International

Thursday, June 19th 2025 - 09:02 UTC
Falklands/Malvinas dispute must be resolved through peaceful and negotiated means, reiterates UN C24

The United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization on Wednesday adopted a new resolution reiterating its position that the sovereignty dispute over the Falkland/Malvinas Islands between Argentina and the UK, must be resolved through peaceful and negotiated means.
Thursday, June 19th 2025 - 08:54 UTC
China Eastern announces service to Ezeiza through Auckland

China Eastern Airlines will launch in December a new air route linking Shanghai and Buenos Aires, with a stopover in Auckland, New Zealand. It will be the first direct route between China and Argentina, operating twice a week with Boeing 777s. This “southern pass” is a faster, more convenient alternative to traditional routes through Europe or North America, it was explained.
Wednesday, June 18th 2025 - 23:06 UTC
Falklands elected lawmakers demand respect for self-determination from UN C24

On Wednesday 18 June, two elected members from the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly, MLAs Mark Pollard and Peter Biggs addressed the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization, better known as the Committee of 24.
Wednesday, June 18th 2025 - 22:11 UTC
Trump has world guessing his next step regarding Iran

US President Donald Trump insisted Wednesday it was too late for the Islamic regime of the Ayatollahs to discuss the conditions of a nuclear plan. The Republican leader made those remarks as he keeps the world guessing his next steps towards Iran, including the possible direct involvement of US forces alongside Israel's in the ongoing war. “Nobody knows what I'm going to do,” Trump told reporters.
Wednesday, June 18th 2025 - 10:33 UTC
Latin American countries evacuate diplomatic missions in Tehran

Most Latin American countries have evacuated their diplomatic missions in Tehran as the conflict between Israel and Iran escalates to unprecedented levels, with some Western analysts even fearing possible use of nuclear weaponry.
Wednesday, June 18th 2025 - 08:15 UTC
UK to introduce legislation on High Seas Treaty by end of year

The UK Government will introduce a bill by the end of the year, to enable ratification of the BBNJ Agreement (sometimes referred to as the High Seas Treaty), the Marine Minister has announced.
Wednesday, June 18th 2025 - 05:05 UTC
First ever female, Blaise Metreweli appointed UK’s MI6 chief

The first ever female Chief of the UK’s 116 years Secret Intelligence Service, (MI6), Blaise Metreweli, has been announced by the Prime Minister Kerir Starmer. MI6, officially the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS), is responsible for gathering foreign intelligence and operating overseas.
Tuesday, June 17th 2025 - 21:15 UTC
Falklands MLAs address the UN C24 Committee on Wednesday

The Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly announced that it “is pleased” to confirm that MLA Pete Biggs and MLA Mark Pollard will attend and speak at the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization (C24) in New York on Wednesday, 18 June 2025.
Tuesday, June 17th 2025 - 09:14 UTC
Trump cuts G7 Summit short due to Middle East war

US President Donald Trump abruptly left the G7 summit in Kananaskis (Alberta), Canada, to return to Washington, DC, to address the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. “I have to be back early for obvious reasons. They understand. This is big stuff,” Trump explained after dinner.
Tuesday, June 17th 2025 - 08:53 UTC
Israel's Ambassador to Uruguay discusses Iran with Montevideo press

Israeli Ambassador to Montevideo Michal Hershkovitz discussed her country's conflict with Iran and insisted that the ongoing military operation sought to counter Tehran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs, which she claims threaten Israel's existence.