Daily Quiz | On Iceland

[ad_1] The colours white, blue and red in the Icelandic flag represent the snow, ocean, and volcanoes. Q: June 17 marks the end of Iceland’s centuries old ties with which country. A: Denmark Q:  What is the Capital of Iceland and what distinction does it hold as regards its location? A:  Reykjavík. It is the … Read more

Israeli officials say Netanyahu has dissolved the war Cabinet after key partner bolted government

[ad_1] Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and former Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz. File. | Photo Credit: AP Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dissolved the influential War Cabinet tasked with steering the war in Gaza, Israeli officials said on June 17, a move that comes days after a key member of the … Read more

Israeli officials say Netanyahu has dissolved the war Cabinet after key partner bolted government

[ad_1] Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and former Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz. File. | Photo Credit: AP Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dissolved the influential War Cabinet tasked with steering the war in Gaza, Israeli officials said on June 17, a move that comes days after a key member of the … Read more

Russian President Vladimir Putin to make ‘friendly’ visit to North Korea

[ad_1] Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to North Korea on June 18 for a “friendly” visit, the Kremlin announced, as the West suspects Pyongyang of supplying Moscow with weapons for its Ukraine offensive. The visit to the world’s most reclusive state comes as Mr. Putin seeks ammunition to continue his military campaign launched in … Read more

Russian President Vladimir Putin to make ‘friendly’ visit to North Korea

[ad_1] Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to North Korea on June 18 for a “friendly” visit, the Kremlin announced, as the West suspects Pyongyang of supplying Moscow with weapons for its Ukraine offensive. The visit to the world’s most reclusive state comes as Mr. Putin seeks ammunition to continue his military campaign launched in … Read more

Gaza hostilities continue despite Israeli armed forces announcement, UNRWA chief says

[ad_1] Israeli soldiers stand on a tank near the border with the Gaza Strip. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Hostilities continue in Rafah and southern Gaza despite the Israeli military’s announcement on Sunday of tactical pauses in operations to allow humanitarian aid to enter, UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini told reporters in Oslo on June 17. … Read more

Death of Indians in Russia-Ukraine war Status and accountability of mercenaries in international law

[ad_1] The story so far: On June 11, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) acknowledged the tragic loss of two Indian nationals who were recruited by the Russian Army amidst the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The MEA in a press statement said that the Indian Embassy in Moscow has strongly raised this issue … Read more