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Authorities in Sicily have called on airports to stop selling mafia-themed souvenirs

Sicily's regional government today asked the area's airports to stop selling souvenirs with mafia-related images. "Let the sale of mafia-themed souvenirs and trinkets end in the shops and commercial establishments of Sicilian airports," urged Alessandro...

The Turkish Orthodox Church wants Zelensky to be held accountable

The Turkish Independent Orthodox Church called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's address to Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople as "ecumenical" a crime against Turkey's territorial integrity and an "attempted riot" against its constitutional order. She called...

Poland’s Former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki Eyes Leadership of European Conservatives and Reformists

Warsaw, Poland – In a significant political maneuver, Poland’s former Prime Minister, Mateusz Morawiecki, is reportedly in contention for the leadership of the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) party, as published today by EURACTIV. This...

Commissioner Johansson Announces Entry/Exit System Launch “eu-LISA” A New Era for European Borders

In a landmark announcement, Commissioner for Home Affairs, Ylva Johansson, addressed the staff of eu-LISA, the European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems, regarding the impending deployment of the state-of-the-art...

The Impact of Political Leadership on Economic Development in Nigeria

By Emmanuel Ande Ivorgba, PhD. Executive Director, Centre for Faith and Community Development (CFCD) INTRODUCTION The traditional concept of leadership is based on the notion that leaders are selected to command control and make final decisions...

Sri Lanka received an Election Observation Mission from the European Union

Following an invitation by the Election Commission of Sri Lanka, the European Union has decided to deploy an Election Observation Mission (EOM) to Sri Lanka to observe the Presidential Election scheduled for 21 September...

Human Rights Crisis: EU Rebukes Israeli Proposal to Starve Gaza Civilians

In a rebuke highlighting the European Union's dedication to humanitarian values and international law the EU High Representative expressed serious concern about the controversial comments made by Israeli Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich at the...

UKRAINE: Officials of the Office of the President manually monitor courts and law enforcement agencies for illegal seizure (robbery) of private property

Ukrainian businesses report unfounded repressions during Russia’s war on Ukraine August 2024 In July 2024, owners and top managers of Ukrainian enterprises gathered again at a roundtable in Kyiv to declare that not a single high-profile...

Access to official documents held by public authorities: Council of Europe evaluates compliance with the Tromsø Convention in 11 states

Strasbourg, 16.07.2024 – The Council of Europe’s Access Info Group (AIG), an independent group of experts created to monitor the implementation of the Council of Europe Convention on Access to Official Documents by its parties, published...

Cruelty Free Europe urges European Commission to speed up animal testing phase-out plans after stats show stalled progress

Animal protection NGO, Cruelty Free Europe, urges Ursula von der Leyen’s incoming European Commission to accelerate plans to phase out animal testing after the release of statistics for 2021 and 2022 showed that progress...

Equality over discrimination: history must never repeat itself – President Metsola

The European Parliament marks European Roma Holocaust Memorial Day and honours the Sinti and Roma murdered in Nazi-occupied Europe. Today, the European Parliament joins the international community in marking European Roma Holocaust Memorial Day and...

Elias Castillo: A Stalwart of Latin American Legislative Leadership

Latin America has always been known for its political landscape and intricate legal systems and few leaders represent the ideals of collaboration and legislative proficiency as well as Elias Ariel Castillo González. With more...

Venezuela’s Electoral Process Marred by Repression and Lack of Transparency

The Office of the Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS) has received a report from the Department of Electoral Cooperation and Observation regarding the presidential electoral process in Venezuela in 2024....

OAS Report Shakes Venezuelan Election Results: Trust in Democracy Eroded

According to a report released by the Organization of American States (OAS) the Department of Electoral Cooperation and Observation (DECO) stated that the outcome of the Venezuelan presidential elections conducted on July 28 2024...

Bangladesh under Fire: A Call for Justice and Accountability

Recent developments in Bangladesh have raised significant alarm within the international community, particularly regarding the announcement of a controversial "shoot on sight" policy. As violence escalates, the High Representative's statement during the ASEAN Regional...

Venezuela’s Presidential Election: A Path to Democracy or a Road Paved with Irregularities?

As the dust settles from Venezuela's recent presidential election, the European Union (EU) has provided a critical assessment of the electoral process, emphasizing the ongoing challenges faced by the nation. High Representative Josep Borrell’s...

The leadership of Mount Athos requested additional information from the police about the action against “Esphigmen”

The Greek police have sent a letter to the Holy Kinotis (the community of representatives of the 20 Athos monasteries that make up the leadership of Mount Athos) asking for assistance in complying with...

Deacon Andrey Kuraev was accepted into the clergy of the Exarchate of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Lithuania

On July 23, 2024, Archdeacon Andrey Kuraev was admitted to the clergy of the Exarchate of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Lithuania in response to his request, according to an official announcement of the Exarchate....

The Russian patriarch to Putin: You are the first truly Orthodox president

On July 28th Russian Patriarch Kirill awarded Vladimir Putin with the Church Order "St. Alexander Nevsky - First Class" in St. Petersburg, expressing his satisfaction with the complete agreement between the church and the...

2024 Rule of Law Report: EU better equipped to face rule of law challenges

The Commission has published its fifth annual Rule of Law Report which monitors significant developments and takes stock of the rule of law situation in all EU countries. It shows that the EU is much better prepared to detect, prevent...

Peace that comes from heaven

By Taras Dmytryk, Lviv, Ukraine When we speak of the peace that comes down from heaven, we consider this peace to be the grace of God, given to us by God himself. “My peace I...

European Commission Probes Delivery Hero and Glovo for Potential Anticompetitive Practices

In a bold move to safeguard competition in the burgeoning online food delivery market, the European Commission has launched a formal antitrust investigation into two of Europe's largest food delivery companies, Delivery Hero and...

The Conference of European Churches: The responsibility for what is happening is not only the political leaders

The Conference of European Churches (CEC) issued a statement condemning Russia's attack on the Ohmatdet Children's Hospital in Kyiv. Its chairman at the moment is the archbishop of Thyatira and Great Britain Nikitas (Ecumenical...

EU Intensifies Pressure: Six-Month Extension of Russia Sanctions

Brussels, – The European Council has chosen to extend its ranging sanctions, against Russia, for an additional six months due to the ongoing aggression and destabilizing actions by Russia in Ukraine. These measures,...

Joe Biden Exits 2024 Presidential Race, Shaking Up U.S. Political Landscape

In a turn of events in American politics, President Joe Biden has announced that he will not seek re-election in 2024. His announcement, shared on the media this Sunday afternoon, gives Donald Trump a...
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