Zelenskyy preparing for summer elections, says The Economist
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may hold elections as early as this summer, and he intends to run for a second term, The Economist reports.
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Iran declare themselves ready for the US.
TEHRAN - The Tehran Times has learned that Iran's armed forces have readied missiles with the capability to strike US-related positions, amid ongoing threats of military action from President Donald Trump if Tehran does not agree to a new nuclear agreement on his terms.
'We stand by your side': Germany's Scholz condemns Trump's attacks on Canada
Trump threatens to bomb Iran if nuclear deal can’t be reached
WHO must cut budget by 20% after US withdrawal
The Geneva-based World Health Organization (WHO) has proposed cutting its budget by a fifth. This comes after its largest contributor, the US, decided to withdraw.
Greenland's prime minister says the US will not get the island
One in Five Americans Want Their State to Secede and Join Canada: Poll
Trump says military force not off the table for Greenland after Danish FM scolds his administration
The Danish foreign minister has scolded the Trump administration for its “tone” in criticizing Denmark and Greenland, saying his country is already investing more into Arctic security and remains open to more cooperation with the U.S.
Erdogan in Eid al-Fitr holiday greeting: 'May Allah destroy Israel'
Turkish president called for Israel’s destruction during a mosque visit marking the end of Ramadan: 'May Allah destroy Zionist Israel. We must see everything happening in Palestine, unite and be strong'
Trump says "there will be bombing" if Iran does not make nuclear deal
Hamas begins brutal crackdown on Gaza protests with torture, executions
Residents in the enclave say terror group executed at least six organizers; Gaza City resident returned to his family after four hours of torture and died shortly afterward, while others reported missing
Russia Gears Up for Major Spring Offensive Against Ukraine, Set to Last ‘Almost All of 2025’
'Not a hope in hell': Irish politicians roundly reject Conor McGregor's presidential bid
Responses ranged from "not a hope in hell" to "I could not think of anyone more unfit" and "I would genuinely rather we didn't have a president at all".
Overseas Dalai Lama reincarnation ‘could not be recognised’ by Beijing
The Drepung Monastery in Lhasa has the capacity to look for the exiled spiritual leader’s successor under Beijing’s supervision, Tibetology researcher says.
South Korea, China, Japan agree to promote regional trade as Trump tariffs loom
China, Japan, S. Korea Renew Free-Trade Call, Vow to Build Ties
Countries boost recruitment of American scientists amid cuts to scientific funding
American scientists have long worked abroad, but recruitment efforts are increasing due to cuts by the Trump administration.
Rare Earth Reality Check: Ukraine Doesn’t Have Mineable Deposits
A chaotic Oval Office press conference on Feb. 28 revealed a nonsensical U.S.-Ukraine deal for rare earths, baffling experts who knew Ukraine lacks viable deposits. Is Trump’s rare-earth strategy misguided political theater? With China dominating the market, why ignore U.S. resources? #RareEarths #PoliticalDrama
Trump says U.S. will 'get Greenland,' military force may not be needed but not ruled out
Putin’s £275,000 Limousine Explodes In Moscow.
A limousine from Vladimir Putin's official fleet exploded and caught fire near the FSB headquarters in Moscow. The driver, passengers, or cause of the fire remain unknown, but no injuries were reported. Onlookers attempted to help before emergency services arrived. The incident has led to tightened security measures in the area.