Chinese President Xi Jinping was officially welcomed in Hanoi by Vietnamese leaders at the start of his Southeast Asia tour. A 21-gun salute marked his arrival at the Presidential Palace, where he met with Communist Party General Secretary To Lam. Xi is expected to sign 40 cooperation agreements during his two-day visit. The tour […]
Uzungöl, a popular tourist destination in Türkiye’s Trabzon province, was blanketed in snow in April, creating striking winter scenes. Known for its lush greenery in summer, the area drew visitors who were surprised by the sudden snowfall. Locals described the landscape as breathtaking, noting the rare experience of seeing all four seasons in a […]
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Hanoi, Vietnam, as the first stop of his Southeast Asia tour. Welcomed by Vietnamese President Luong Cuong, Xi is expected to sign around 40 bilateral agreements. In a published article, Xi called for stronger cooperation with Vietnam in trade, AI, and green economy, amid rising US tariffs. Vietnam, […]
In Gaziantep, 70-year-old Mesut Uz has been handcrafting zurnas—a traditional Turkish wind instrument—for six decades. Working from the historic Coppersmiths’ Bazaar, Uz produces about 10 zurnas daily using dried apricot wood and techniques passed down through generations. Despite rising demand during the wedding season, he struggles to find apprentices as interest in the craft […]
Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa secured re-election with 56.13% of the vote in the second-round runoff, defeating leftist candidate Luisa González. Noboa, 37, will serve until 2029 and be sworn in on May 24. Describing the result as “historic,” he said the margin left “no doubt” about the victory. González rejected the outcome, alleged fraud, […]
The Israeli army targeted a UNRWA flour distribution center in Beni Suhaila, Khan Younis, Gaza. The site, located in a refugee camp sheltering displaced Palestinians, was reportedly evacuated before the strike. No casualties were reported.
An Israeli airstrike on the Deir el-Balah Municipality Building in central Gaza killed three people. The Israeli military claimed the building was used as a Hamas command center. The strike destroyed the structure. In a previous attack on the same city, seven Palestinians, including six siblings, were killed.
Thailand’s annual Songkran Water Festival, celebrated April 13–15 as the Thai New Year, began with lively scenes across the country. In Bangkok, crowds of locals and tourists took part in water fights and cultural events amid extreme heat. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra joined the festivities and welcomed growing international interest. UNESCO recognized Songkran as […]
Countries in the Ukraine Defense Contact Group have committed over €21 billion in new military aid, British Defense Secretary John Healey announced after a meeting in Brussels co-chaired by Germany and the UK. The UK pledged a record £4.5 billion for 2024, including drones and anti-tank mines. Germany pledged €11 billion through 2029, with […]
China has raised tariffs on US imports from 84% to 125% in response to new US trade measures. The move, announced by China’s State Council Tariff Commission, accuses the US of violating international trade rules and engaging in “unilateral bullying.” Chinese President Xi Jinping warned there are no winners in trade wars and stressed China’s […]