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Former President Donald Trump has reportedly instructed his aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran, particularly targeting the Strait of Hormuz. He also issued a stern warning to Iran, stating they "better get smart soon."
A former South Korean president has had their prison sentence increased to seven years on appeal for obstruction of justice. The ruling comes after the ex-leader was found guilty of attempting to avoid arrest.
A House panel in the Philippines decided not to open a sealed box containing former President Duterte's tax records, a move described as 'saddening' by some groups. The panel instead passed the sealed documents to the Senate for review.
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has reportedly identified individuals allegedly hired by Vice President Sara Duterte to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides informed a Chevron delegation that internal procedures related to an agreement on Cypriot natural gas are close to completion, signaling progress in the energy sector.
Prime Minister Modi praised the high voter turnout in West Bengal's second phase of assembly elections, expressing confidence in a BJP 'hat-trick of victories' across five states.
A federal judge has directed the Justice Department to clarify whether it intends to contest former President Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS concerning the disclosure of his tax returns.
An article examines the accuracy of exit polls conducted during the 2021 elections in the Indian states of Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam.
President Trump is reportedly considering resuming limited military attacks on Iran while not ruling out diplomacy, with discussions also focusing on a potential naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to cut off Iranian revenue. The UK has stated it will not join Trump's proposed blockade of Iran's ports.
Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR) have formally presented a no-confidence motion against the Liberal-led government and Prime Minister Bolojan in Parliament. The motion accuses the government of mismanaging public assets and seeks to remove the center-right administration.
Vice President Sara Duterte's legal team stated that the House of Representatives' finding of probable cause for impeachment was expected, arguing the chamber deviated from its constitutional design.
President Marcos announced new government initiatives, including expanded maternity benefits under PhilHealth and increased financial and technological support for Filipino inventors. These measures aim to bolster social welfare and innovation in the Philippines.
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukrainian long-range weapons are now capable of hitting targets at distances exceeding 1,500 kilometers and that Ukraine will continue to extend this range.
Prime Minister Modi lauded West Bengal's high voter turnout in the second phase of assembly elections, highlighting a "fearless atmosphere." He expressed confidence in a BJP hat-trick of victories…
Democrats are pressuring Donald Trump to implement a ban on Chinese-made passenger vehicles in the U.S., as the former president prepares for a potential meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
The European Parliament has supported proposals to increase the EU's long-term budget and introduce new taxes to fund farming and poorer regions. These plans are expected to lead to disagreements with member states, including Germany.
Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar held a high-stakes meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels. The discussions are seen as a potential step towards unblocking European Union funds for Hungary, following recent political shifts in the country.
The Philippine House justice panel concluded its impeachment hearings against Vice President Sara Duterte, finding probable cause to proceed with the case. The impeachment complaint, which included allegations related to her character and financial matters, now awaits plenary debates in the House.
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) confirmed to lawmakers that a video showing Vice President Sara Duterte's November 2024 remarks about President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and others is authentic and unedited.
Batangas Rep. Gerville Luistro announced that the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) confirmed another transaction of Vice President Sara Duterte, as previously alleged by former Sen. Antonio Trillanes IV.
President Trump criticized Iran's negotiation tactics, stating they "don't know how to sign a non-nuclear deal" and urged them to "get smart soon." This comes as the US reportedly prepares for an…
Josh D’Amaro, the new head of Disney, is reportedly facing unexpected scrutiny and challenges from former President Trump and his administration.
In an interview with Le Monde, President Maia Sandu advocates for the European integration of Moldova, Ukraine and the Western Balkans to withstand Russian pressure.
The FCC has mandated early license renewals for Disney-owned ABC stations. This decision comes after renewed criticism of Jimmy Kimmel from former President Donald Trump and the former first lady.