Communist-led Kerala soon to become India’s first state free of extreme poverty
A targeted program has been undertaken to develop sustainable livelihoods for thousands of families suffering under extreme poverty.
Removal of “unlawful” US sanctions is Iran’s top priority in talks with the US
Iran says instead of blaming it for the regional situation, the west must acknowledge Israel’s responsibility in regional unrest, the occupation and crimes against the Palestinians, and act against it.
15 years after deadly crackdown, Thai protestors demand justice and amnesty
Pro-democracy movements in Thailand have demanded the removal of a section of the country’s law which allows the authorities to book dissidents for years in jail for “royal defamation.”
Pakistan continues forced displacement of thousands of Afghan refugees
Between 500,000-800,000 Afghan refugees have been expelled from Pakistan since September 2023 in complete violation of their rights and despite the concerns about their safety under Taliban rule.
China retaliates with 84% tariff as Trump’s trade war escalates to 125%
Donald Trump announced 50% additional tariffs on Chinese goods. In response, China announced an 84% tariff on all American goods, then on Wednesday, Trump escalated the tariffs to 125%.
Iran to hold indirect nuclear talks with the US in Oman, rejects Trump’s claims of direct negotiations
On Tuesday Iran held a second round of trilateral negotiation with Russia and China in Moscow, apparently to chart out a common position on nuclear and other international issues.
India’s largest communist party slams Israel, calls for an end to US blockade on Cuba
The 24th Congress of India’s largest communist party, CPI (M), concluded with the election of M A Baby as its new general secretary and several young leaders to its top decision-making body.
Massive celebrations after South Korea’s president Yoon Suk Yeol removed from his post
Yoon, whose government was highly unpopular due to authoritarian policies and escalating war efforts, was impeached by the country’s parliament for imposing a short-lived martial law over the country last year in December.