China says it backs Pakistan in defending 'sovereignty'
Beijing (AFP) May 20, 2025
China said on Tuesday it supports Pakistan in defending "national sovereignty and territorial integrity", after a ceasefire ended four days of fighting with India over a deadly attack in Kashmir. ... more
PKK urges Turkey to ease imprisonment of 'chief negotiator' Ocalan
Sulaimaniyah, Iraq (AFP) May 20, 2025
The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) has said Turkey should ease prison conditions for its founder Abdullah Ocalan, declaring him the group's "chief negotiator" for any future talks after a decision to disband. ... more
Pentagon chief launches another review into U.S Afghanistan withdrawal
Washington DC (UPI) May 21, 2025
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday announced the launch of a new "comprehensive review" of the United States' chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan to ensure those responsible face accountability. ... more