Category: World
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Iran: Natanz atomic site blackout is ‘nuclear terrorism’
Iran: Natanz atomic site blackout is ‘nuclear terrorism’ DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran on Sunday described a blackout at its underground Natanz atomic facility an act of “nuclear terrorism,” raising regional tensions as world powers and Tehran continue to negotiate over its tattered nuclear deal. Ali Akbar Salehi, the head of the Atomic…
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Iran has begun tests on its newest nuclear centrifuge
Iran has begun tests on its newest nuclear centrifuge TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran said Saturday it has begun mechanical tests on its newest advanced nuclear centrifuge, even as the five world powers that remain in a foundering 2015 nuclear deal with Iran attempt to bring the U.S. back into the agreement. Iran’s IR-9 centrifuge,…
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Myanmar forces kill 82 in single day in city
Myanmar forces kill 82 in single day in city YANGON (AP) — At least 82 people were killed in one day in a crackdown by Myanmar security forces on pro-democracy protesters, according to reports Saturday from independent local media and an organization that keeps track of casualties since the military’s February seizure of power. Friday’s…
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Is Libya a U.S. national security issue?
President Joe Biden has an opportunity to learn from the experiences of former Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump in creating new policy stances in Libya and promoting Human Rights. Biden has stated that he intends to focus more US emphasis on the Asia-Pacific region vs. the Middle East. However, foreign fighters supported by countries…
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Islamic leaders: OK to vaccinate during Ramadan fast
(AP) Islamic leaders are getting the word out that obtaining a vaccine during the holy month of Ramadan does not violate religious practices. Inoculation is not the same thing as ingesting something while fasting. The Associated Press has the story: Islamic leaders explain why getting vaccinated during Ramadan does not violate fasting restrictions PORTLAND, Maine…
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Iran releases South Korean ship detained since January
Iran finally freed a south Korean oil tanker held for months after seizing it in January. Iran said it had detained the ship because it was polluting the waters, but South Korea says it was done in retaliation for the country holding up $7 billion in Iranian assets related to U.S. sanctions on Iran. The…
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Russia worried about possible massive fighting in Ukraine
After Russia moved a significant number of troops along the border between Ukraine and the territory Russia seized, the country became concerned that full-scale fighting could start. Ever since Russian seized Ukraine’s Crimea Peninsula, fighting has resulted in the deaths of more than 14,000. The Associated Press has the story: Russia increases troops on border…
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Leaders react to the death of Prince Philip
England’s Prince Philip has died at age 99, and leaders from around the world are offering their condolences. Germans remembered his fight against Nazism. The Associated Press has the story on how leaders react: World leaders, including former President George W. Bush, offer statements about the passing of England’s Prince Philip AP- Reaction from around the…
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Biden administration resumes UN funding of Palestinians
As expected, the Biden administration resumes international funding in contentious areas that former President Trump had cut. On Wednesday, the administration announced it was resuming aid to the Palestinians, including to the UN agency that deals with them. The Associated Press has the story: State department resumes funding to Palestinians cut in Trump era WASHINGTON…
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Holocaust survivors enlighten using social media
The rise in anti-Semitism during the pandemic has prompted Holocaust survivors to turn to social media to educate people about how hate can turn to murder. The campaign uses the #ItStartedWithWords hashtag. The Associated Press has the story: #ItStartedWithWords educational campaign started by Holocaust survivors due to rise in online anti-Semitism during pandemic BERLIN (AP)…