April 2018
North Korea 'is ready to shut down its sensitive nuclear facility in two days'
North Korea has expressed readiness to shut down its Punggye-ri nuclear facility in May, inviting experts and journalists for transparency. This development follows a meeting…
Former Bosnian Commander Arrested on War Crime Charges
Bosnian police arrested 12 individuals, including former commander Atif Dudakovic, on war crime charges related to the Bosnian War. The arrests are significant as they…
Leaders of North and South Korea Meet
Kim Jong Un of North Korea met with South Korean President Moon Jae-in in a historic summit, marking the first time a North Korean leader…
Kim Jong Un Crosses the Border Between North and South Korea on Foot
Kim Jong Un is set to cross into South Korea for a historic meeting aimed at halting nuclear activities, marking the first such visit since…
The Armenian Parliament Will Vote Next Week to Elect a New Prime Minister
The Armenian Parliament is set to vote on a new Prime Minister next week after former Prime Minister Serge Sargsyan resigned amid widespread protests. Nikol…
Investigation into the Motive of the Deadly Toronto Attacker Continues
Alek Minassian, a 25-year-old man, has been charged with 10 counts of murder after deliberately running over pedestrians in Toronto, killing 10 and injuring 15.…
One of the Senior Houthi Leaders Killed in Saudi-Led Coalition Attack
Saleh al-Sammad, a senior Houthi leader, was killed in a Saudi-led coalition airstrike in Yemen, marking a significant blow to the Houthi political leadership. The…
32 Chinese Citizens Killed in Bus Accident in North Korea
A bus accident in North Korea resulted in the deaths of 32 Chinese tourists and four North Korean citizens, with two others critically injured. This…
The Death Toll from ISIS Suicide Attack in Kabul Reaches 57
A suicide bombing by ISIS at a voter registration center in Kabul has killed at least 57 people, including women and children, and injured 119.…
Trump on Negotiations with North Korea: There is Still a Long Way to Go
President Trump expressed uncertainty about the outcome of nuclear disarmament negotiations with North Korea, despite welcoming Kim Jong-un's announcement to suspend missile and nuclear tests.…
Saudi Arabia Claims to Have Shot Down a Drone Near the Royal Palace in Riyadh
Saudi security forces shot down a drone near the royal palace in Riyadh, claiming it was unauthorized. King Salman was not present during the incident,…
Trump Welcomes Suspension of North Korean Missile and Nuclear Tests
Donald Trump has praised North Korea's decision to suspend all nuclear and missile tests, indicating a significant diplomatic development. This announcement follows a historic meeting…
Saudi Arabia's Readiness to Deploy Military Forces to Syria
Saudi Arabia is prepared to send military forces to Syria as part of a U.S.-led coalition, according to Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir. This readiness comes…
Design of Plastic-Eating Enzyme to Combat Environmental Pollution
Scientists have developed a plastic-eating enzyme that can digest PET plastics, which are a major environmental pollutant. The research, led by teams from the University…
Opposition Leader Calls for Continued Street Protests in Armenia
Nikol Pashinyan, the leader of the Armenian opposition, has called for continued protests against the nomination of Serge Sargsyan for Prime Minister, following violent clashes…
Dutch Foreign Ministry Issues Security Warning for Travel to Iran
The Dutch Foreign Ministry has issued a cybersecurity warning for travelers to Iran, Russia, and Turkey, advising them to avoid bringing sensitive information on their…
Russia Calls US Sanctions 'Unacceptable'; Ruble Value Decreases
Russia has condemned new US sanctions as unacceptable and illegal, while the ruble's value has dropped significantly. The sanctions target influential Russian figures and companies…
Former Brazilian President to Surrender to Police for 12-Year Prison Sentence
Former Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will surrender to police to begin serving a 12-year prison sentence for bribery charges, which he claims…
A Vehicle Crashes into a Crowd in Germany, Resulting in Two Deaths and Driver's Suicide
A van attack in Münster, Germany, resulted in two deaths and the driver's suicide. Authorities have ruled out Islamist motives, and the investigation is ongoing.…
Islamic Reformism: Service or Betrayal to Freedom-Seeking?
The article discusses the debate surrounding Islamic reformism in Iran, questioning whether it aids or hinders the pursuit of democracy and individual rights. Proponents see…
Concerns Over Killer Robot Development Lead to Sanctions Against South Korean University
Over 50 AI experts have sanctioned South Korea's KAIST for developing weaponized AI, emphasizing the need for human control over such technologies. The issue raises…
Kremlin Condemns Closure of Russian Media Accounts on Facebook
The Kremlin condemned Facebook's removal of Russian media accounts, labeling it as censorship and a hostile act. Dmitry Peskov expressed regret over the decision, which…
The Family of Nasim Aghdam Expresses Sympathy with the Victims of the YouTube Shooting
Nasim Aghdam, an Iranian-American woman, shot three people at YouTube's headquarters before taking her own life, reportedly due to anger over payment issues with the…
Israel Says Its Methods in Response to Gaza Border Protests Will Not Change
Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman affirmed that Israel's response to protests at the Gaza border will remain unchanged, following deadly clashes that resulted in multiple…
China Responds to New US Tariffs: We Will Retaliate
The US has imposed a 25% tariff on 1,300 Chinese goods, prompting China to announce retaliatory measures. This escalation in trade tensions is part of…
The 50th Anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Assassination; The Dream He Had
The article commemorates the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, reflecting on his philosophy of non-violence and its impact on American democracy and…
Syrian State Media: Jaysh al-Islam Forces are Leaving Ghouta
The last group of opposition fighters, Jaysh al-Islam, is reportedly leaving Douma in Eastern Ghouta amid heavy military pressure from Syrian and Russian forces. The…