptly canceled several federal election campaign events to attend a memorial Mass for the late Pope Francis at St Patrick’s Cathedral…
The Pragmatic Calculus of Closure: Analyzing the Potential Shutdown of the US Consulate in Medan
The escalating discourse surrounding budgetary constraints in the United States government has once again cast a long shadow over international relations. Recent reports suggesting the potential closure of the US…
Vietnamese Property Tycoon Truong My Lan’s Life Sentence Reduced to 30 Years in Historic $17 Billion Money Laundering Case
In a landmark ruling, Vietnamese property conglomerate Truong My Lan saw her life sentence commuted to 30 years imprisonment on appeal, following her conviction for orchestrating one of the largest…
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