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November 12, 2024

Trump calls Mike Waltz as his national security adviser

TVN desk

CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins reports that President-elect Donald Trump has requested Representative Mike Waltz of Florida to serve as his national security adviser.
In the post, Waltz would have to handle various geopolitical crises that Trump’s government will face during his second term, including the Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Hamas confrontations.
The congressman recently visited Palm Beach, home to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club.

Biden’s Middle East Peace Plan Offers Fragile Hope Amid Transition

Asia, International

Malaysia to Protest Philippines’ New Maritime Laws Over Territorial Disputes

Americas, News, US

Washington on high alert ahead of Trump’s inauguration

Entertainment, News

Why Actress Zoe Saldaña Apologized After Winning an Oscar

Americas, International, Lead, Middle East, News, Russia, Ukraine, US

US and Ukraine to Meet in Saudi Arabia for Potential Peace Deal

Asia, Global Trade

Tokyo Sushi Restaurateurs Shell Out $1.3 Million for a Motorbike-Sized Bluefin Tuna in New Year’s Auction

Sports

Four Receive Suspended Sentences for Hate Crime Against Vinícius Jr

International, US

We Now Have Full Control Over Iranian Airspace: Trump

International, Iran, Israel

Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei Faces Strategic Losses as Inner Circle Targeted by Israel

International, Russia

North Korea to Help Russia Rebuild Kursk, Kim Promises ‘Unconditional Support

International, Russia

Russia Launches Deadliest Strike on Kyiv in Months, Dozens Injured and Killed

International, Iran, Israel, Lead, Middle East, US

Trump Rejects Ceasefire, Calls for “Real End” to Iran’s Nuclear Program as Israel Intensifies Strikes

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Bangladesh, International

Bangladesh student leader Hasnat-Sarjis withdrew the injunction banning 11 parties

Anti-discrimination student movement convener Hasnat Abdullah and central coordinator Sarjid Alam withdrew the writ banning 11 political parties, including Awami League and Jatiya Party, and declaring the last three parliamentary elections unconstitutional. The petitioners’ lawyers petitioned Justice Fatema Najib and Justice Mahmudur Razi High Court bench, which issued the order on October 29. Legal counsel […]

India, Lead

India Rises to 49th Rank in Network Readiness Index 2024, Leads in AI and ICT Sectors

India has made a significant leap in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024, climbing 11 spots to secure the 49th position globally. The latest ranking, released by the Portulans Institute — a Washington DC-based independent research organization — highlights India’s advancements in technology, artificial intelligence (AI), mobile networks, and broadband, which are being leveraged to […]

Entertainment

Hollywood Hills Engulfed as Los Angeles Faces Massive Wildfire Crisis

A terrifying wave of wildfires, described as “the big one,” has encroached upon Los Angeles, with a new blaze igniting in the Hollywood Hills, threatening the symbolic heart of the American film industry. The fires have pushed closer to Hollywood Boulevard and its iconic Walk of Fame, escalating fears of further destruction in this historic […]

Asia, India, Lead, UN

Pakistan Elected to UNSC: Implications for India’s Permanent Membership Bid

January 1, 2025 – Pakistan has officially begun its two-year term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Elected in June 2024, Pakistan received overwhelming support with 182 votes out of 1852. This marks Pakistan’s eighth term on the council. Ambassador Munir Akram, Pakistan’s top diplomat at the UN, has vowed […]

Pacific

Macron Admits Early Elections Created Political Instability in France

PARIS – French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged on December 31 that his decision to call early parliamentary elections in June had led to increased political instability in the country. In a rare moment of contrition, Macron admitted that the move, intended to clarify the political situation after a poor performance in European elections, had backfired. […]

Americas

How Does the US Election Work?

The outcome of the U.S. presidential election is determined through a system called the Electoral College. What is the Electoral College and How Does It Work? Each of the 50 states, along with Washington D.C., is assigned a certain number of Electoral College votes, totaling 538 votes. States with larger populations have more electoral votes, […]

International, Israel, Middle East, News, Pacific

Israel Kills 81 in Gaza Ahead of Ceasefire

Despite agreeing to the ceasefire agreement, Israel is carrying out reckless attacks on Gaza. At least 81 Palestinians have been killed in a massive Israeli assault on Gaza amid a ceasefire agreement agreed by Israel and Hamas to end the 15-month-long war and hopes it will take effect on Sunday. According to Al Jazeera, Israel […]

Americas, Lead, Middle East, Pacific

Putin Signals Readiness for Talks with Trump, Comments on Ukraine War at Year-End Conference

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his willingness to hold discussions with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump during his annual year-end press conference on Thursday. However, Putin noted that he has not spoken to Trump in over four years and remains uncertain about the timing of any potential meeting.“I am ready for a meeting anytime if he […]

Bangladesh, International, Lead

Sheikh Hasina Condemns Minority Attacks, Calls for Unity and Justice in Bangladesh

DHAKA – Awami League President and Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s daughter, Sheikh Hasina, has issued a strong statement condemning recent attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, highlighting the government’s failure to ensure safety and security for all communities. Below is her full statement as released: Awami League President Sheikh Hasina’s Statement: “A lawyer has been killed […]

Global Trade, Pacific

EU and Mercosur Finalize Landmark Free Trade Deal After Two Decades

The European Union (EU) and Mercosur, South America’s primary trade bloc, have reached a historic agreement on a free trade deal after over 20 years of negotiations. The announcement was made on Friday by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Montevideo, Uruguay.“This is a win-win agreement,” von der Leyen declared during a joint […]

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