JERUSALEM—The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor, already facing controversy, has been forced to step aside while allegations of sexual misconduct are investigated, the court announced Friday. Karim Khan denies these allegations. Digital inquired with the ICC and Karim Khan on Thursday about the possibility of his removal or resignation.The court…
Following unsuccessful peace talks with Russia in Turkey on Friday, which failed to establish any ceasefire, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with President Trump and key Western allies from France, Germany, the U.K., and Poland.Delegations from Ukraine and Russia convened in Turkey for the first time in three years, as…
EXCLUSIVE — Israel's U.N. Ambassador Danny Danon strongly criticized a U.N. official, stating his comments destroyed any sense of impartiality.On Tuesday, Tom Fletcher, the U.N. Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, accused Israel of genocide during his address to the U.N. Security Council."Israel is intentionally and openly inflicting…
A social media influencer from Mexico was fatally shot while broadcasting live from a beauty salon situated in a region notorious for cartel-related violence. Prosecutors believe a hitman specifically targeted her.Valeria Márquez, 23, a model and beauty influencer boasting over 113,000 TikTok followers, was shot in the head and chest…
Speaking to reporters in Abu Dhabi during the final leg of his four-day tour, President Trump stated his desire to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine "as soon as we can set it up."He emphasized the urgency of the meeting, saying, "I think…
Ahead of the talks in Turkey, now scheduled for Friday, Secretary of State Macro Rubio expressed doubt, noting that neither Russian President Vladimir Putin nor President were planning to attend.The peace talks, originally planned for Thursday, were thrown into confusion when the Russian and Ukrainian delegations, including Ukrainian President, arrived…
President Trump's arrival in the United Arab Emirates on Thursday marked the first visit by a U.S. president in almost three decades, since George W. Bush's trip in 2008, concluding his Middle East tour this week.Following significant business agreements in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, Trump is anticipated to announce further…
President Trump announced Thursday he will not attend the Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Istanbul, also dismissing the significance of Vladimir Putin's absence.Despite having pushed for a meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy in Istanbul, Trump cited scheduling conflicts as the reason for his own absence during a business roundtable in Doha,…
Former hostages held by Hamas are urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President , and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff to prioritize the release of remaining captives, even if it necessitates a pause in military operations.Following the recent release of American-Israeli Edan Alexander, 65 survivors of Hamas captivity are calling upon ,…
Jose Mujica, the former guerrilla fighter and president known for his humble lifestyle and progressive policies, including cannabis reform, has passed away at 89. His reputation extended far beyond Uruguay.Mujica, affectionately called "Pepe" by many Uruguayans, led the country's leftist government from 2010 to 2015. He convinced voters that his…
The United Nations convened on Monday, bringing together several nations to revisit the regulation of lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS), also known as "killer robots," a topic under discussion by the international body for over a decade.These discussions are taking place against the backdrop of ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and…
Pope Leo XIV made his debut on social media Tuesday, sharing a message of peace as part of an effort to maintain a consistent presence on the official papal accounts.According to a press release from the Dicastery for Communication, the Pope intends "to maintain an active social media presence through…
Speaking at the Gulf Cooperation Council in Riyadh on Wednesday, Trump reiterated his desire for a deal with Iran and advocated for expanding the Abraham Accords by including additional nations in the landmark agreement.Trump's comments were made while addressing leaders of the GCC during his four-day visit to the region."I…
Just before President 's scheduled visit to the United Arab Emirates, the U.S. State Department has given its approval for a potential sale of helicopters and F-16 fighter jet components to the UAE, totaling over $1.4 billion.The proposed deal includes $1.32 billion for CH-47 F Chinook helicopters and $130 million…
Peter Fitzek, a self-proclaimed "king of Germany," and three of his high-ranking followers have been arrested for allegedly attempting to overthrow the German government, according to media reports.Fitzek, 59, was apprehended during police raids conducted on Tuesday across seven German states, the BBC reported.Fitzek's organization, Reichsbürger, meaning "citizens of the…
During a speech in Saudi Arabia, President Trump sharply criticized Iran's government for its negative impact on both its own nation and the wider region, warning of "maximum pressure" to come.
Gérard Depardieu, a celebrated French actor, has been convicted by a Paris court of sexually assaulting two women on a film set. He received an 18-month suspended prison sentence on Tuesday.In addition to the suspended sentence, Depardieu was fined 29,040 euros (approximately $32,350), and the court has requested his inclusion…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Monday to aggressively pursue Hamas in the coming days, aiming to "complete" the fight against the Iranian-backed organization.Netanyahu made these comments about the ongoing conflict during a visit with Israel Defense Forces reservists."We are going in with full force in the coming days to…
The release of Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old American, is seen as a potential "window of opportunity" to secure the freedom of the remaining 58 hostages held by Hamas for 585 days since October 7, 2023.Special Envoy Adam Boehler will travel from Israel to Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday to continue negotiations…
` tags. ` A 21-year-old has been arrested by British police in connection with a "suspicious" fire at the London home of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, according to reports.The suspect was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life, one day after a fire damaged the door of…
