Putin apologizes after Azerbaijan Airlines crash in Russian airspace

Russian President Vladimir Putin offered an apology to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev after an Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed in Russian airspace.

Tbilisi protests demand new elections and release of prisoners

Thousands of pro-European protesters gathered in Tbilisi to demonstrate against the government, on the eve of the inauguration of Georgia’s new president, whose appointment is being contested by the opposition.

UNICEF urges action as 473 million kids suffer in conflict areas

Currently, more than 473 million children worldwide live in areas affected by conflict, and in 2024, the impact of armed conflict on children has reached catastrophic levels, likely setting a new record, as stated in a UNICEF report.

Ukraine to open 150 underground schools by 2025

Ukraine is planning to open over 150 underground schools by the fall of 2025 in response to Russian airstrikes targeting civilian infrastructure, including schools, reports The Kyiv Independent.

Germany calls early elections amid political crisis

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier announced on Friday the dissolution of Parliament and officially scheduled early elections for February 23, following the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s governing coalition and a motion of no confidence against him, as reported by AFP.

South Korea’s Parliament impeaches interim president Han Duck-soo

The South Korean Parliament voted on Friday with a majority to impeach interim President Han Duck-soo, accusing him of "actively participating in the insurrection" after his predecessor's failed attempt to impose martial law earlier this month, according to Reuters and AFP.

Russia declares state of emergency over Black Sea oil spill

On Thursday, Russia declared a federal state of emergency following an oil spill caused by two Russian tankers in the Black Sea, the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported, according to Reuters.

Alarming surge in malaria cases in Ethiopia

Malaria has reached epidemic proportions in Ethiopia, where more than 300,000 cases are being recorded every week. According to the WHO, since the beginning of the year, 8.4 million infections have been recorded in the country, the highest number of cases ever reported in a single year.

Maia Sandu conveys condolences over the tragic plane crash in Kazakhstan

President Maia Sandu today sent a message of condolences to all the families and relatives of those who died in the tragic plane crash in Kazakhstan. The head of state wished strength to the survivors, as well as to the rescue teams working on the scene.

Turkey: Ammunition plant explosion kills 12

At least 12 people were killed and three others injured in an explosion at an ammunition plant in northwestern Turkey.

Ukraine receives $1.1 billion from IMF to support war efforts

Ukraine has received a $1.1 billion tranche from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which will be directed toward critical budgetary expenditures, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced, as reported by The Kyiv Independent.

Protests erupt in Belgrade over deadly train station collapse

Tens of thousands of people protested on Sunday in downtown Belgrade against President Aleksandar Vučić and the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), holding them responsible for the roof collapse at a train station last month, which resulted in 15 deaths, according to Reuters.