Vatican Alarm on Mideast War
Pope Leo XIV appealed for “responsibility and reason and commitment to build a safer world, free from nuclear threats.” Pope Leo XIV
Kyiv Awaits Russian Retaliation
A Western diplomatic source confirmed Russia’s response had begun but warned it would likely intensify…reports Asian Lite News The United States believes
Russia, Ukraine Resume Talks
The upcoming talks follow a significant hiatus in diplomatic engagement between the two nations, which have been locked in a brutal conflict
AU marks Africa Day 2025 with a call for justice, unity
This year’s theme, “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent through Reparations,” honours the memory of those who suffered under slavery
‘EU, US trade talks require respect not threats’
Trump has proposed a 50 per cent tariff on all goods from the EU, expressing frustration with the slow pace of trade
EU lifts all economic sanctions on Syria
The European Union agreed to lift all remaining economic sanctions on Syria, hoping the relief will ease access to financial funds and
Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds more prisoners
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russia’s defense ministry said each side brought home 307 more soldiers on Saturday Russia and Ukraine exchanged
‘India, EU to negotiate FTA by year-end’
Ackermann highlighted Europe’s sensible and calm approach in times of uncertainty, citing its reaction to recent developments in the United States as
Murmu Strengthens EU Outreach in Slovakia
President Droupadi Murmu and President Peter Pellegrini reviewed the full spectrum of India–Slovakia relations and reaffirmed their commitment to expanding cooperation across
EU prepares retaliation for Trump’s tariffs
The European Commission is assembling a fresh round of counter-tariffs aimed at US goods, adding to two existing lists of potential targets—one