Government
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Russia Faces Unprecedented Drone Barrage Amidst St. Petersburg Forum
A massive wave of Ukrainian drone strikes targeted Russian regions during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, underscoring the deepening war as Vladimir Putin attempts to project economic stability.
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Johor Election Campaign Heats Up as DAP Expands Target Seats
As Johor prepares for state elections following the June 1 assembly dissolution, political parties are intensifying their strategies, with DAP confirming it will contest 17 seats.
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Protests Erupt in Albania Over Kushner-Trump Linked Luxury Resort Development
Large-scale protests in Tirana and at the Vjosa–Narta site highlight growing public and environmental opposition to a luxury resort project linked to Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner.
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Canada Intensifies 2026 Census Compliance Efforts: Door-to-Door Follow-Ups Underway
Statistics Canada has launched in-person and phone follow-ups for households that have not yet completed the 2026 Census, citing potential legal penalties for non-compliance.
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Armenia to Launch New Biometric Passports by Autumn 2026
Armenia prepares for a transition to ICAO-compliant biometric travel documents by autumn 2026, aiming to streamline visa liberalization with the European Union.
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Israel Restricts Ben Gurion Airport Operations Amid Missile Attacks
Transportation Minister Miri Regev announced new flight restrictions at Ben Gurion Airport, limiting operations to one arrival and one departure per hour, following weekend missile attacks.
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Armenian Government Plans 4.6 Billion Dram Bonuses for State
Armenian government will allocate 4.6 billion drams in bonuses to state bodies for the second half of 2025, outlining performance-linked incentives.
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Public Council Under Internal Affairs Minister Holds First Meeting
The Public Council under the Armenian Minister of Internal Affairs held its inaugural session to discuss the 2025 strategic progress plan and governance.
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Mothers of Missing Soldiers Protest Outside Government Building
Mothers of missing soldiers protested outside a government building, pressing officials for answers as frustration over unresolved disappearances grows.
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Nikol Pashinyan Visits Georgia for Economic Cooperation Talks
Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan will visit Georgia on March 3-4 to engage in talks on economic cooperation and regional development projects.
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Australia to Test New AusAlert Emergency System in July
Australia’s new $132 million AusAlert emergency warning system will undergo a national test on July 27, 2026, aiming to deliver faster, more targeted alerts for disasters.
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New Appointments at the Food Safety Agency of Armenia
The Armenian government announced the appointment of Grigor Mkrtchyan and Ara Yeghoyan as deputy heads of the Food Safety Agency.
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Summary of Yerevan City Prosecutor’s Office 2025 Work
A concise summary of the Yerevan City Prosecutor’s Office 2025 activities, focusing on increased criminal proceedings and the defense of state interests.
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Changes in the leadership of the Armenian Police have been made
Armenian police leadership changes were enacted through ministerial orders, with appointments and dismissals affecting heads of major directorates.
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Honolulu Grapples with Widespread Disruptions Amid Severe Weather
Severe weather, including gusty winds and heavy rain, has caused extensive power outages and closures of schools, government offices, and city facilities across Hawaii, particularly impacting Oahu and Honolulu.