Sara Spinelli

Human Rights Watchdog Criticizes Overly Positive European Assessment on Democracy Standards Compliance

Human Rights Watchdog Criticizes Overly Positive European Assessment on Democracy Standards Compliance

The European Commission’s annual audit on democratic standards throughout Europe shows a positive outlook but lacks real effectiveness due to its absence from any robust enforcement mechanism, as stated by an EU-wide network of civil liberties groups. Launched five years ago and presented by the commission as a crucial

President Zelenskyy reports involvement of North Korean support in supplying troops for Russian military operations amid Ukraine conflict, as per recent update

President Zelenskyy reports involvement of North Korean support in supplying troops for Russian military operations amid Ukraine conflict, as per recent update

Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused North Korea of sending military personnel to Russia’s forces again and called for increased international support to prevent further escalation into a larger conflict. In his nightly address, he expressed concern about an apparent strengthening alliance between Russia and regimes like that in North Korea, beyond

New Information Enables Thousands of Afghan Soldiers Eligibility for Residency in the UK

New Information Enables Thousands of Afghan Soldiers Eligibility for Residency in the UK

An estimated 500 high-ranking Afghan soldiers who battled alongside British forces are now expected to be eligible for resettlement in the UK following a reversal of previous decisions rejecting their applications. New evidence has surfaced, confirming that these at-risk veterans were compensated and employed by the United Kingdom government while

Enhanced US Support Highlighting Escalating Concerns About Israeli Air Defense Systems

Enhanced US Support Highlighting Escalating Concerns About Israeli Air Defense Systems

Conflict in Israel intensifies amid threats from Hezbollah and Iranian drones targeting military facilities. A recent incident saw a Hezbollah drone bypass Israel's sophisticated air defenses, resulting in significant casualties at an active Golani base near Binyamina during dinner hours - four lives lost and 58 wounded (seven

India and Canada Suspend Top Diplomats Amid Intensifying Conflict Over Sikh Activist's Fatality

India and Canada Suspend Top Diplomats Amid Intensifying Conflict Over Sikh Activist's Fatality

The Canadian and Indian governments expelled each other's senior diplomats as relations between the two nations worsened following an investigation into the killing of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. In a statement on Monday night, India’s foreign ministry expressed doubt in Canada's ability to ensure

Allegations that Ryder Cup has inflated ticket prices at Bethpage Black, making them unaffordable for average fan with a single-day pass costing up to $750.

Allegations that Ryder Cup has inflated ticket prices at Bethpage Black, making them unaffordable for average fan with a single-day pass costing up to $750.

Golf aficionados eager for the upcoming Ryder Cup next year might find themselves paying $750 for day tickets at Bethpage Black in New York. This fee could enhance perceptions that the event caters more towards corporate patrons, rather than general fans of golf as it shifts directionally from its origins

Reparations for slavery absent from discussions during Commonwealth gathering, asserts Number Ten Ministry

Reparations for slavery absent from discussions during Commonwealth gathering, asserts Number Ten Ministry

The topic of reparations for slavery is not scheduled for discussion at the upcoming Commonwealth heads of government (Chogm) summit, and Downing Street has confirmed that the UK does not plan payments in this regard. This position could potentially create friction between Keir Starmer, who will be present at the