Belarus—which played a critical role in ending last week’s aborted mutiny against the Kremlin by the leader of Russia’s Wagner Group—has returned to the spotlight. A key Russian ally, the country made headlines earlier this year when Moscow unveiled plans to station tactical nuclear weapons on Belarusian soil. On June 27, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko…
Key Russian Ally Belarus Takes Center Stage Spotlight After Wagner Rebellion
LIVE NOW: Blinken Speaks at Council on Foreign Relations
June 28, 2023
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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks at the Council on Foreign Relations at 10:30 a.m. ET on June 28 in New York. …
Blinken Speaks at Council on Foreign Relations
June 28, 2023
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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks at the Council on Foreign Relations at 10:30 a.m. ET on June 28 in New York. …
New Zealand PM Meets CCP Leader Xi Jinping and WEF Founder Klaus Schwab
June 28, 2023
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New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins met Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Tuesday evening as he tries to bring the message that New Zealand is “open for business” during his five-day China trip. Hipkins said they covered various topics during their approximately 30-minute meeting, including economic, social, and cultural connections. The prime minister…
Petrol, Diesel Drivers Could Be Charged Special Fee to Enter Australia’s Capital
June 28, 2023
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Authorities in Canberra have not ruled out charging petrol and diesel car drivers a special fee to enter the nation’s capital as part of an ongoing push towards lower emissions. The Labor-Greens government is facing criticism over its decision to embrace the C40’s “Green and Healthy Streets Accelerator” concept, which calls on governments to only operate…
US Sending $500 Million in Weapons, Military Aid to Ukraine
WASHINGTON—The Biden administration announced Tuesday that it is sending up to $500 million in military aid to Ukraine, including more than 50 heavily armored vehicles and an infusion of missiles for air defense systems, as Ukrainian and Western leaders try to sort out the impact of the brief weekend insurrection in Russia. The aid is…
US Sanctions Gold Firms Tied to Wagner Mercenary Group
June 27, 2023
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The U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday imposed sanctions on multiple companies accused of using illicit gold sales to help fund Russia’s Wagner mercenary group. Treasury said in an announcement on June 27 that it had sanctioned four companies in the Central African Republic (CAR), United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Russia, accusing the entities of engaging…
Global Mining CEO Says Chile Easier to Deal With Than the Queensland Government
June 27, 2023
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BHP CEO Mike Henry has continued pressuring the debt-heavy Queensland Labor government over its contentious decision to raise mining royalties in the coal-rich state. Henry reiterated that recent policies from the state (and federal) government would compel the global mining giant to pull investment from the region, despite major opportunities in critical mineral mining. “Capital…
Australian PM Is Confident of Winning Vote to Change Constitution Despite Falling Public Support
June 27, 2023
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is still confident in the success of a referendum to change Australia’s Constitution despite new polling showing a drop in the public’s approval. This comes as advocacy groups prepare to launch thousands of “Yes” events across the country to encourage Australians to back the Indigenous Voice to Parliament. The Voice is…
Free Speech Takes a Backseat as Musk’s Twitter Threatened With $700,000 Daily Fines
June 27, 2023
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Commentary Free speech is a precious thing. It deserves protection. It needs to be cherished. Free speech allows for new, even radical ideas to be considered. Without free speech, which is an expression of free thought, much of what is enjoyed and understood today would be denied us. In debates, the truth will ultimately win…
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