World Bulletin
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:58:24 +0300Drought declared across South West England after prolonged dry conditions
Minimal rainfall, dry weather conditions have resulted in low river flows, affecting water systems.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:56:41 +0300Major Turkish tech event begins in Black Sea province
6-day Teknofest features technology competitions in dozens of categories.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:55:37 +0300Germany's inflation jumps to 7.9% in August
Figures above market forecast of 7.8%.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:54:23 +0300EU’s Borrell hails Istanbul deal as 1st humanitarian grain shipment reaches Djibouti
EU defense ministers fail to reach agreement on sending military training mission to Ukraine.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:53:01 +0300UN chief urges global community to help flood-affected Pakistan
Floods claim nearly 1,200 people's lives, destroy or damage more than a million houses since mid-June.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:51:30 +0300Baku urges international pressure on Armenia to explain fate of missing Azerbaijanis
Nearly 3,900 Azerbaijanis missing since 1st Nagorno-Karabakh war, says foreign minister.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:50:02 +0300Indian top court closes all proceedings in Gujarat riots, Babri Masjid demolition cases
All India Muslim Majlis-e-Mushawarat unhappy with Indian Supreme Court decisions.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:48:21 +0300Portuguese health minister resigns amid healthcare system crisis
Pregnant woman recently died after being transferred away from hospital.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:45:16 +0300Families of missing Bangladeshis dream of getting back loved ones with UN intervention
On International Day of Victims of Enforced Disappearances, victims’ families call for commission under UN to probe cases.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:42:58 +0300Iraq’s top court postpones session to dissolve parliament amid unrest
Court was to consider lawsuit demanding dissolution of parliament.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:41:08 +0300Russia-Ukraine confidence building 'going well': Turkish foreign minister
Finding negotiated solution was easier in initial weeks of Ukraine war, says Mevlut Cavusoglu, adding that now, 'things have changed'.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:38:32 +0300Ukrainian grain shipment bound for Ethiopia docks Djibouti port
Brave Commander 1st Horn of Africa-bound vessel from Ukraine since Istanbul grain export deal.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:37:08 +0300Türkiye sends 4 planeloads of humanitarian aid to flood-hit Pakistan
Train carrying more relief materials also depart for Pakistan on Tuesday morning from Turkish capital Ankara, says announcement.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 17:49:45 +0300Russian, Armenian leaders mark 25th anniversary of friendship pact
Putin, Pashinyan discuss implementation of trilateral agreements with Azerbaijan.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 17:46:51 +0300UN, Pakistan issue $160M flash appeal for flood victims
Aid will be used to provide 5.2M people with food, water, sanitation and emergency education in flood-affected regions.
Tue, 30 Aug 2022 09:00:59 +0300Press agenda on August 30
Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022.
Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:58:39 +0300Curfew declared in Iraqi capital as cleric’s supporters storm presidential palace
Move comes after Muqtada al-Sadr announces withdrawal from politics.
Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:57:23 +0300Russian shelling near Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant injures 10, says Ukrainian official
Latest escalation comes ahead of UN team's visit to area.
Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:54:25 +0300Greek air defense system's harassment of Turkish jets 'unacceptable'
Turkish forces will never compromise on any harassment, says defense chief.
Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:53:06 +0300Iran says Israel failed to prevent its nuclear program
President Raisi held his first news conference, marking one year of his government.
Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:45:18 +0300IMF and World Bank must help countries on the brink
If the (in)stability of developing economies is being relegated to being a by-product of monetary policy choices in the rich world, the guardians of global financial architecture have much to answer for.
Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:02:35 +0300Press agenda on August 29
Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Monday, Aug. 29, 2022.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:44:03 +0300Tunisia recalls envoy from Morocco amid Western Sahara row
Move comes one day after Morocco summons its ambassador from Tunisia.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:42:19 +03006 more grain ships leave Ukrainian ports under Istanbul deal: Türkiye
Shipments from Ukrainian ports continuing under historic deal reached this July in Istanbul, says National Defense Ministry.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:39:57 +0300New border deal with Kosovo is 'gentleman's agreement': Serbian premier
Use of ID cards issued by Kosovo is done solely for practical reasons, says Ana Brnabic.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:38:01 +0300UK's Boris Johnson blames cost of living crisis on Putin, Russian-led war
Russia's war on Ukraine 'spooked' UK energy markets, says British premier, set to soon leave office.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:36:29 +0300Serbia, Kosovo agree on new border policy, EU says
Kosovo Serbs, all other citizens will be able to travel freely between 2 countries with ID cards, says foreign policy chief.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:35:11 +0300Death toll from Tripoli clashes in Libya rises to 32
Violence worst in Libya since cease-fire reached in 2020.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:33:56 +0300US to appoint envoy to Arctic region for 1st time in history
Ambassador-at-large to be in contact with 7 other Arctic countries – Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Russia.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:32:50 +0300Algeria, France sign declaration for ‘renewed partnership’
Emmanuel Macron’s visit aims to overcome diplomatic discord with Algeria.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:12:15 +0300Kuwait to hold parliamentary election in September
Voters will elect new 50-seat National Assembly.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:10:33 +0300Apple possible target of antitrust lawsuit by US Justice Department: Report
Case could be filed by end of 2022, following similar suits against Facebook, Google, Amazon.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:09:08 +0300Most parts of world will face 'extreme heat' by 2100: Study
Researchers warn rising heat has 'potential to threaten habitability of large swaths of Earth's land surface'.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:08:08 +0300Oil increases more than 5% in week ending August 26
Possible OPEC+ action to lower production to curtail weak oil prices and signs of better demand appetite fuel oil prices.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:06:49 +0300'Extreme tension' in Israeli jails as Palestinian prisoners protest abuses
Israeli officials respond with harsher steps to deter protests by thousands of Palestinians detainees.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:05:24 +0300'Türkiye will not show mercy to those attempting to divide state'
Türkiye will not tolerate any attack that targets country's freedom, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:03:46 +0300Markets focus on Europe's energy but what about Asia?
Despite unmet demand from power sector amid ongoing heatwave, price-sensitive regions like South Asia have had to 'lose' LNG volumes to Europe, expert says.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:01:37 +0300Azerbaijani troops stationed in Lachin city of Karabakh: President
‘Villages of Zabukh, Sus taken under control,’ says Ilham Aliyev.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:00:02 +0300Iran-IAEA standoff last major hurdle in reviving nuclear deal
Iran says UN nuclear watchdog must close its probe to pave way for an agreement.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:58:45 +0300Türkiye's Communications Directorate holds panel on UN Security Council reforms in Stockholm
Security Council needs to be reformed to make it more democratic and better-functioning, says Swedish political scientist.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:56:53 +0300Sony to increase PS5 price citing global economic developments
No price increase in US, says CEO.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:53:25 +0300EU, others reiterate call to hold perpetrators of Rohingya violence accountable
Joint statement marks 5th anniversary of Myanmar military’s attack against Rohingya.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:51:55 +0300World Food Program condemns looting of fuel by Tigray rebels
Without fuel ‘it is impossible for WFP to distribute food, fertilizer, medicines,” says UN agency.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:50:00 +0300Türkiye welcomes new border policy deal between Serbia, Kosovo
Türkiye to continue to strive to maintain peace, stability in region, says Foreign Ministry.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:48:27 +0300Myanmar detains former UK ambassador: Reports
'We are in contact with the local authorities and are providing consular assistance,' local media quotes Foreign Office spokesperson as saying.
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 17:18:37 +0300Tunisia foils 7 irregular immigration attempts to Europe
Over 7,000 Tunisians, 8,700 foreigners attempted to illegally cross to Europe by sea this year, Tunisian authorities say.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:26:36 +0300UN calls for halting clashes in Libyan capital
1 civilian killed in clashes between rival militias in Tripoli.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:25:08 +0300Montenegro claims Russian cyberattacks hit government websites
Prime minister says attacks were carried out by Russian services for political reasons.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:23:02 +0300Serbia says 7 countries withdrew recognition of Kosovo
As Kosovo worked to gain recognition of large countries of its independence, Belgrade did not sit idly by, says President Vucic.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:21:35 +03001 killed as rival militias clash in Libyan capital
Violence comes amid military build-ups in Tripoli by forces affiliated with rival prime ministers.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:19:28 +0300Türkiye calls Macron's remarks in Algeria 'unacceptable'
French president should face his country's colonialist past instead of blaming Türkiye, other countries, says Foreign Ministry.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:14:30 +0300US Justice Department releases redacted Mar-a-Lago search document
FBI investigation began after referral from government agency, search warrant affidavit reveals.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:13:10 +0300New route for Ukrainian grain shipments takes effect
Maritime humanitarian corridor adjusted to shorten transit, ease planning, says UN.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:11:12 +0300France's Macron says gas not main agenda of visit to Algeria
French president announces new decisions on movement of people between 2 countries after Paris reduced visa quota for Algerians.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:09:34 +0300German economy minister warns of energy price jumps this winter
Robert Habeck defends government's planned gas levy, says it is needed to guarantee security of gas supply.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:07:52 +0300Moscow says Latvian move to ban Russian language 'discriminatory'
Foreign Ministry spokeswoman says initiative to ban Russian language at workplace affects half of country's population.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:06:09 +0300EU energy ministers to hold urgent meeting amid energy crisis
Date for meeting is yet to be announced.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:02:57 +0300Pakistan nearly reaches grim milestone of 1,000 deaths in rain-related mishaps
Another 45 people die in country's continuing monsoon floods, downpours, dozens go missing over past day.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:01:11 +0300Türkiye says business circles should not be concerned by US sanctions warning
‘We are pleased to see that US, our ally and trade partner, is inviting its businesses to invest in our economy,’ says finance minister.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:43:33 +0300EU Commission 'monitors closely' developments on Greek wiretapping scandal
Member countries must respect EU law even in case of national security, says spokesperson on rule of law.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:42:00 +0300Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant needs to be immediately demilitarized: UN rights chief
Michelle Bachelet urges Russia to halt Ukraine war, says both sides must respect international rights, humanitarian laws.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:39:43 +0300Social cohesion versus propaganda against Rohingya
Experts call for promoting social engagement between Rohingya, Bangladeshi host community to counter propaganda and facilitate repatriation.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:28:51 +0300Türkiye has never pursued policy of dividing people in Balkans: North Macedonia
Türkiye pursues balanced approach toward all Balkan countries regardless of their religion or ethnic origin, says North Macedonia president.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:25:11 +0300Rohingya mark 5th 'Genocide Remembrance Day' in Bangladesh refugees camps
Stateless people hold rallies and present international community with 7 demands, including justice for genocide victims, repatriation.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:23:56 +03003 journalists face trial for publishing classified defense intel in Finland
Trial set to commence on Sept. 29, journalists deny charges related to December 2017 report about defense intelligence unit.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:22:04 +0300‘Germany’s military stocks are not enough to send more weapons to Ukraine’
Berlin lacks critical military equipment, but having talks with defense companies to supply more weapons to Ukraine, foreign minister says.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:20:35 +0300Türkiye’s Communications Directorate holds ‘UN Security Council Reform’ panel in Oslo
UN Security Council represents world order of 1945, not of 2022, says former undersecretary-general.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:18:24 +0300Bangladesh begins COVID-19 vaccination for schoolchildren
Over 22M children aged 5 to 11 to get pediatric Pfizer vaccines in countrywide drive.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:16:41 +0300Frustrated Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh desperate to move to 3rd countries
More than 2,400 refugees took risky sea journeys from Bangladesh in 2020, says UN report.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:14:45 +0300Thousands of Rohingya youths face bleak academic future
Youths vow to rid themselves of stateless life and lead their nation, no matter how long it takes.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:12:55 +0300Sweden’s premier rules out future coalition with Left Party
Left Party’s waving of PKK terror group’s rags not in interest of government, says Magdalena Andersson.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:02:38 +0300Japan’s top cop to step down over ex-premier's assassination
Police Commissioner General Itaru Nakamura says he ‘will take responsibility for assassination of Abe’.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:01:30 +0300International community vows to put more pressure on Myanmar for Rohingya repatriation
Embassies of 13 states, EU delegation in Bangladesh express concerns over escalating rights violations in Myanmar.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 18:58:22 +0300Hot weather, low rainfall dry up farmers' profits in Bangladesh
Amid rising cost of fuel, fertilizer, farmers face lowest rainfall and hottest temperatures in 4 decades.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 18:33:19 +0300US, Greece disagree on extent of Greek airspace
‘Greece and its neighbors have not agreed on boundary delimitation in those areas where their lawful maritime entitlements overlap,’ says US State Department.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 18:29:10 +0300US economic contraction revised up to 0.6% for Q2
Current‑dollar GDP stood at $24.88T in April-June, Commerce Department’s 2nd reading shows.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 09:02:08 +0300Press agenda on August 25
Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 19:49:57 +0300Ukrainian war and implications for Türkiye, Azerbaijan
Türkiye and Azerbaijan have been given opportunity to grow their influence as alternatives to Russian gas as a result of Ukrainian war.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 19:06:06 +0300Ukraine marks Independence Day as war with Russia continues
Ukraine proceeded with 'determining own destiny' in 1991, says Foreign Ministry.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 19:04:56 +0300Türkiye congratulates Ukraine on Independence Day
Officials voice support for Ukraine's territorial integrity, sovereignty.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 19:02:31 +0300Electricity prices in Europe increase as energy imports from Russia fall
Prices in France show largest gain.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:59:44 +0300Macron says France now facing 'end of abundance'
President warns French public to be ready for 'sacrifices' amid instability due to Ukraine war, climate change.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:58:38 +0300Inflation ‘eats up’ German savings: Study
Savings that Germans accumulated over past 2 years of pandemic largely depleted, reveals study by Ifo Institute.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:56:08 +0300UK to 'never recognize' Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea: Johnson
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says support for Kyiv must continue 'until Russia ends this hideous war' on Ukraine.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:54:33 +0300Europe experiencing ‘worst drought in 500 years’
64% of the EU territory is under warning or alert because of prolonged drought.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:51:24 +0300Russia slowing Ukraine military campaign to reduce casualties: Defense minister
Shoigu says 'special military operation' progressing according to plan, all goals to be achieved.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:41:08 +0300London Gatwick Airport cancels flights at short notice due to staff shortages
Authorities ground flights due to ‘late-notice staff absence,’ airport says.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:39:27 +0300India successfully test-fires surface-to-air missile
Missile will prove to be force multiplier for Indian Navy, says defense chief.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:38:06 +0300Another section of Beirut port silos collapses
Grain silos largely affected by Beirut port blast in 2020.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:36:35 +0300Nearly 1,300 migrants cross English Channel in new record
1,295 migrants intercepted in 27 small boats coming from France, says UK Defense Ministry.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:35:12 +0300Despite rising energy costs, Japan to maintain sanctions on Russia
Premier Kishida directs officials to ‘address rising energy prices prompted’ by Ukraine war.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:33:33 +0300Rosatom sues Finnish firm over terminating nuclear power plant contract
Fennovoima also filed lawsuits worth $1.9B against Russia's state-run nuclear energy firm.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 17:59:13 +0300Malaysia’s ex-Premier Najib Razak to go to jail as top court upholds conviction
Southeast Asian nation’s Federal Court says Razak's defense ‘so inherently inconsistent that it failed to raise reasonable doubt’.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 17:57:44 +0300Taiwan belongs to China, defense chief tells SCO summit
China’s defense minister claims support of 170 nations over Taiwan.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 17:56:27 +0300Australia announces probe into ex-premier Morrison's secret cabinet appointment
Despite Solicitor-General Donaghue's opinion that they were 'legal,' Prime Minister Albanese insists on accountability.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 17:54:57 +0300Iraq’s top judicial body suspends activities amid protests
Supporters of Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr stage sit-in outside gates of Supreme Judicial Council in Baghdad.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 17:14:38 +0300UK imports no fuel from Russia for 1st time ever
Overall imports from Russia also fall to lowest level since records began in January 1997, according to official figures.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:00:23 +0300Press agenda on August 24
Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022.
Tue, 23 Aug 2022 19:45:14 +0300Chip crisis, global dependency in context of China-Taiwan crisis
When things go wrong, as in China-Taiwan crisis that left its mark on recent weeks, countries that hold power have a huge weapon against dependent nations and do not hesitate to use this weapon when necessary.
Tue, 23 Aug 2022 18:59:11 +0300Melilla: Europe's risky gateway for migrants
Despite barbed wire, high fences, hundreds of migrants mainly from sub-Saharan Africa manage to enter Spanish territory every year.