May 19, 2025 12:23 pm

Day: May 19, 2025

Kremlin Cites Past Wars as It Threatens Long Conflict in Ukraine.

During the first direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in three years, Russia’s lead negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky, evoked Peter the Great’s 21-year war against Sweden to suggest that Moscow is mentally and militarily prepared for a prolonged conflict. Medinsky told Ukrainian negotiators in Istanbul that Russia is ready to fight for years if necessary, […]

Democrats Urge Biden to Take Responsibility for 2024 Election Loss

The Voice Report A growing number of Democrats are calling on former President Joe Biden to take responsibility for the party’s loss to Donald Trump in the 2024 election, arguing that his decision to run for a second term contributed significantly to their defeat. Democratic strategists, operatives, and donors expressed frustration in recent interviews and […]

The General’s Dilemma: Can Waker Keep His Promise to the Nation?

By Dastagir Jahangir, Editor, The Voice On May 20, General Waker Uz Zaman, the Chief of Army Staff, is expected to address his officers at the Army Headquarters in full combat uniform—a symbolic moment that comes at a time of extraordinary tension within Bangladesh’s military and political establishment. But behind the call to arms lies […]

DHS Reportedly Considers Reality Show Featuring Immigrants Competing for Citizenship

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly reviewing a proposal for a reality TV show in which immigrants would compete for American citizenship. According to The Daily Mail, the show—tentatively titled The American—was pitched by Canadian-born producer Rob Worsoff, known for his work on reality series such as Duck Dynasty and Dating Naked. […]

India’s Satellite Lost After Launch

India’s space agency ISRO launched its 101st major rocket, PSLV-C61, on Sunday, carrying a modern Earth observation satellite named EOS-09. However, shortly after launch, the mission failed as the satellite could not be placed into its designated orbit, according to Indian media outlet NDTV. ISRO’s official X (formerly Twitter) account stated that the launch took […]

11 Awami League Activists Detained During Rally in Bangladesh

Police in Bangladesh have detained 11 activists of the party, the Awami League, for participating in a rally in violation of a ban on political gatherings. The arrests were made by the Detective Branch (DB) of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) in the Gulistan area of the capital, Dhaka. The arrests were confirmed on Sunday […]

UK Restores Relations with the EU Years After Brexit

The United Kingdom has decided to re-establish relations with the European Union (EU) in certain sectors, years after officially leaving the bloc. The agreement, finalized on Monday (May 19), aims to enhance European security and boost the UK’s economic growth. As part of the deal, London will increase defense cooperation and ease some trade restrictions […]

Thousands Join Tiranga Yatra to Honor Indian Armed Forces and Operation Sindoor

New Delhi, May 18 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organized a grand Tiranga Yatra in the national capital on Sunday, celebrating the valor of the Indian Armed Forces and the success of Operation Sindoor. Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra, who led the event, lauded the forces for their decisive actions across the border.“For the first […]

Trump Cuts Tariffs on Chinese Goods – But Prices Likely to Stay High

The U.S. government recently reduced tariffs on goods imported from China, giving hope to consumers that prices might drop. However, experts say the change won’t bring much relief at the checkout counter. The tariff cut is only temporary — lasting 90 days — as part of a trade truce agreed upon during meetings between U.S. […]