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Asylum Requests in Germany Decreased 34 Percent in 2024
Berlin hardened its stance on immigration following a surge in arrivals and stabbings committed by asylum-seekers.
Trump Says He Wants to Avoid Conflict With Iran ‘But It Cannot Have a Nuclear Weapon’
Trump responded to talk of a joint U.S.–Israeli strike on Iran, following his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Feb. 4.
Argentina Announces Withdrawal From WHO Over COVID Lockdown ‘Economic Catastrophe’
President Javier Milei said that COVID-19 lockdowns promoted by the agency could be ‘classified as a crime against humanity.’
International Community Reacts to Trump’s Gaza Plan
Trump’s plan for the United States to take over and redevelop the Gaza Strip while relocating its residents found few supporters abroad.
Syrian Leader al-Sharaa Visits Ankara for Talks With Turkey’s Erdogan
Turkey was the primary backer of a rebel offensive late last year that toppled Syria’s long-ruling Assad regime.
‘Defensible Case’ for 16 Being Old Enough to Choose Assisted Suicide, Says Scottish MSP
Liam McArthur said that arguments for raising the minimum age to 18 were ‘persuasive,’ and would be considered if his bill progressed through Parliament.
No Evidence of Ideological Motives Behind Mass Shooting: Swedish Police
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said the attack was the ‘worst mass shooting in Swedish history.’
Government Denies Claims Chagos Islands Deal Could Cost £18 Billion
A Foreign Office spokesman said, ‘The figures being quoted are entirely inaccurate and misleading.’
Melbourne Street Stabbing Sparks Fresh Safety Fears
The alleged attacker escaped the scene, and at this stage, police believe the suspect was known to the victim.
Philippines Vice President Impeached by Lower House
In November Duterte said she had hired an assassin to murder President Ferdinand Marcos Jr and his wife, Liza Araneta, if she herself was killed.
CPA Warns Red Tape a ‘Straitjacket’ on the Economy in Response to Labor’s Small Business Plan
Released on Feb. 3, the National Small Business Strategy outlines support plans, but it has left CPA Australia sceptical.
Former NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg Appointed Norway’s Finance Minister
The announcement comes amid a cabinet reshuffle after Norway’s government collapsed last week.
