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Biden and Netanyahu disagree over Israel judicial reform

Israel has defied "pressure from abroad," says Netanyahu in response to Biden's advice to "back away" from judicial changes.

Neutral athletes from Russia and Belarus advised to compete again  

In light of the current embargo imposed in reaction to Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, the Olympic committee has suggested that Russians and Belarusians be permitted to compete as neutrals.

Israel protests as PM Netanyahu delays legal reforms

Following Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's announcement that he will postpone a significant portion of the contentious plans to revamp the court system, there is an uncomfortable calm returning to Israel.

Zelensky accuses Russia of practicing “radiation blackmail.”

Zelenskyy of the Ukraine informs Rafael Grossi of the IAEA that safety at Europe's largest nuclear complex was not guaranteed while Russian forces were in charge of the area.

German public transportation halted due to strike

Due to a strike by two of the biggest unions in Germany, the country's transportation system will be almost completely shut down on Monday.

Putin says that Russia will place nuclear weapons in Belarus. 

According to Russian state media, President Putin equated the action to the US stationing its weapons in Europe and stated it would not violate nuclear non-proliferation accords.

King Charles postpones visit to France amid protests

According to Downing Street, King Charles III's state visit to France has been postponed at the president's request.

National strike over pension age rise affects French businesses

Workers in France conducted a nationwide strike on Thursday in protest of a rise in the retirement age that was forced through parliament without a vote, causing significant disruption to…

Xi’s visit to Moscow begins new era

Days after receiving an international arrest warrant for Putin, Xi and Putin sign a document establishing their "no limits" alliance.

Thailand dissolves Parliament to clear for May election

The announcement said King Maha Vajiralongkorn had endorsed a decree to dissolve Parliament, ahead of an election that must be held 45 to 60 days after dissolution.