Pro-Iranian forces in Syria warn US of response to air strikes
Pro-Iranian forces in Syria have said they have a “long arm” to respond to further United States air strikes on their positions, after…
Hotel Rwanda hero Paul Rusesabagina’s prison sentence commuted
DEVELOPING STORY, Rusesabagina, who was serving a 25-year sentence in Rwanda on ‘terrorism’ charges, is expected to be released on Saturday. Paul Rusesabagina,…
Zelenskyy calls on EU to give jets, missiles or expect a long war
The Ukrainian president’s pointed comments on the need for modern weapons represented an unusually open display of frustration with EU leaders. Ukrainian President…
Nigerian separatist leader’s brother loses London court challenge
Nnamdi Kanu’s family argued in court that he was a victim of extraordinary rendition from Kenya to Nigeria in June 2021. Jailed Biafran…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 393
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 393rd day, we take a look at the main developments. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy poses for a…
Lebanese take to streets as anger over economic meltdown grows
Security forces fire tear gas at protesting crowds rallying in Beirut against worsening economic conditions. Lebanese officers have fired tear gas at hundreds…
Why are many Alaska Natives supporting a US oil mega project?
On Wednesday, March 22 at 19:30 GMT: The US government has just approved one of the largest-ever oil drilling projects on federal lands.…
What is Nowruz and how is the Persian New Year celebrated?
Nowruz – No-Ruz or Farsi for “new day” – is an ancient festival celebrating the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.…
Pushback in Australia against increasingly draconian protest laws
Australian climate campaigner Deanna ‘Violet’ CoCo found herself facing a 15-month prison sentence after she and three other activists drove a truck onto…
