Europe

Pro-Palestinian groups sue Dutch government over genocide in Gaza

Further, the organisation emphasised that the Netherlands has a legal duty to prevent violations of international law, including the 1948 UN Genocide Convention, in the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank.

2024-11-22T15:18:36.137651+00:00 IST

Hungary calls ICC’s arrest warrants against Israeli PM “brazen"

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has strongly condemned the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling it "brazen, cynical and completely unacceptable."

2024-11-22T14:26:28.395383+00:00 IST

Danish Navy monitors Chinese ship seen near undersea Baltic cables

The severed cables were crucial for internet connectivity between Finland, Germany, Sweden, and Lithuania

2024-11-22T11:22:03.994868+00:00 IST

Ukraine reports launch of ICBM on Dnipro region by Russia

The Ukrainian Air Force on Thursday said that Russia launched a massive missile attack on the city of Dnipro, involving intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). It further reported that the attack involved a range of missiles, including an intercontinental ballistic missile launched from the Astrakhan region of Russia

2024-11-21T09:18:54.180808+00:00 IST

European Council backs Deforestation Regulation amendment

The European Council in Brussels has expressed its support for the proposed targeted amendment to the European Union Deforestation Regulation, which includes postponing its application date by 12 months.

2024-11-20T17:41:55.148319+00:00 IST

US, Italy, Spain, Greece temporarily close embassies in Ukraine

The United States embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine, has temporarily closed its premises due to a potential significant air attack. The Italian, Spanish, and Greek embassies in Kyiv also announced that they will remain closed to the public today.

2024-11-20T14:57:47.155902+00:00 IST

Ukraine fires six US-produced ATACMS missiles at Bryansk: Russia

Russia's Defence Ministry on Tuesday reported that Ukrainian forces fired six US-produced ATACMS missiles at Russia's Bryansk region, with five being shot down by S-400 and Pantsir AA systems, and one causing a fire after its fragments fell in the technical zone of a military facility.

2024-11-19T17:54:23.756925+00:00 IST

1000 days of Ukraine-Russia war: Kyiv urges partners for support

The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) issued a statement marking 1,000 days since Russia's full-scale military invasion, expressing gratitude for international support and urged to contribute to the implementation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's victory plan.

2024-11-19T17:53:26.863073+00:00 IST

Russia slams Biden's decision allowing Ukraine to strike Russia

Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said termed it as "qualitatively new round of escalation" of tensions and a "qualitatively new situation" in terms of the involvement of the United States in this conflict, as reported by TASS.

2024-11-18T11:18:57.311840+00:00 IST

UK Minister reaffirms to strengthen ties with India

During her two-day visit to India, Catherine West, the UK's Minister for the Indo-Pacific, emphasised the UK's dedication to strengthening its partnership with India. Her visit includes discussions on climate, technology, education, and development, along with continued efforts toward negotiating a Free Trade Agreement. West also celebrated the shared cultural and historical ties between the UK and India.

2024-11-18T09:14:20.276998+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy thanks international partners for air defence support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his deep gratitude to international partners for their support in providing air defence systems and missiles to Ukraine. He also stressed the need for a decisive action from global community, particularly as G20 leaders meet, urging them "not to turn a blind eye to Russia's continued terror."

2024-11-18T05:21:28.225021+00:00 IST

UAE stamps bearing symbols of coexistence on display in ‘Treasure

The 'Treasures of the Wise Men' exhibition, organised by the Magos Foundation in collaboration with the Higher Committee of Human Fraternity (HCHF), was held on the sidelines of the Forum for Tolerance and Peaceful Coexistence in the city of Malaga, Andalusia, yesterday. The event saw wide attendance from politicians, influencers, artists, media representatives, as well as officials from UNESCO and the United Nations.

2024-11-17T17:48:14.603780+00:00 IST

UKPNP slams PCB's plan to host Champions Trophy tour in PoJK

"By proposing to bring the ICC Champions Trophy to these areas, Pakistan is not only violating international norms but also attempting to politicize sports to legitimize its illegal occupation," Maqsood said. "Such actions further deny the Kashmiri people their basic rights and aspirations for self-determination," he added.

2024-11-17T13:56:57.324553+00:00 IST

Russia attacks Ukraine's energy infrastructure, says Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned a "massive combined attack" launched by Russian forces, targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, resulting in damaged facilities, power outages, and loss of life.

2024-11-17T10:47:56.769055+00:00 IST

Scholz-Putin call opens 'pandora's box,' accuses Zelenskyy

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin held their first conversation in nearly two years on Friday, marking a significant diplomatic exchange amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, Al Jazeera reported.

2024-11-16T09:26:35.288153+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy says Trump could end war sooner

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed optimism that US President-elect Donald Trump's administration could expedite the resolution of the war with Russia. In an interview, Zelenskyy highlighted alignment with Trump on Ukraine's position, while emphasising the need for a just peace. He also noted that the White House's new policies could accelerate an end to the conflict

2024-11-16T03:09:22.251379+00:00 IST

Scholz urges Putin to show willingness to negotiate with Ukraine

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Friday held a telephonic conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

2024-11-15T17:47:30.032624+00:00 IST

EC warns Belgium about rising public spending

Without changed policies, Belgium risks its budget deficit rising to 4.9 per cent of GDP in 2025, the European Commission has warned in its new economic growth forecast.

2024-11-15T17:29:00.606653+00:00 IST

UN calls for release of detained Chinese human rights lawyers

The United Nations Human Rights Office expressed regret over the conviction and sentencing of human rights lawyer Yu Wensheng and his wife, Xu Yan and called for their "immediate and unconditional release."

2024-11-15T16:32:51.499459+00:00 IST

Russia to host Young Scientists Congress from November 27-29

The IV Young Scientists Congress is scheduled to take place from November 27 to 29 at the Sirius Federal Territory in Russia. One of the features of the business programme in the IV Young Scientists Congress is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for simultaneous translation into four languages: Russian, English, Chinese, and French.

2024-11-15T14:31:17.839934+00:00 IST

Russia attacks Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk, Kharkiv: Zelenskyy

Sharing a post on X, Ukrainian President wrote, "Russia does not stop shelling Ukraine, terrorizing our regions, peaceful cities, and communities. Over the past 24 hours, the occupiers have been shelling the Donetsk region--where a drone strike claimed one life--along with Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, Luhansk, Kherson, Sumy and Chernihiv regions, using artillery, drones, and guided aerial bombs."

2024-11-15T10:42:46.040809+00:00 IST