Author: Agence France-Presse

Former US President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social platform to congratulate Nigel Farage on his election victory to Britain’s parliament. However, Trump failed to acknowledge the new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, whose Labour Party achieved a landslide victory. Farage, a close ally of Trump known as “Mr. Brexit,” secured a seat with his anti-immigration Reform UK party. Despite only winning five seats, Farage’s win marks a shift in British politics towards populism. The victory is seen as a potential takeover of the Conservative Party, with Farage aiming to fill a gap on the center-right of British politics. The…

European leaders are expressing concerns about Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s rumored visit to Moscow, considering his close ties with the Kremlin despite the EU’s stance on Russia’s aggression towards Ukraine. Orban recently assumed the EU’s rotating presidency, giving Hungary significant influence over the bloc’s agenda. Council President Charles Michel emphasized that the rotating presidency does not authorize engagement with Russia on the EU’s behalf, especially regarding Ukraine. This comes amid reports that Orban plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, following a recent visit to Kyiv. During his visit to Kyiv, Orban encouraged Ukraine to strive for…

Exciting updates from the UK election! Polls suggest a historic win for Labour, with Keir Starmer likely to become Prime Minister at 61. This marks the party’s first victory since 2005, with projections showing their biggest win ever. Starmer urged voters to participate, emphasizing the importance of shaping Britain’s future. Keir Starmer, leader of the Labour Party, on Wednesday. Photo: Bloomberg The Tories might face a record defeat, with indications that several ministers could be ousted. Rishi Sunak, the Prime Minister, is facing backlash for his campaign decisions, and Labour has gained key endorsements from major newspapers. Britain’s Prime Minister…

Canada made history as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appointed Lieutenant-General Jennie Carignan as the first woman to lead the military of a G7 and Nato member nation. A highly decorated soldier and mother of four, Carignan will be promoted to the rank of general and take over as the chief of the Defence Staff on July 18. Trudeau expressed confidence in Carignan’s capabilities to strengthen Canada’s security amidst challenging global security threats during a press conference in Montreal. Carignan’s appointment comes at a crucial time, as the Canadian Armed Forces are facing issues with a toxic culture that has been…

The iconic UK tabloid, The Sun, made waves by endorsing the Labour party for the upcoming elections, citing the ruling Conservatives as “exhausted” and divided after 14 years in power. The newspaper, known for its influence, last backed Labour during Tony Blair’s tenure in 1997. With Britons predicted to elect Labour by a landslide, The Sun previewed its front page for Thursday with a playful football-themed headline: “Time for a new manager.” It praised Labour leader Keir Starmer for bringing the party back to the center ground of British politics. The tabloid declared the Conservatives as “exhausted” and endorsed Starmer’s…

Trash-carrying balloons sent by North Korea across the border have disrupted more than 100 flights carrying 10,000 passengers, a South Korean lawmaker said on Wednesday. Pyongyang has floated over 1,000 balloons carrying bags of trash into South Korea in retaliation for anti-Kim Jong-un propaganda sent by southern activists. The balloon launches have disrupted 115 commercial jets, affecting more than 10,000 passengers, and have caused delays and diversions for incoming and outgoing flights. South Korea MP Jeong Jun-ho highlighted the disruptions caused by the balloons, including 15 jets being forced to land elsewhere, affecting passengers from the United States. The disruptions…

Belgrade police arrested a man carrying a crossbow and other weapons near a police station two days after a crossbow attack at the Israeli embassy. The man, who had a backpack with a crossbow, knives, and firecrackers, was apprehended after attempting to evade officers. Police are investigating his motives and searching his apartment. The suspect was not on the government’s list of potential extremists. He claimed to be pursued by the mafia and secret services. Police have stated that further medical examinations and actions will be decided by the prosecutor. The attacker, identified as a Serbian convert to Islam, was…

Norway’s sovereignty over Svalbard is at risk as the government considers a potential sale of a property to foreign buyers. The 1920 treaty grants citizens of signatory powers like Russia and China rights to exploit mineral resources on the Arctic archipelago. However, Norway is cautious about losing control over the territory. The Norwegian government’s offer of 20 million kroner for the property, owned by a company controlled by a Russian-born Norwegian, was rejected. Chinese interest in the High Arctic and Svalbard’s last private land raises concerns about stability and Norwegian interests in the region. Critics doubt the feasibility of the…

As Egypt grapples with severe power outages amid scorching temperatures, the southern city of Aswan has been hit particularly hard. Residents are facing up to four hours of blackouts daily, leading to water shortages and spoiled food. The situation is dire, with reports of heat-related deaths adding to the misery. The nationwide frustration over the frequent and prolonged blackouts has sparked criticism, even from government supporters. Concerns over rising electricity prices only add to the public’s discontent. High school students keep cool by studying in the Alexandria Library in Egypt. Photo: AFP Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has promised to end…

A Serbian police officer was forced to use self-defence against a man who shot him with a crossbow in front of the Israeli embassy in Belgrade, resulting in the attacker’s death. The Serbian prime minister labeled the incident as a “heinous terrorist act”, with early indications linking the attack to individuals associated with the Wahhabi movement. Several arrests were made in connection to the incident, and security measures in Belgrade were heightened. Despite the attack, Serbian Prime Minister Milos Vucevic condemned it as an “act of insanity” that should not reflect on any religion or nation. The Israeli embassy confirmed…