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2nd Interface Meeting between the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) and Norway

Jakarta, May 20 -- The 2 nd Interface Meeting of the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) and Norway was held on 20 May 2026 at the ASEAN Headquarters/ASEAN Secretariat. The M... Read More


Deadly Ebola outbreak spreads in DRC - over 500 suspected cases, WHO sounds alarm

India, May 20 -- The World Health Organization (WHO) representative in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Dr Anne Ancia, said there are more than 500 suspected Ebola cases, including around 1... Read More


Crude oil prices steady amid renewed US-Iran fears; Brent likely to rise $120/bbl, says Citi

US-Iran war, May 20 -- Oil prices slipped on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump reiterated that the conflict with Iran would conclude "very quickly." However, investors remained cautious over t... Read More


IRGC warns "war will be extended outside the Middle East" if Iran faces new military action

Tehran, May 20 -- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on Wednesday issued a new statement warning "adversaries" (US and Israel) against any renewed military action targeting Iran, declaring that fut... Read More


Quote of the day: Ruth Bader Ginsburg on inclusivity- 'Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way.'

New Delhi, May 20 -- Lawyer and former Associate Justice of the US Supreme Court, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, was known for her thoughtful leadership and her persistent efforts to advance equal rights. "Fig... Read More


Xi and Putin reshape global power narrativePublished on: May 20, 2026 8:59 PM

Pakistan, May 20 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping warned that the world risks returning to a "law of the jungle" system. He called for opposition to unilateral actions and attempts to rewrite history. ... Read More


French foreign minister hits out at treatment of activists on Gaza flotilla

France, May 20 -- France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot on Wednesday hit out on social media at Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, over what he described as unacceptable actions... Read More


Netanyahu set for ouster? Calls for early elections in Israel as lawmakers vote to dissolve parliament

India, May 20 -- Israeli lawmakers on Wednesday voted in favour of a bill which moves to dissolve the Knesset, further adding to the demand for fresh elections in the country. This parliamentary vote... Read More


Naqvi's rapid Tehran visit sparks diplomacy pushPublished on: May 20, 2026 8:46 PM

Pakistan, May 20 -- Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited Tehran for the second time within 24 hours. He arrived for urgent diplomatic engagements linked to possible US-Iran negotiations. Sou... Read More


Gold, silver rates today: Comex gold gains $29/oz; silver jumps $1.8 as bond yields slip

New Delhi, May 20 -- Precious metals found support in Wednesday's trade as bond yields eased slightly, although elevated Treasury yields and a firm US dollar continued to cap upside momentum. Both go... Read More