America
Iran lambastes US, EU for sheltering MEK terrorists
"Aug. 29, the National Day of Fight Against Terrorism, is the time to remember Prz Rajai & PM Bahonar who, 39yrs ago today, were martyred in a bombing by the…
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News
Europe’s Most-Enduring Leader Faces Biggest Test in Balkan Vote
… three decades of dominance by Europe’s most enduring leader. President … parties vying to join the European Union to euroskeptics and pro … elections. Read More: Why EU’s Balkan…
America
‘Wisdom’ of Guatemala’s indigenous people needed for sustainable development: a UN Resident Coordinator blog
“Now more than ever, we must heed the wisdom of indigenous peoples. This wisdom calls upon us to care for the earth so that not only our generation may enjoy…
News
Spirit of 2015 a distant memory in Lesbos
Five years ago the olive grove of Moria on the Greek island of Lesbos was a sanctuary for asylum seekers. Today it is a jungle, overcrowded, threatening and all too…
News
What will the EU do to tackle the towns declaring themselves to be LGBT-free zones?
Michal is a mild-mannered 19-year-old. He describes himself as ‘a bit of a nerd’, plans a career making videos and came out as gay before leaving school last year. ‘I…
Europe
EU, US, UK, Switzerland urge Minsk to observe international obligations
EU, US, UK, and Switzerland urge Belarusian authorities to observe their international obligations, particularly those in the sphere of human rights, the joint statement by the missions of the United…
Europe
EU rule says cosmetics MUST be tested on animals but chemicals are used in ‘cruelty free’ products
Eurocrats have torpedoed the sale of 'cruelty-free' cosmetics by insisting that chemicals used in many popular High Street brands must be tested on animals. Protesters say the decision by the…
Europe
At WTO meet, Delhi objects to EU & Taiwan rush to corner India on import tariff hikes
India this week raised objections at a World Trade Organisation (WTO) meeting against the European Union and Chinese Taipei “rushing” to the intergovernmental body against import tariff revisions effected in…
Europe
Turkey expects ‘equity’ from EU amid East Med tension
ANKARA-Anadolu Agency The Turkish vice president on Aug. 29 called on the EU for equity amid ongoing tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean. In an exclusive interview with state-run Anadolu Agency,…
Europe
Street artist Banksy buys yacht to rescue migrants in the Mediterranean, hits out at EU authorities
The United Nations refugee agency has urged European nations to let in hundreds of migrants rescued from the Mediterranean Sea by humanitarian boats — including one sponsored by street artist…