International

Thursday, April 25th 2024 - 20:01 UTC
ICAO agrees to review Venezuela's claim against Argentina regarding the Emtrasur freighter

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has agreed to review Venezuela's complaint against Argentina for seizing the Boeing 747-300 freighter belonging to Conviasa's cargo subsidiary Emtrasur and later handing it over to US authorities for scrapping. The aircraft was wanted by Washington because it had belonged to Iran's carrier Mahan Air and was said to be involved in logistics operations assisting terrorist attacks.
Thursday, April 25th 2024 - 19:34 UTC
Haiti: Henry resigns; transitional council sworn in

A transitional council has finally been sworn in in violence-torn Haiti after the final resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry was received Thursday in a letter from Los Angeles, California, leaving Economy and Finance Minister Michel Patrick Boisvert in charge while a successor is named.
Thursday, April 25th 2024 - 05:47 UTC
PM Sunak overhauls benefits system and tackle Britain's “sick note culture” in welfare reform

In a major speech the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak unveiled a package of welfare reform measures to tackle the unprecedented rise in economic inactivity and ensure the benefits system is better targeted at those who need it most.
Wednesday, April 24th 2024 - 15:21 UTC
UN Human Rights Office to resume operations in Venezuela following agreement with Maduro

The office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is set to return to operate in Venezuela, signaling a thaw in relations between the South American nation and the international community. The announcement came from President Nicolas Maduro during an event at the Miraflores presidential palace on Tuesday, where he was joined by International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim Khan, who is currently investigating Venezuela for possible crimes against humanity.
Wednesday, April 24th 2024 - 10:04 UTC
60-year-old lawyer qualifies for Miss Argentina contest

Sixty-year-old lawyer and journalist Alejandra Marisa Rodríguez was chosen to represent the province of Buenos Aires in the Miss Argentine for Miss Universe contest. The winner outperformed 34 other contenders to qualify for the May 25 showdown with candidates from the other territories, aged between 18 and 40. Buenos Aires' runner-up was aged 73.
Wednesday, April 24th 2024 - 09:00 UTC
PM Sunak announces a 'turning point' for European history and landmark for the defense of the UK

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Tuesday April 23 announced the biggest strengthening of the UK’s national defense in a generation, with a fully funded plan to grow the defense budget to 2.5% of GDP by 2030.
Wednesday, April 24th 2024 - 08:50 UTC
Astute class submarine HMS Agamemnon, a name closely linked to Admiral Nelson

Britain's sixth of seven Astute-class submarines being built has officially been named Agamemnon at BAE Systems' Submarines site in Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria. She takes her name from the ancient Greek king and is due to be launched later this year, ahead of being commissioned into the Royal Navy.
Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 - 14:49 UTC
Ten dead as Malaysian Navy helicopters collide mid-air

A tragic accident occurred on Thursday morning in Malaysia as two navy helicopters collided mid-air during a rehearsal for a military parade, resulting in the loss of all 10 crew members on board.
Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 - 10:30 UTC
Rwanda bill finally approved in Parliament; ex-minister reveals she preferred the Falklands option

Westminster finally passed on Monday night the controversial plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, following a marathon scuffle between the Lords and the House of Commons.
Tuesday, April 23rd 2024 - 09:35 UTC
Chile's Council of Former Foreign Ministers discusses Venezuela and Hezbollah

Chile's Council of Former Foreign Ministers convened Monday to discuss the current state of affairs with Venezuela and Hezbollah's threat to the region, among other topics, it was reported in Santiago.