Since the May 20, 2024 inauguration of President Lai Ching-te in Taiwan, China has reinforced its pursuit of the unification of Taiwan and the Republic of China. Lai’s persistent calls for independence have spurred tension in China, causing Chinese officials to use force as a mechanism to terminate Taiwan’s attempt
Israel refuses to travel to Cairo, Egypt, to discuss a possible ceasefire deal under the stipulation that Hamas must confirm the state of the Israeli hostages. Pressures begin to grow in regards to this potential ceasefire deal since it holds the power to bring six weeks of peace to Gaza,
Tensions ignite as the start of Ramadan gives rise to potential violence throughout the Gaza Strip. Palestinian citizens grow more impatient as the prospect of a ceasefire diminishes, causing more civil unrest during this holy month. Hamas has encouraged citizens to visit al-Aqsa Mosque which is located in Jerusalem, a
Since Senegalese President Macky Sall’s recent election postponement, thousands of citizens have marched in a peaceful protest within Senegal’s capital of Dakar. Since the Senegal Constitutional Court overturned President Sall’s ruling for a postponed election, an abundance of Senegalese citizens gathered in unity to protest for fair elections. This authorized
Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence verified that Russian forces have utilized Starlink satellite communications on the front lines. After the invasion in February of 2022, the Starlink terminals have been essential for Kyiv’s battlefield communications, ultimately giving Ukraine an edge over Russian forces. These terminals provide high-speed communication and a better-equipped military
In a recent meeting in Kyiv, Ukraine, France’s Foreign Minister continues to reiterate France’s support for Ukraine after recent Russian attacks. After almost two years since their first attack, Russia has begun increasing its number of aerial strikes. The Israel and Hamas conflict has taken center stage in global politics
The U.S. and E.U. express concerns as Kosovo police forces raid Serbian affiliated institutions in an attempt to ban the use of Serbian currency. The northern region of Kosovo, populated by a large number of Serbs, uses the Dinar instead of the Euro. In an attempt to impulsively switch their
Brazil recently reiterated its support for Beijing’s “One China Policy”, exemplifying their effort to tighten Brazil-China relations. Brazil lacks diplomatic relations with Taiwan, and a recent meeting between Brazil and China has resulted in a discussion of working closer together to positively impact international affairs. As members of BRICS, the
Somalia recently rejected a port deal between Ethiopia and Somaliland which supposedly granted landlocked Ethiopia access to 12 miles off the Red Sea in return for the recognition of Somaliland. Ethiopia intends to diversify its exports by leasing a military base on the sea for an agreed-upon 50 years. The
Emmanuel Macron, the French Republic’s president, has begun to place more pressure on Europe and Western powers as the Ukraine invasion ensues. Macron claims that Europe must be prepared for a possible war, reiterating that the advancement of Russian forces has the capacity to impede on European security. Macron’s recent
The nation of Ireland has announced it would get involved in South Africa’s genocide case against Israel, gesturing their concerns for the war in Gaza. After South Africa made the accusation against Israel, the ICJ ordered Israel to follow the laws of the Geneva Convention. Although this statement was put
