Foreign News

In a controversial decision, the U.S. Department of the Interior (DoI) announced on Friday that the Gulf of Mexico will now be officially referred to as the “Gulf of America”. This change follows a sweeping executive order signed by President Donald Trump, marking a bold new chapter in the nation’s history. The Gulf of Mexico […] More

The administration of President Donald Trump has directed federal agencies to terminate positions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The directive, issued on Friday, requires agency heads to dismiss DEI staff within 60 days and comes after employees in such roles were placed on paid leave earlier in the week. This decision is […] More

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) has been ordered to cease operations and vacate its premises in Jerusalem by January 30, 2025, according to a statement from Israel’s UN Ambassador, Danny Danon. This decision aligns with recent Israeli legislation barring UNRWA’s presence in Israel and East Jerusalem. The law, which […] More

Hamas plans to release four Israeli women soldiers held captive since its October 7, 2023, attack as part of a truce agreement in the ongoing Gaza conflict. The exchange, scheduled for Saturday, will also include the release of a second group of Palestinian prisoners. On Friday, Israel confirmed receiving a list of names of the […] More

US military planes carrying expelled migrants have begun arriving in Latin America as President Donald Trump intensifies efforts to curb illegal immigration. On Friday, Guatemalan authorities reported the arrival of 265 deportees on three separate flights — two military-operated and one chartered. In a related move, Washington also sent four deportation flights to Mexico on […] More

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed a willingness to engage in talks with former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This statement has sparked speculation about potential discussions between the two leaders on resolving the crisis. Speaking to Russian state TV, Putin stated, “As for the issue of negotiations… we have […] More

Kenya has announced a new visa-free travel policy for citizens of almost all African countries, marking a significant step toward regional integration and tourism growth. The country’s cabinet revealed that the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, previously required for entry, will now be dropped for African visitors—except for Somalia and Libya, citing security concerns. This […] More

The Kremlin confirmed on Friday that President Vladimir Putin is open to holding discussions with US President Donald Trump but is awaiting “signals” from the United States to move forward. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov shared with the press: “Putin is ready. We are waiting for signals” from Washington, highlighting the Russian leader’s willingness to engage […] More

United Airlines Flight UA613, a Boeing 787-8, declared an emergency while en route from Lagos to Washington D.C., prompting a return to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA). The flight, which had 245 passengers, eight flight attendants, and three pilots, encountered a technical issue that led to an emergency landing. The aircraft, which had been flying […] More

The US government carried out a significant operation on Thursday, arresting 538 illegal migrants and deporting hundreds in one of the largest mass deportation operations in US history. According to a statement from President Donald Trump’s press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, the arrests and deportations were part of an ongoing effort to address illegal immigration. Leavitt […] More

Former US President Donald Trump expressed his preference to avoid imposing tariffs on China, despite his firm stance on the issue during his presidential campaign. In an interview with Fox News, Trump highlighted the United States’ leverage over China, describing tariffs as a powerful tool to influence negotiations. He stated: “We have something that they […] More

Bangkok is grappling with a severe air pollution crisis, forcing 352 schools across 31 districts to close on Friday, according to city authorities. This alarming development comes as the Thai capital ranks as the world’s seventh-most polluted major city, as reported by air quality monitor IQAir. For years, seasonal air pollution has plagued Thailand and […] More