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Ukraine: An Ukrainian official has stated that Russia has caused “mad panic” by evacuating a town close to the contested Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Russia has instructed individuals to vacate 18 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region, including Enerhodar, which is near the power plant, ahead of an expected Ukrainian assault. The Ukrainian mayor of Melitopol, Mr. Ivan Fedorov, reported that thousands of cars were stuck in five-hour waits as people fled. The UN’s nuclear watchdog has warned of a “severe nuclear accident.” Mr. Rafael Grossi, the director of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), warned that the situation at the…

Japan: Japanese Prime Minister Mr. Fumio Kishida visited the South Korean capital, Seoul, to meet President Mr. Yoon Suk-yeol, with both leaders seeking to improve relations in the face of nuclear threats from North Korea. It marks the first bilateral visit by a Japanese leader to Seoul in 12 years, following President Yoon’s trip to Tokyo in March 2023, where they aimed to settle historical disputes that have been a major point of contention between the two countries. “I hope to have an open-hearted exchange of views with President Yoon based on our relationship of trust. Since March, there have been…

Sudan: Sudan’s rival factions have arrived in Saudi Arabia for direct talks after three weeks of clashes in the capital, Khartoum, and the south-western region of Darfur that have killed and wounded hundreds of civilians. Representatives of the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) were in Jeddah on May 6 for “pre-negotiation talks” aimed at establishing a durable ceasefire that would allow aid to reach millions of desperate civilians trapped by the fighting. The RSF is commanded by Mr. Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, who is now in conflict with the de facto leader of Sudan, Mr. Abdel Fattah…

London, UK: In a grand and highly religious ceremony held at Westminster Abbey in London, King Charles III has been crowned, marking a significant moment in British history. Marking a symbolic union of monarchy, church, and state, the coronation ceremony has attracted dignitaries from various parts of the globe and thousands of onlookers have flocked to London to witness the grandeur of the occasion. The event is the first coronation to take place in Britain in 70 years, thus making it a momentous historical milestone. Following a two-hour service attended by world leaders and celebrities, members of the royal family…

Iran: Iran has carried out the execution of a Swedish-Iranian dissident who was found guilty of leading an Arab separatist group responsible for various attacks, including the 2018 military parade attack that claimed the lives of 25 individuals. On 6th May 2023, Iranian state broadcaster IRIB announced the execution of Mr. Habib Farajollah Chaab, who was sentenced to death for the capital offence of being “corrupt on earth” under Iran’s strict interpretation of Islamic law. The Swedish-Iranian dissident was found guilty of leading an Arab separatist group that was responsible for various attacks, including the 2018 military parade attack that…

London, UK: In a move to support Brazil’s efforts to protect the Amazon rainforest, Britain has pledged to contribute approximately $100 million to the Brazilian government’s environmental fund. The South American country has been ramping up its efforts to safeguard Amazon under its new leadership, and this commitment from Britain is expected to bolster those efforts. Ahead of King Charles III’s coronation, British Prime Minister Mr. Rishi Sunak and Brazil’s President Mr. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva met in London on 5th May 2023 and announced a significant contribution of approximately $100 million to the Amazon Fund. The new Brazilian…

London, UK: After a wait of 70 years, the coronation of King Charles III is finally taking place. The preparations for the historic event are in full swing, with the king and the queen consort getting ready for their carriage ride to Westminster Abbey. The coronation, a grand ceremony steeped in tradition and pomp, is one of the most significant events in the history of the British monarchy. The last coronation was held in 1953 when Queen Elizabeth II was crowned at Westminster Abbey. King Charles III, the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II, ascended to the throne in 2022…

United States: Adidas claims that its separation from Mr. Kanye West is negatively affecting its business, with sales in North America suffering as a result. Last year, the renowned designer and rapper, also known as Mr. Ye, made anti-Semitic remarks on social media, which resulted in the sportswear giant severing its connections with him. The Yeezy brand, designed by West, included trainers that were sold by the sportswear giant Adidas. According to the company, the termination of its partnership with West resulted in a $472 million decrease in sales during the first quarter of this year. In general, the company’s…

Myanmar: Myanmar’s military junta has commuted the death sentences of 38 individuals as part of an amnesty that saw more than 2,000 political prisoners released. The country’s human rights commission welcomed the decision to commute the death sentences to life imprisonment and the release of political prisoners in a brief statement published in the state-run Global New Light of Myanmar. The statement expressed hope that similar positive steps would continue in the future. The commission did not provide details on the prisoners whose sentences were commuted. Myanmar’s military has been using violent force to suppress opposition to its rule since seizing…

Canada: Canada and China are once again at odds over allegations of attempted interference in Canadian politics by Beijing. This has led to Ottawa summoning China’s ambassador to address the matter. The recent incident is the latest development in an ongoing diplomatic feud between the two countries. Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Ms. Mélanie Joly announced that the country had summoned Beijing’s ambassador in response to allegations that China had attempted to interfere in its elections and intimidate a Canadian politician. While China denies the allegations, Canada is considering taking retaliatory measures. During a tense exchange with opposition member Mr. Michael…