Two-state solution is being ‘stripped away in broad daylight,’ Guterres says
United Nations chief Antonio Guterres highlighted on Monday the “blatant violations of human rights, human dignity and international law in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.” – He charged that the current…
US military begins withdrawing from main base in northeast Syria
US forces began pulling out of their largest base in northeastern Syria on Monday, part of a wider departure as the US-allied government in Damascus consolidates control. – Dozens of…
Concessions
Concessions are compromises or allowances made during a negotiation or disagreement, where one side gives up something to reach an agreement.
The Moon Metal: Silver’s Timeless Shine and Hidden Versatility
Silver (Ag, atomic number 47), the lustrous white metal long associated with the Moon (its Latin name argentum and alchemical symbol ♆ reflect lunar ties), is a highly reflective, ductile,…
Red Army Day – Russia Honors the Soviet Armed Forces on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Russia celebrates Red Army Day (День Красной Армии и Флота / Den Krasnoy Armii i Flota), more formally known today as Defender of the Fatherland Day…
National Day – Brunei Celebrates Its Independence on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Brunei Darussalam observes National Day (Hari Kebangsaan), the country’s most important national holiday, commemorating the proclamation of full independence from the United Kingdom on February 23,…
Mashramani-Republic Day – Guyana Celebrates Freedom and Creativity on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Guyana celebrates Mashramani-Republic Day, the country’s most vibrant and colorful national holiday, marking both the Republic Day (becoming a republic on February 23, 1970) and the…
The Emperor’s Birthday – Japan Celebrates Emperor Naruhito on February 23
On February 23, 2026, Japan celebrates The Emperor’s Birthday (天皇誕生日 / Tennō Tanjōbi), the official birthday of His Majesty Emperor Naruhito, the 126th Emperor of Japan and head of the…
China may be in work on development of nuclear weapons’ new generation — CNN
US intelligence agencies believe that China is developing a new generation of nuclear weapons and has already conducted at least one test as part of the process to upgrade its…
Putin has always been ‘straight with me’ – Witkoff
Steve Witkoff said that President Vladimir Putin has always been candid with him about Russia’s goals and red lines in the Ukraine conflict, stressing that a settlement is impossible without…