November 2018
Doctors Without Borders: Unknown Armed Men Raped 125 Women in South Sudan
Doctors Without Borders reported that 125 women were raped by unknown armed men in Bentiu, South Sudan, amidst ongoing violence despite a recent peace agreement.…
The US, Canada, and Mexico Sign a New Trade Agreement
The US, Canada, and Mexico signed a new trade agreement called the USMCA, replacing NAFTA, after lengthy negotiations. The agreement must still be approved by…
Reuters: Iran's Efforts for Targeted and False News Dissemination
Reuters reported that 71 websites linked to an Iranian organization are disseminating fake news in multiple languages to audiences in 15 countries, exposing millions to…
Republican Senator Wins in Mississippi Runoff Election
Cindy Hyde-Smith, a Republican senator, won the runoff election in Mississippi, increasing the Republican seats in the Senate to 53. This election was the final…
Israeli Ambassador: Trump Will Likely Present 'Deal of the Century' Early 2019
Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon announced that the Trump administration plans to present a peace plan known as the 'Deal of the Century' in early 2019,…
Trump: I Do Not Accept the Government's Report on Climate Change
Donald Trump publicly rejected a U.S. government report warning of severe economic impacts from climate change. The report predicts significant temperature increases and economic losses…
UAE Pardons and Releases British Student Convicted of Spying
The UAE has pardoned and released British student Matthew Hedges, who was sentenced to life for espionage, ending a diplomatic crisis with the UK. Despite…
Floods in Iraq Leave at Least 7 Dead and Thousands Displaced
Severe flooding in northern Iraq has resulted in at least 7 deaths and displaced thousands, particularly affecting the city of Sharqat. The situation has intensified…
Zarif to Europe: You Can't Swim Without Getting Wet
Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif criticized European countries for failing to establish a financial mechanism to bypass U.S. sanctions, emphasizing that one cannot achieve results without…
Jubeir Calls Reuters Report on Bin Salman 'Ridiculous'; Reuters: We Stand by Our Report
Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir dismissed a Reuters report claiming internal dissent against Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, calling it 'ridiculous.' In response, Reuters reaffirmed…
UAE Sentences British Student Accused of Espionage to Life Imprisonment
Matthew Hedges, a British PhD student, was sentenced to life imprisonment in the UAE for alleged espionage. The UK government has expressed disappointment and concern…
Three Democratic Senators Challenge Trump's Appointment of Acting Attorney General
Three Democratic senators have filed a lawsuit against President Trump over his appointment of Matthew Whitaker as acting Attorney General, claiming it violates Senate authority.…
UN Representative: Yemen Peace Talks to Be Held Soon in Sweden
The UN is preparing to facilitate peace talks between the Yemeni government and Houthi rebels in Sweden, following indications of willingness from both sides. This…
Federal Judge Rules for CNN Reporter Jim Acosta's Return to White House
A federal judge has temporarily restored CNN reporter Jim Acosta's press credentials after they were revoked following a confrontation with President Trump. The ruling emphasizes…
North Korean Leader Attends Weapons Test; An American Prisoner Released
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited a missile production facility and oversaw a successful weapons test while simultaneously announcing the release of an American…
The Death Toll from California Wildfires Reaches 59
California wildfires have resulted in 59 deaths, with ongoing search operations for missing individuals, particularly among the elderly. The fires have devastated the town of…
Ceasefire in Hodeidah Port, Yemen
Clashes in Hodeidah Port, Yemen, have decreased as Saudi Arabia and its allies ordered a halt to operations amid international pressure for a ceasefire. The…
Deputy National Security Advisor of the White House Dismissed
Mira Ricardel has been dismissed from her role as Deputy National Security Advisor, following criticism from Melania Trump's office. This dismissal highlights internal conflicts within…
Macron to Trump: France is an ally of America, not a vassal state
French President Emmanuel Macron responded to Donald Trump's critical tweets by asserting that France is a respected ally of the U.S., not a vassal state.…
Trump's Critical Tweets: Macron Has Very Low Popularity
Donald Trump criticized French President Emmanuel Macron's low popularity and proposed European army through a series of tweets. Trump emphasized the historical context of France's…
Stan Lee, Creator of Spider-Man, Passes Away at 95
Stan Lee, the legendary comic book creator known for Spider-Man and Iron Man, died at 95. His innovative approach to superhero storytelling brought depth and…
The U.S. Halts Fuel Supply to Arab Coalition Fighter Jets in Yemen War
The U.S. has halted its fuel supply to Saudi-led coalition fighter jets in Yemen, a decision confirmed by both Washington and Riyadh. This move follows…
Tribute by Leaders of France and Britain to Soldiers Killed in World War I
On the centenary of World War I's end, French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Theresa May honored fallen soldiers at a memorial in…
$2 Per Person Per Year Could Stop Deadly Superbugs
The OECD warns that spending just $2 per person annually could prevent millions of deaths from drug-resistant superbugs. Without intervention, these bacteria could cause 2.4…
Russian Oil Company Stops Cooperation with Iran Due to Fear of US Sanctions
The Russian oil company Zarubezhneft has halted its cooperation with Iran on two oil projects due to impending US sanctions. This decision follows the US…
Dialogue Between US and Chinese Leaders on Resolving Trade Disputes
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are optimistic about resolving trade disputes, with plans for a meeting at the G20 summit. This…
UN Criticism of Myanmar and Bangladesh's 'Haste' to Return Rohingya
The UN criticized the recent agreement between Myanmar and Bangladesh to return Rohingya refugees, stating it was made without proper consultation and that conditions for…