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Rift Between Allies? Benjamin Netanyahu Subtly Criticizes Donald Trump for Not Backing West Bank Annexation Plan

Despite President Trump's support for annexation of Israeli settlements in West Bank, there isn't much response from Washington currently.

Aug 11, 2020

By Akshay Saraswat

Belarus' Opposition Leader Svetlana Tikhanouskaya Flees Country After Post-Election Clashes

Violent clashes have rocked Belarus after strongman President Alexander Lukashenko was re-elected in a landslide victory.

Aug 11, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Israel Closes Gaza Crossing

The crossing will remain accessible only for entry of essentials such as humanitarian equipment and fuel

Aug 11, 2020

By IANS

Trump Escorted Out of Press Meeting After Shooting Outside White House

The Secret Service confirmed that the shooting took place at 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue.

Aug 11, 2020

By IANS

Lebanese Government to Resign Amid Public Outrage Over Beirut Blast, Says Minister

On August 4, at least 163 people were killed and over 6,00 were injured when over 2,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate exploded in the port warehouse

Aug 10, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Prime Minister Boris Johnson Worried About UK's Loss of Power On Scotland's Departure

Boris Johnson warned that Britain could be weakened if the union that holds the four nations together was broken

Aug 10, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Israel's PM Netanyahu Appeals for Political Stability as Coalition Crisis Looms Large

Under the current law, the government should approve the budget by August 25 or Parliament will be automatically dissolved

Aug 10, 2020

By IANS

US Senators Appeal for Removal of Tariffs on EU Foods and Beverages

The tariffs were imposed in retaliation to EU subsidies on large aircraft and have affected single-malt Scotch whiskey, Italian cheese, and French wine

Aug 10, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

China Sanctions Top US Lawmakers and Rights Activists in Severe Hong Kong Retaliation

The latest action is in response to the US sanction on Hong Kong officials including Chief Executive Carrie Lam.

Aug 10, 2020

By Suman Priya Mendonca

US Election Infrastructure Being Targeted With Chinese Cyberattacks: WH National Security Adviser

O'Brien's statements suggest an active level of suspected Chinese interference as the 2020 Presidential Election approaches

Aug 10, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Belarus President Lukashenko Wins Re-election, Opposition Cries Foul

Lukashenko secured 80 percent of the vote while Svetlana Tikhanouskaya, who emerged as Lukashenko's primary rival, won 9.9 percent of the vote

Aug 10, 2020

By IBTimes APAC Desk

Gretchen Whitmer: Why The Late Dark Horse is a Great VP Choice for Joe Biden

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer traveled to Delaware to meet with Joe Biden last weekend, fueling speculations.

Aug 10, 2020

By Viraj Mahajan

US Hails Taiwan's Democracy, Sends Strong Message to Beijing with Health Secretary's Rare Visit

It was the first time in four decades that a U.S. cabinet minister visited Taiwan since cutting diplomatic ties in 1979 following UN resolution in 1971

Aug 10, 2020

By Krishnendu Banerjee

Turkeys Erdogan addresses rallies to mark first anniversary of failed coup

EU Says Turkey's Oil Exploration in Eastern Mediterranean Worrying

Greece says that Turkey's position is a violation of international law.

Aug 10, 2020

By IANS

UK Urges Hong Kong To Hold Elections

Britain called on the Hong Kong government on Sunday to reinstate disqualified candidates and hold legislative council elections as soon as possible

Aug 9, 2020

By IBTimes SG Desk

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