Former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, a prominent advocate for Scotland’s independence from the United Kingdom, has passed away at the age of 69. His death has prompted tributes from numerous political figures, including U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who described Salmond as a “monumental figure” in both Scottish and…

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has expressed his incredulity at allegations accusing him of facilitating the collapse of peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia during the early stages of the conflict. In his recently published memoir titled “Unleashed,” Johnson describes a moment that left him stunned, which occurred while…

On Saturday, a series of rocket alarm sirens echoed across Israel as Hezbollah militants in Lebanon launched a significant barrage of attacks coinciding with Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. The Israeli army reported that approximately 320 missiles and drones were fired at northern Israel, with most…

7-Eleven’s parent company, Seven & I Holdings, has announced plans to close over 400 locations across North America after these stores displayed “underperforming” metrics in the second quarter of FY 2024. According to a recent earnings report, the total of 444 closures represents approximately 3 percent of the company’s entire…

The current political landscape has taken a tense turn following multiple assassination attempts against Donald Trump, the Republican presidential candidate. In light of these threats, President Joe Biden has indicated that Trump’s urgent requests for increased security should be met, including military transport. Biden stated firmly that Trump should receive…

On Saturday, hundreds of protesters converged in the northeastern German town of Jüterborg as the Berlin chapter of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) convened to select its leader for the upcoming parliamentary elections. The party, known for its staunch anti-immigration stance, opted for Beatrix von Storch, who has previously…

NATO’s ongoing review of its policy towards Russia comes at a critical juncture, as highlighted by recent statements from US officials. Set against the backdrop of severely strained relations following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the existing framework of cooperation established by the 1997 NATO-Russia Founding Act is…

The recent fire on board the German oil tanker Annika has prompted significant concern and necessitated a major rescue operation. The incident occurred off the Baltic Sea coast, approximately 4.5 kilometers from Rostock, leading to the immediate dispatch of three fire boats and a robust response from maritime emergency services.…

The recent escalation of tensions in the Israel-Lebanon border region has been starkly underscored by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) releasing documentation of extensive Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon. Photographs and videos show how every house in a local village has been repurposed into facilities supporting Hezbollah’s military agenda, particularly…

The ongoing military conflict between the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Hamas in northern Gaza has intensified significantly in recent days. The IDF has focused its operations in the area of Jabaliya to combat Hamas militants who are attempting to reorganize and regroup following earlier defeats. As a result of…

President Emmanuel Macron has recently highlighted the ongoing military instruction program in northeastern France designed to support Ukrainian forces in their conflict against Russia. This initiative involves the training of a 2,300-soldier Ukrainian brigade, known as ‘Anne of Kiev,’ organized by the French military in the Grand Est region. Macron…