Earlier, the final joint statement of the Armenia-US strategic dialogue session indicated that the sides would strengthen interaction in the security field and aim to raise the status of cooperation to the level of strategic partnership

On May 19, a helicopter carrying President Raisi crashed in Iran’s Eastern Azerbaijan Province

North Korea’s Kim paid an official visit to Russia in September 2023

Earlier, Solidarity for Peace representatives asked Putin to fully abolish visa requirements for Georgian nationals

Swiss President Viola Amherd said that the conference held at the Burgenstock resort on June 15-16 had revealed differences in viewpoints and that her country was ready to organize another summit

Besides blocking the way, the rubbish left piled up at a Build-To-Order (BTO) estate in Punggol has sparked safety concerns among the residents. Photos sent to CNA by Punggol Point Cove resident Andy Ke show large cardboard boxes, nylon bags and other items dumped in the basement car park of Block 448B. The 41-year-old, who moved into his flat in February, likened the stacks of rubbish to a «mountain» and voiced concerns about the estate's cleanliness, adding that the rubbish pile is a fire hazard. «I can't take it any more. I feel that something must be done,» he told CNA. In an interview with Shin Min Daily News, Ke estimated that 30 per cent of the flats in the new estate are occupied. As renovation works in Punggol Point Cove progressed, the resident noted that an increasing amount of rubbish started to pile up along the walkway of the basement car park. «I've caught some people red-handed but there was nothing I could do,» Ke added. Although the authorities had put up notices informing the public not to discard items illegally, they did not to help alleviate the problem.

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Long motivated by a belief that both itself and the media play a vital role in fostering responsible drinking habits, manufacturing giant Red Stripe is set to host the next instalment of its ‘Responsibility Now!’ Town Hall Series this week. The...

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[New Times] In recent years, modern Rwandan poetry has been evolving, embracing diverse styles and themes. Poets are collaborating with other artistes and participating in international performances and competitions expanding their audience on a broader scale.

[New Times] It's been clear for some time now that there is something seriously 'the matter' with Michela Wrong, a British journalist and author who for the past several years has had a vendetta going against the president of Rwanda.

[The Herald] Last year, a frightened 22-year-old Bendele Mpoyi Dallas of Jake Village in Nord Kivu, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), was captured by rebels when they attacked his village.

The new poll sought to reach voters who don’t usually participate in election surveys.

Washington Post-Schar School poll of Americans who will decide the 2024 presidential election.

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) named two controversial members to the House Intelligence Committee — Reps. Scott Perry (Pa.) and Ronny Jackson (Tex.) — sparking concerns about politicizing a crucial committee. He did so partially because Donald Trump wanted him to.

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi urged the Election Commission to disclose data on faulty EVMs used during the Lok Sabha elections, citing concerns over accuracy after his victory in Assam. His request follows controversy over alleged tampering and a Mumbai incident. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi echoed skepticism, while BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar defended EVM integrity, asserting they are secure and non-networked.

«Bharat» and «India» will be used interchangeably in NCERT textbooks as is the case in the country's Constitution, National Council of Educational Research and Training Director Dinesh Prasad Saklani has said. The comments assume significance in the wake of a high-level panel working on the social science curriculum recommending that «India» should be replaced with «Bharat» in school textbooks for all classes.

Al-Qaeda affiliate Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin militants have reportedly attacked a town in Burkina Faso, killing 107 soldiers Read Full Article at RT.com

Some tourists who came for sunshine stayed, adapting to life, curating it on social media, and amassing thousands of social media followers Read Full Article at RT.com

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has reportedly criticized the military’s plan for ‘tactical pauses’ in southern Gaza to let in aid Read Full Article at RT.com

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent separate cables of congratulations on Sunday to South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election for a new term. King Salman expressed his sincere congratulations and best wishes for success to Ramaphosa and for the progress and prosperity of his country, SPA reported. Saudi Arabia has enjoyed excellent relations with South Africa, which have been strengthened and developed in every aspect.       

RIYADH: The Saudi aid agency KSrelief has distributed nearly 1,600 food baskets across Yemen, benefiting more than 11,000 people, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday. The aid was sent to the districts of Al-Mawasit, Al-Ma’afer and Ash Shamayatayn in Taiz, as well as Al-Hawtah district in Lahij, and Al-Ghaydah district in Al-Mahra Governorate on Sunday. The program is part of Saudi Arabia’s efforts, represented by KSrelief, to strengthen food security in Yemen.

RIYADH: The Technical and Vocational Training Corporation trained scouts to serve during the Hajj season to provide guidance and advice to pilgrims. These scouts can be found in all pilgrimage areas wearing blue caps, brown vests and green neckerchiefs, helping pilgrims. Hajj scout Ramadan Swailek says that his duty is to serve and assist the pilgrims at various locations in Makkah.

NATO is considering putting more nuclear weapons on standby amid tensions with Russia and China, Stoltenberg has said Read Full Article at RT.com

A report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute says China has been rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal since early 2023 Read Full Article at RT.com

The decision follows the resignation of retired army general Benny Gantz, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced Read Full Article at RT.com

A Chinese retiree purchased classified books sold for scrap by greedy soldiers, the Ministry of State Security says Read Full Article at RT.com

Indian citizen Nikhil Gupta has been accused by US prosecutors of hiring a hitman to kill a pro-Khalistan activist in New York Read Full Article at RT.com

As the ministry specified, Andrey Belousov also listened to a report on coordinating the work of Russian peacekeeping units and the commandant’s service in new Russian regions