May 2023
Sharp Decline in Lira's Value Following Erdogan's Victory in Turkish Elections
Recep Tayyip Erdogan won the Turkish presidential elections, leading to a significant decline in the value of the lira against the dollar. This situation raises…
Sweden to Hold 'Soon' Negotiations with Turkey for NATO Membership
Sweden's Foreign Ministry announced upcoming negotiations with Turkey regarding NATO membership, with hopes to finalize before the NATO summit in July. The process has been…
Lavrov: The US and its allies are playing with fire by supplying F-16s to Ukraine
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized the US and its allies for supplying F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, claiming it escalates tensions and threatens Russia.…
Erdogan Declares Himself Winner of Turkey's Presidential Election Runoff
Recep Tayyip Erdogan has declared victory in Turkey's presidential runoff election, claiming the mandate to govern for another five years despite final results pending. His…
Counting Continues in Turkey's Presidential Election Runoff with Tight Race Between Erdogan and Kilicdaroglu
The second round of Turkey's presidential election is underway, with Erdogan leading slightly over Kilicdaroglu as votes are counted. The election is crucial as it…
Exclusive to Voice of America: Training of Ukrainian Forces for Use of Abrams Tanks to Begin in a Few Days
The U.S. is set to begin training Ukrainian forces on Abrams tanks in about a week, with 250 troops traveling to Germany for the program.…
NATO Parliamentary Assembly Recognizes Russian Crimes Against Ukraine as 'Genocide'
The NATO Parliamentary Assembly has unanimously recognized Russian actions in Ukraine as genocide, marking a significant diplomatic victory for Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelensky welcomed this…
Russia's Reaction to Potential F-16 Delivery to Ukraine: It Will Not Undermine Russian Military Objectives
Russian officials reacted to the potential delivery of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, claiming it would not weaken their military objectives. They emphasized that Ukraine…
Senator Jim Risch: The Position of the Islamic Republic as a 'Detestable Element' in the Global Community is Being Established
Senator Jim Risch condemned the recent executions of protesters in Iran, asserting that they solidify the Islamic Republic's status as a detestable entity globally. He…
Prince Reza Pahlavi's Meeting with American Politicians; 'Maximum Support' for the People of Iran in Focus
Prince Reza Pahlavi met with U.S. politicians, including Joe Wilson and Senator Blumenthal, to discuss human rights and democracy in Iran, emphasizing the need for…
Prince Reza Pahlavi Meets Senator Blumenthal on 'Maximum Support' for the People of Iran
Prince Reza Pahlavi met with Senator Richard Blumenthal to discuss U.S. support for Iranian protests. The meeting was part of a campaign by the National…
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia; 'Always Together, United in Diversity'
May 17 marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, with global leaders emphasizing the importance of diversity and equality for LGBTQ+ individuals. In…
Russian Duma's Second Vote for Official Exit from the 'Conventional Armed Forces in Europe' Treaty
The Russian Duma has voted to officially exit the 'Conventional Armed Forces in Europe' treaty, a move that follows years of halted cooperation. This decision…
Britain's Promise to Send Hundreds of Anti-Aircraft Missiles and Long-Range Drones to Ukraine
Britain has announced a significant military aid package to Ukraine, including anti-aircraft missiles and long-range drones, amid ongoing discussions for NATO membership. This move follows…
Two Senior Members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Condemn Syria's Re-admission to the Arab League
Senators Menendez and Risch condemned the Arab League's decision to readmit Syria, arguing it normalizes relations with a rogue regime and sends a negative message…
UN Calls on Taliban to End Whipping, Stoning, and Executions
The UN has called on the Taliban to stop corporal punishments, including whipping and executions, following a report highlighting the increase in such practices since…
U.S. Intelligence Assessment: Putin 'Likely' Reduced Ambitions in Ukraine
U.S. intelligence suggests that Vladimir Putin has likely scaled back his ambitions in Ukraine as the war enters its second year, acknowledging the realities on…
New Financial Allegation Against Conservative U.S. Supreme Court Justice; Tuition Fees for Grandson
Justice Clarence Thomas faces allegations of failing to disclose tuition payments for his grandson, allegedly paid by a wealthy real estate investor. This follows previous…
Zelensky at the International Criminal Court: I am certain Putin will be convicted in this court
Ukrainian President Zelensky visited the ICC, urging global leaders to hold Putin accountable for war crimes. He is seeking advanced military support from Western nations…