Today, South Africans are heading to the polls for the 7th general election since the country’s democratic transition. Over 27 million registered voters will choose 400 deputies for the National Assembly and members of the legislative assembly across 9 provinces. Voting, which began at 07:00 local time, will continue until 21:00 across 23,292 election […]
Mexican police used pepper gas to disperse a group of Palestinian supporters protesting outside the Israeli Embassy in Mexico City. The demonstration, dubbed “Urgent Action for Prosperity,” saw hundreds of activists gather to condemn Israel’s intensified attacks on Rafah. Chanting anti-Israel slogans, the protesters called on the Mexican government to sever diplomatic ties with Israel. […]
Turkish Minister of Family and Social Services Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş highlighted the enduring impact of the Türkiye-Austria Labor Force Agreement at its 60th anniversary gala in Vienna. Speaking at the event held at the Liechtenstein Palace, Göktaş reflected on the journey of Turkish ‘gastarbeiter’—guest workers—who initially planned to stay for just a year or […]
At the EFES-2024 Combined Joint Actual Fire Field Exercise in Seferihisar, Izmir, Türkiye is showcasing advanced weapons and defense systems developed with local resources. The Defense Industry Exhibition, held in the Doğanbey Exercise Zone, features technologies from 48 Turkish defense companies. Notable introductions include the mini smart cruise missile Kemankeş-2, which boasts autonomous flight […]
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, alongside his wife Mehriban Aliyeva and daughter Arzu Aliyeva, visited Khojaly, recently liberated from Armenian occupation. Addressing residents, Aliyev said that Armenia acknowledge and apologize for the atrocities committed in Khojaly. He also discussed the reconstruction efforts, including new projects, restoration work, and the construction of a Khojaly Monument. Aliyev […]
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has proposed a public referendum on the “Transparency of Foreign Influence” law after the parliament overrode her veto. Addressing protesters, Zourabichvili emphasized that the decision on the country’s future should be made by the people, not just 84 parliament members. She urged citizens to gather signatures for the referendum and highlighted […]
A US military plane, likely an F35, crashed near Albuquerque International Sunport Airport in New Mexico. The Albuquerque Fire Department stated that the pilot, the only person on board, was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller expressed gratitude to the emergency teams for their swift response, saying, “We are grateful […]
Hundreds of female officers from the Istanbul Police Department’s Preventive Services Branch are patrolling the streets as part of the elite motorcycle units, known locally as “dolphin” police. After undergoing rigorous training, these officers respond swiftly to incidents on their 270-kilogram motorcycles. These female officers join the motorcycle units voluntarily and must meet specific height […]
Spain has officially recognized the State of Palestine, as announced by Government Spokesperson Pilar Alegria after a cabinet meeting. This decision, aimed at fostering peace between Israelis and Palestinians, was made in coordination with similar moves by Norway and Ireland. On May 27, Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares, Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide, […]
Tropical Cyclone Remal has caused significant devastation in India and Bangladesh. In India’s Mizoram state, heavy rains led to the collapse of a quarry in the capital, Aizawl, killing 15 people and trapping many others. State Prime Minister Lalduhoma noted that poor signal strength is hampering rescue efforts. Schools are closed, and the public […]