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FTC abandons Biden-era effort to block Microsoft’s purchase of Activision

It was the second time in one day that the FTC pulled out of litigation begun during the Biden administration.

Trump’s Golden Dome defence system “unrealistic”

Michael O’Hanlon discusses Trump’s Golden Dome defence system, and whether it’d be a good strategy for the US.

Why is El Salvador’s President Bukele targeting foreign-funded nonprofits?

A new law, championed by President Nayib Bukele, is seen by advocates as an effort to stifle dissent in El Salvador.

Ukraine, Russia exchange hundreds of soldiers, civilians in prisoner swap

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says each side exchanged 390 detainees, with more to come over several days.

‘No soldiers, no occupation’: Israel’s anti-war protests small, but growing

More young Israelis are turning their backs on the Gaza war, but wider society shows little sympathy for Palestinians.

UN chief Antonio Guterres says Gazans are enduring “the cruelest phase” of

UN chief Antonio Guterres says Gazans are enduring “the cruelest phase” of the war.

Josh Paul resigned over Gaza. What comes next?

Why resigning from the US government wasn’t enough for one official who stepped down.

US judge blocks Trump effort to bar Harvard from enrolling foreign students

The court injunction comes as the school launches a lawsuit calling Trump's actions a 'blatant violation' of its rights.

From fringe to federal: The rise of eugenicist thinking in US policy

Trump’s inner circle is mainstreaming ideas that threaten the disabled, the elderly and the poor.

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU, 25% on Apple, ratcheting up trade war

President Donald Trump also threatened a 25-percent tariff on Apple products unless iPhones are made in the US.

Pakistan, Afghanistan move towards ‘restoring ties’ in talks with China

As India strengthens ties with Kabul, Pakistan and Afghanistan return to the table after Chinese mediation.

South Sudan refugees in Ethiopia face ‘health catastrophe’, charity warns

Thousands of South Sudanese refugees face worsening health conditions as cholera spreads.

Rescue bid launched for hundreds trapped in South African gold mine

Mining company Sibanye-Stillwater says all miners are safe and have been provided with food as they await rescue.

DRC’s conflict demands a new peace model rooted in inclusion and reform

New mediation must confront the root causes of conflict and include voices long excluded from elite-driven peace talks.

Israel maintains minimal aid deliveries to Gaza amid hunger crisis

UN and doctors warn that volume of aid supplies for Gaza residents is insufficient following 11-week blockade.

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti wishes luck to his successor Alonso

As Real Madrid confirm Carlo Ancelotti's departure, the Italian wishes luck to incoming coach Xabi Alonso.

Borders and ballots: Why Essequibo is controversial in Venezuela’s election

Guyana has claimed the resource-rich region of Essequibo. But so has Venezuela. Will a new election ratchet up tensions?

DR Congo strips ex-President Kabila of immunity

Former leader accused of 'treason, war crimes, [and] crimes against humanity' for his support of M23 rebels in east.

Is AI reshaping the creative landscape?

Today on The Stream: We paint a picture of how AI is reshaping the creative landscape. 

Palestinians injured as settlers rampage through the West Bank

Israeli settlers have attacked a community in the occupied West Bank, setting fire to cars and houses.

Will the United States deport people to Rwanda?

Kigali in talks to house migrant deportees from US, but rights groups worry such deals further endanger the vulnerable.

Gaza children suffer as malnutrition crisis worsens after weeks of blockade

Doctors at the Nasser Hospital in Gaza are overwhelmed by a surge in the number of malnourished children.

‘Tortured’ Ugandan activist dumped at border following arrest in Tanzania

East African rights groups condemn Tanzania after Agather Atuhaire was found at the Ugandan border.

US banana giant Chiquita fires thousands over Panama strike

President Jose Raul Mulino, whose changes to social security laws prompted the protest, called the strike 'illegal'.

The American coup: From Jim Crow to digital authoritarians

Is the US sliding into authoritarianism? Marc Lamont Hill speaks to historian of fascism, Ruth Ben-Ghiat.

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Netanyahu congratulates Yuval Raphael on 2025 Eurovision success

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with Yuval Raphael, Israel's representative to the 2025 Eurovision on Wednesday to congratulate her on winning second place in the competition.

"Shalom Yuval, you sound excellent and you sounded excellent there. You have brought so much honor and pride to our country. After what you went through, fighting for your life in a shelter, and now representing all of our

UN Chief decries 'teaspoon' of aid for Gaza; announces new distribution plan

NEW YORK, 23rd May, 2025 (WAM) -- UN chief Antonio Guterres today decried the "teaspoon of aid" Israel has authorised for Gaza, emphasising that a "flood of assistance is required."

He again signalled the UN's refusal to join a new US-backed distribution plan.

Speaking to reporters, Guterres stressed, "Without rapid, reliable, safe, and sustained aid access, more people will die - and the long-term conseq

Mideast in Pictures: UNRWA chief calls for uninterrupted flow of aid into Gaza

GAZA, May 23 (Xinhua) -- Philip Lazzarini, head of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), on Friday called for a "meaningful and uninterrupted" flow of aid into the Gaza Strip.

In a post on social media platform X, Lazzarini said that "saving lives must overtake military and political agendas," adding, "the people of Gaza cannot wait any longer."

Aid trucks began entering

Suspect in Israeli embassy staff killings could face death penalty

The 31-year-old alleged gunman has reportedly claimed that he killed the two employees for Palestine

A man charged with killing two Israeli embassy staff members in Washington, DC, on Wednesday could face the death penalty, US authorities have said.

Sarah Milgrim, 26, and Yaron Lischinsky, 30, were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum during a reception hosted by the American Jewi

Scientists outline possible nuclear winter scenario

The aftermath following an exchange of nukes could include prolonged cooling, agricultural collapse and social upheaval, a study has said

Apart from killing millions, a war between Russia and the US could result in a 'nuclear winter' that would devastate the Earth's atmosphere and lead to a drastic reduction in agricultural production, a group of American scientists has said.

A team led by

Scientists outline nuclear winter scenario

The aftermath following an exchange of nukes could include prolonged cooling, agricultural collapse and social upheaval, a study has said

Apart from killing millions, a war between Russia and the US could result in a 'nuclear winter' that would devastate the Earth's atmosphere and lead to a drastic reduction in agricultural production, a group of American scientists has said.

A team led by

What action can Israel's allies take over its expansion of military operations in Gaza?

The British, French and Canadian leaders issued a joint statement on May 19 in which they condemned Israel's "egregious actions" in Gaza, warning that concrete action could follow if it does not stop its military offensive. They said an 11-week blockade on

Iran, US Dig In As Nuclear Talks Resume In Rome

Welcome back to the Farda Briefing, an RFE/RL newsletter that tracks the key issues in Iran and explains why they matter.

I'm RFE/RL correspondent Kian Sharifi. In this edition, I'm looking at how Tehran and Washington are digging in on the core nuclear issue: enrichment. The United States insists Iran cant enrich uranium; Iran maintains it wont give it up. With both sides refusing to budge, the standoff is heati

Fate Of Nuclear Talks On The Line As Iran, US Head To Rome

The United States and Iran are set to hold a fifth round of talks over the latter's nuclear program in Rome, and the stakes couldhardly be higher.

The main obstacle is Irans uranium enrichment capability -- something that the United States insists must be abandoned in any deal to ensure Iran will not weaponize its nuclear program.

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Iran, US Begin Talks In Rome In Last-Ditch Diplomatic Effort

A fifth round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran has kicked off in Rome at the residence of the Omani ambassador, and the stakes couldhardly be higher.

The main obstacle is Irans uranium enrichment capability -- something that the United States insists must be abandoned in any deal to ensure Iran will not weaponize its nuclear program.

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World Insights: What the future holds for U.S.-Iran nuclear talks?

Analysts believe the U.S. policy shift has crossed Iran's red lines on uranium enrichment, further heightening tensions.

Despite the difficulties, analysts point out that the United States and Iran remain open to negotiations, and indirect dialogue channels are still functioning, which is a positive sign. Some believe that a deal is still possible.

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Ahead of talks, Iran foreign minister says "no deal" if US seeks end to nuclear enrichment

Tehran( Iran), May 23 (ANI): The fifth round of 'indirect' negotiations are set to be held between Iran and the United States on Friday in Rome, according to the Iranian foreign ministry. The talks, being facilitated by Oman are aimed at reviving stalled diplomacy over Iran limiting its nuclear program in exchange for lifting of economic sanctions imposed by US on the Islamic Republic.

Washington maintains that

"Absolute gut-wrenching sadness and anger": People pay tribute to Israeli diplomats outside White House

Washington, DC [US], May 23 (ANI): Several people from various walks of life gathered outside the White House to pay tribute to Israeli Embassy staff members Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim who were shot dead outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC.

People held a vigil outside the White House, organised by a friend of the victims.

The people gathered there prayed for the dece

"Evil of anti-Semitism must be eradicated from our society", says White House on murder of Israeli diplomats

Washington DC [US], May 23 (ANI): The White House has expressed strongest condemnation on the killing of two Israeli diplomats in Washington DC.

During a press briefing on Thursday, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, 'President Trump is saddened and outraged over the brutal murder of two Israeli embassy staff here in Washington, D.C. last night. Yaron Leshinsky and Sarah Milgram were a beautiful young couple

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90 truckloads of UN aid delivered to Gazans, breaking 11-week blockade

The first aid in 11 weeks delivered to Gazans includes nutrition supplies, flour, medicines and other critical goods, UN humanitarians said Thursday.

The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said about 90 trucks loaded at the Kerem Shalom/Karem Abu Salem checkpoint headed for multiple destinations, carrying the s