Ethiopia’s ruling Prosperity Party has won another parliamentary majority, ensuring Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed will remain in power after the latest elections. The party, which has dominated since its formation in 2019, campaigned on economic growth and food security and has previously secured overwhelming victories in parliament. Abiy, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was once praised for political reforms and the peace deal with Eritrea, but his government now … Continue reading Zelenskyy and top Ukrainian officials return Polish awards in WWII dispute

Ethiopia’s ruling Prosperity Party has won another parliamentary majority, ensuring Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed will remain in power after the latest elections. The party, which has dominated since its formation in 2019, campaigned on economic growth and food security and has previously secured overwhelming victories in parliament. Abiy Ahmed, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was once praised for political reforms and the peace deal with Eritrea, but … Continue reading Ethiopian prime minister’s party easily wins parliamentary election

President Donald Trump warned of further strikes on Iran, saying the U.S. would respond “harder” if Iranian-backed groups in Lebanon continue attacks. His comments came as Vice President JD Vance attended ongoing negotiations with Iranian and regional officials in Switzerland. The talks, involving mediators from Pakistan and Qatar as well as international agencies, are focused on Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s nuclear program. Despite conflicting reports and … Continue reading Trump threatens to ‘hit Iran very hard again’ while Vance is in Switzerland for talks

Reports suggest U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to outline a timetable for his resignation, potentially ending his leadership after mounting political pressure. His possible departure follows poor election results, weak polling, and growing dissatisfaction within the Labour Party. Former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is seen as the leading contender to succeed him after a recent by-election victory strengthened his position. Several senior ministers, including members of Labour Party’s … Continue reading UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer set to outline exit plan as pressure to quit builds

Lawmakers have reached a bipartisan agreement on an affordable housing bill aimed at increasing housing supply and limiting large investors’ influence in the market. The measure would cap major investors at purchasing no more than 350 single-family homes, though it drops a previously proposed requirement that they sell newly built homes within seven years. Senate leaders expect the bill to advance quickly, with a possible … Continue reading Bill limiting investors from buying homes set to speed through Congress

U.S. President Donald Trump defended a newly signed U.S.–Iran agreement, claiming it reflects “unconditional surrender” by Iran and asserting he has essentially unlimited power in foreign policy decisions. The deal, reached after months of conflict that disrupted the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets, includes a 60-day negotiating window for a final agreement and steps to reopen maritime traffic. Trump said the agreement was … Continue reading Trump claims Iran deal is ‘unconditional surrender’

Cuba’s Communist Party has approved sweeping free-market reforms, marking one of the most significant economic shifts in decades. The emergency package, expected to pass the National Assembly, would expand private enterprise, attract foreign investment, and allow private banks and real estate development. President Miguel Díaz-Canel acknowledged that Cuba’s economic crisis is driven by both external pressures, including U.S. sanctions, and internal issues like bureaucracy and … Continue reading Cuba’s Communist Party approves opening economy in unprecedented move

Sen. Elissa Slotkin and several Democratic senators plan to introduce the “Protect Our Polls Act,” which would ban presidents from sending armed military or federal agents to polling places during elections. They argue the measure is needed to prevent voter intimidation and reinforce existing legal protections that already largely restrict such deployments except in cases of armed threats. The bill follows President Trump’s suggestion of … Continue reading Slotkin to introduce bill to bar presidents from sending troops or armed federal officers to polling places

President Trump defended a new U.S.–Iran memorandum of understanding after Republican lawmakers sharply criticized it, calling opponents “fools” and arguing the deal improves markets and lowers oil prices. Several GOP senators, including Bill Cassidy, Ted Cruz, and John Cornyn, warned that the agreement could strengthen Iran by easing sanctions and providing funds they say could support terrorist groups. Critics focused on concerns about a potential … Continue reading Trump lashes out at “fools” who oppose Iran deal amid bipartisan criticism