Putin and Xi's bro-hug proves that fight for Ukraine is same as fight against China
China may not be a reliable partner for the West due to its support for Russia, requiring the US to treat it as a rogue state and strengthen alliances elsewhere. [ more ]
Cambodia's ex-leader Hun Sen unanimously voted in as senate president
Hun Sen became the president of the senate after stepping down from the prime minister's position and handing power to his son.
The Senate in Cambodia, while not a powerful political or legislative body, holds the highest ceremonial role and is a political symbol of the nation. [ more ]
Russia-Ukraine war live: France says it expects China to send very clear messages' to Russia
Alex Lidagovsky, a Ukrainian sculptor, forced to flee Kyiv due to Russian invasion, accepted into the Royal Society of British Artists.
France calls on China to send clear messages to Russia regarding the war in Ukraine; emphasizes the importance of negotiating peace with Ukrainians. [ more ]
Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, is detained in Russia on espionage charges despite denials from the Journal and U.S. government.
Russian President Putin is considering a potential exchange of Gershkovich for a Russian citizen imprisoned in Germany, leading to concerns about encouraging more incarcerations. [ more ]
Ukraine has recovered its strategic position in the east, Russian navy commander reportedly sacked, 1,400 scientific buildings damaged in the invasion. [ more ]
UK to consider suspending arms exports to Israel if Rafah offensive goes ahead
The UK government is considering suspending arms export licenses if Israel proceeds with a ground offensive in Rafah.
Diplomatic pressure is mounting on the UK to follow other countries and halt arms exports to Israel based on international humanitarian law breaches. [ more ]