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Belarus April 15, 2024

A political prisoner in Belarus smuggles out account of beatings after writing on toilet paper

Katsiaryna Novikava, a political prisoner in Belarus, shed light on the country's prison system and detailed how she was beaten; she smuggled out her story which she wrote on pieces of toilet paper.

World Politics April 15, 2024

Georgia parliament descends into chaos as lawmakers throw punches over Putin-style ‘foreign agent’ bill

Georgia’s parliament descended into chaos Monday after the leader of the ruling party was punched in the face while discussing a controversial law on “foreign agents."

Pakistan April 15, 2024

Saudi foreign minister arrives in Pakistan to discuss how to help with the country's economic crisis

During a two-day trip to Pakistan, Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan led a high-level delegation; Pakistan is seeking help in overcoming an economic crisis.

China April 12, 2024

US intelligence finding shows China surging equipment sales to Russia to help war effort in Ukraine

A U.S. assessment has found that China has surged sales to Russia of technology that Moscow is using to produce tanks, missiles and aircraft for use in its war against Ukraine.

Caribbean April 12, 2024

Transitional council to select new Haitian prime minister is formed

The transitional council tasked with selecting Haiti's next prime minister, following the exile of incumbent Ariel Henry, was officially established Friday.

Europe April 12, 2024

Polish lawmakers vote to move forward with work on lifting a near-total abortion ban

Proposals to lift a near-total ban on abortion will move forward, Polish lawmakers voted on Friday; the country has one of the most restrictive abortion laws in Europe.

Russia April 12, 2024

2022 draft document could serve as starting point for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, Kremlin says

Russia said a 2022 draft document between it and Ukraine could be the starting point for peace talks, but also that a lot has changed since then.

The European Union April 12, 2024

'Pro-Russian interference networks' exist in European countries, Belgian PM says

Belgian PM Alexander De Croo said his county's intelligence service has found pro-Russian networks trying to undermine support for Ukraine in several European countries.

Russia April 11, 2024

Putin mocks planned Ukraine conference and says Russia won't accept any enforced peace plans

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has mocked a scheduled international conference focused on Ukraine peace talks, adding that Moscow will not accept any plans that ignore its interests.

Mali April 11, 2024

Military-led Mali suspends all political activity until further notice

Mali's military junta has issued a decree suspending all political activity in the country until further notice in a purported bid to uphold public order.

South Korea April 11, 2024

Why did Yoon's party lose in South Korea's elections and what troubles does he face now?

In what appears to be a massive political setback to South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, voters have given liberals extended opposition control of parliament.