Russia hopes to wear down Ukraine with mass strikes, say analysts
January 05, 2024 12:00 AM It comes at a time when Kyiv is urging Western allies to provide more weapons. Read More
German coalition dilutes 2024 subsidy cuts after farmer backlash
January 04, 2024 10:54 PM Germany’s coalition has agreed to change its 2024 budget plans, a government spokesperson said on Thursday, after subsidy cuts proposed to bring spending in line…
UK foreign minister Cameron: Red Sea attacks must stop
January 04, 2024 9:44 PM Attacks on cargo vessels in Red Sea shipping lanes have to stop otherwise international action will be taken, British Foreign Secretary David Cameron said on…
Israel’s vital tech sector to gain from return of army reservists
January 04, 2024 9:15 PM Israel’s wartime economy will get a much-awaited boost as the military gradually releases reservists fighting in the Gaza Strip so they can return to their…
UK’s Sunak: expect to hold election in second half of year
January 04, 2024 9:04 PM British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Thursday he expected to call a national election in the second half of this year, all but ruling…
Israel focuses assault on southern Gaza amid concern over spread of war
January 04, 2024 9:00 PM Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza is nearing the three-month mark. Read More
Putin offers citizenship to foreigners who fight for Russia
January 04, 2024 8:29 PM President Vladimir Putin issued a decree on Thursday allowing foreign nationals who fight for Russia in Ukraine to obtain Russian citizenship for themselves and their…
Vatican moves to calm bishops over same-sex blessings approval
January 04, 2024 8:04 PM The Vatican on Thursday moved to calm Catholic bishops in some countries who have reacted negatively to last month’s approval of blessings for same-sex couples,…
Africa, AI to be key G7 issues for Italy, Meloni says
January 04, 2024 7:49 PM Africa and the dangers posed by artificial intelligence (AI) will be two of the key themes for Italy during its one-year presidency of the Group…
‘We smelled burning rubber’: Singaporeans recount experience at Tokyo airport after Japan Airlines collision
Singaporeans who were at Haneda Airport tell CNA they were shocked by the incident, and felt relieved after touching down in Changi.Read More