Author: News Desk

France: France has committed to sending additional light tanks and armoured vehicles to Ukraine and will train its soldiers to use them effectively. This decision was made following a meeting between Ukrainian President Mr. Volodymyr Zelenskyy and French President Mr. Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace in Paris. “In the coming weeks, France will train and equip several battalions with tens of armoured vehicles and light tanks, including the AMX-10RC,” the two leaders said in a joint statement after some three hours of talks. Mr. Macron reaffirmed that France will continue to provide political, financial, humanitarian, and military support to…

Nepal: A Sherpa guide from Nepal has successfully scaled Mount Everest for the 26th time, according to officials. This feat matches the record previously set by fellow Nepalese guide Mr. Kami Rita Sherpa, establishing them both as the individuals with the most ascents of the world’s highest peak. The 46-year-old Mr. Pasang Dawa Sherpa reached the summit of the 8,849-meter (29,032-foot) Mount Everest, solidifying his position as the second person in the world to accomplish this remarkable feat. The announcement was made by government tourism official Mr. Bigyan Koirala on 14th May 2023. As Mr. Kami Rita, the seasoned climber,…

Germany: The German government has declared its commitment to provide Ukraine with substantial military assistance amounting to nearly $3 billion. This aid package includes tanks, anti-aircraft systems, and ammunition. The announcement was made ahead of the scheduled visit of Ukrainian President Mr. Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Berlin, underscoring the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two nations. Highlighting Germany’s firm commitment to supporting Ukraine, German Defence Minister Mr. Boris Pistorius stated on Saturday that the latest military aid package, valued at $2.95 billion, aims to demonstrate Germany’s unwavering dedication. This significant assistance underscores the seriousness with which Germany stands by Ukraine…

Liverpool, UK: Loreen, the Swedish sensation, triumphs in the Eurovision Song Contest with her captivating power ballad “Tattoo,” amidst a spectacular and diverse music competition overshadowed, for the second consecutive year, by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The sensational diva from Stockholm surpassed performers from 25 different nations to seize the title of Europe’s pop champion at the renowned competition held in Liverpool, United Kingdom. In a highly competitive showdown among the neighbouring Nordic countries, Finnish singer Käärijä clinched the second position in a closely contested battle. Loreen, on the other hand, emerged victorious with a total of 583 points,…

Italy: The President of Ukraine, Mr. Volodymyr Zelensky, is visiting Rome, where he will meet with Italian political leaders and have an audience with Pope Francis. “An important visit for the approaching victory of Ukraine,” Mr. Zelensky tweeted as he landed in the Italian capital. Due to the nature of the Ukrainian President’s visit, a large security operation has been launched, with over 1,000 police deployed and a no-fly zone over Rome. Pope Francis has previously expressed his willingness to act as a mediator in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. In fact, earlier in May 2023, the Pope…

United States: Mr. Elon Musk has announced the appointment of Ms. Linda Yaccarino as the new CEO of Twitter. The former head of advertising at NBCUniversal will take over the business operations of the social media platform, which has been struggling to generate profits. Mr. Musk had been under pressure to find someone to lead the company and focus on his other businesses, such as electric carmaker Tesla and rocket firm SpaceX. “Looking forward to working with Ms. Linda to transform this platform into X, the everything app,” he wrote on Twitter, confirming the decision a day after he had stoked…

United States: A White House spokesperson has stated that the Pentagon will strengthen its “defensive stance” in the Gulf after accusing Tehran of escalating attacks on commercial shipping in the important Middle Eastern region. According to Mr. John Kirby, who spoke at a press conference, Iran has interfered with the navigation rights of 15 commercial vessels flying international flags and has harassed or attacked them over the last two years. “Today, the Department of Defense will be making a series of moves to bolster our defensive posture in the Arabian Gulf,” the spokesman told reporters. “We have seen repeated Iranian…

United States: Mr. Elon Musk has revealed that he has identified a new chief executive officer to head Twitter. Making the announcement on the social media platform, which he acquired last year for $44 billion, Mr. Musk stated that the new CEO, a woman, would assume the role in six weeks. Following this transition, Mr. Musk himself will take on the positions of executive chairman and chief technology officer. With mounting expectations for Mr. Musk to appoint a successor and redirect his attention toward his other ventures, this move comes amid increasing pressure. While the identity of the incoming CEO…

Japan: The G7 summit is set to take place from May 19-21 in the Japanese city of Hiroshima, where leaders of the world’s wealthiest nations will gather to discuss geopolitical, economic, and climate issues. The meeting comes at a time of rising tensions between China and the United States, and as the war in Ukraine drags on. The G7 is an informal grouping of wealthy Western nations, which includes the United States, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan, along with representatives from the European Union. Other nations, such as Australia, Brazil, India, Indonesia, South Korea, and Vietnam, have also…

United States: Pandemic-era regulations that granted US border guards the authority to swiftly expel countless would-be asylum-seekers expired, ushering in an uncertain future for migrants and intensifying America’s perpetual immigration debate. Anticipating a potential influx, tens of thousands of individuals are expected to attempt to cross into the United States in the coming days, seeking to escape the poverty and violence plaguing their home countries. However, in a bid to prevent a surge, President Mr. Joe Biden’s administration has implemented regulations that establish more stringent criteria for individuals seeking refuge. “Starting tonight, people who arrive at the border without using…