Rwanda's capital, Kigali, is "safer than London," according to the minister of Rishi Sunak.
According to British Deputy Foreign Secretary Andrew Mitchell, Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, is "arguably safer than London." Does he have any merit to his claim? To what extent is London unsafe?
US businesses want to invest $8 billion in Vietnam.
Fifteen American companies, including well-known semiconductor companies, are eager to invest eight billion dollars in Vietnam's renewable energy infrastructure. This significant commitment entails a strategy change as US companies aggressively look for new opportunities in the context of de-risking from China.
In southern Gaza, an Israeli strike claimed the life of the boss of Al Jazeera's bureau in Gaza, his eldest son. While traveling in southern Gaza with other reporters, Hamza al-Dahdouh, an Al Jazeera journalist and videographer, was hit by a drone. A third reporter suffered injuries, and Mustafa Thuraya, a freelance journalist, also perished.
A new Japanese whaling ship has set off on its maiden voyage, escalating the debate over Tokyo's continuing backing for whale eating. Japan is one of just three nations that permit commercial whaling, and the new ocean-going mothership is the first of its kind built in 70 years.
Israeli politicians urge the EU and UK to acknowledge the Palestinian state for regional peace.
A group of eminent Israeli public personalities, including former ambassadors and academics, has asked European Union countries and the United Kingdom to recognize a Palestinian state immediately, citing historic justice values and the necessity for regional peace. Alon Liel, former Director of Israel's Foreign Ministry and ambassador to South Africa and one of the letter's signatories, underlined the necessity of diplomatic solutions above military action in dealing with Israel's current issues. He expressed concern about Israel's international reputation and the potential consequences of taking a military approach. Alon raised concern over recent developments, such as Egypt's apparent backing for a genocide lawsuit against Israel, warning that it could have serious diplomatic ramifications for Israel's Middle Eastern relations.
USDA releases information on bird flu, links bird virus to cattle movement The US Department of Agriculture has released updates regarding the avian flu virus circulating among dairy cattle. See to learn more.
Australia-China conflict: discussions on trade tariffs and regional security
Note to our audience: There are flash photography moments in this article. Australia and China claim they are headed toward improving their relations after years of strain and economic conflicts. Four years ago, the Australian government endorsed calls for an investigation into the origins of Covid-19, which caused a deterioration in relations. Trade tariffs imposed by China in retaliation are projected to have cost the Australian economy $13.7 billion.
US: In a defamation lawsuit, Donald Trump was mandated to pay E Jean Carroll an extra $83.3 million.
A New York jury on Friday ruled that former US President and presidential candidate Donald Trump must pay $83.3 million to writer E. Jean Carroll, whom he was deemed to have molested and sexually assaulted.
The historic oasis of Cuatro Cienegas, located in the northern state of Coahuila, Mexico, is in danger of extinction. Alfalfa plants have wavered beneath a light mist in Coahuila, a reminder of the area's long-standing agricultural heritage.
North Korea has bioweapons, according to the US, posing a new threat.
North Korea is developing biological weapons through genetic engineering, according to an assessment conducted by the United States. North Korea has access to smallpox and anthrax-causing germs and viruses. Is the Hermit Kingdom going to utilize them for biowarfare?
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