In a significant development, three European powers said “we are rapidly reaching the end of the road” to save the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. Their comments suggests that unofficial U.S.-Iran talks on preserving the pact is probably close to collapse…. Read More ›
Geopolitics
Israel-UAE hold historic meeting, Iran continues to be in focus
In the first ever public meeting, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan played host to Israel’s prime minister Naftali Bennett, following the formalisation of Israel-UAE ties in 2020. Ahead of the talks, Israeli ambassador to Abu Dhabi… Read More ›
US Space Force conducts space war simulations to test resilience of US satellite communication networks
Weeks after Russia shot down an ageing communication satellite, the United States has begun testing the resilience of its satellite communication networks in order to deter threats from China and Russia. The computer-aided simulations included potential shooting down of U.S…. Read More ›
Britain considering all options if Russia invades Ukraine
In a significant development, British foreign minister Liz Truss said, Britain is considering all options in the event of a Russian invasion of Ukraine. She highlighted the fact that Britain has used economic sanctions in the past to send diplomatic… Read More ›
South Africa Has Not Yet Witnessed Any Indications Of Enhanced Omicron Severity
South African experts said on Friday that there is no evidence that the Omicron coronavirus variant is causing more severe sickness, as government announced preparations to provide vaccination boosters as daily infections hit an all-time high. Late last month, South Africa… Read More ›
Biden pledges increased military support to NATO following Russian troop buildup near Ukrainian border
U.S. President Joe Biden has promised NATO members countries in central Europe of heightened military support following concerns of a Russian troop build-up near the Ukrainian border. Biden has also reassured its allies that Washington would not reach any agreement… Read More ›
30.6% Surge In Vegetable Prices Surge In China In November Amid Soaring Food Costs
Prices of fresh vegetables in China surged by as much as 30.6 per cent in November compared to their prices in the same month a year ago, showed the latest statistics from the country’s National Bureau of Statistics on Thursday…. Read More ›
Australia joins diplomatic boycott of Winter Olympic games in Beijing
On Wednesday, in a statement Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said, Australia will join the United States in a diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympic Games in Beijing. Australia’s move comes as other allies weigh similar moves to draw attention… Read More ›
India Russia sign 28 investment pacts
In a statement Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said, New Delhi and Moscow have signed 28 investment pacts including deals on shipbuilding, steel, energy and coal. Putin’s visit to India comes at a time when Russia has just commenced… Read More ›
Britain aims to strengthen trade ties with US: trade minister Anne-Marie Trevelyan
British trade minister Anne-Marie Trevelyan will seek to strengthen trade relationship with the United States during her visit to New York and Washington on her trip to the United States this week. A full trade relation between the two countries… Read More ›