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China’s hesitation to discuss Russia-Ukraine war raises concerns of pro-Moscow stance

China says it will be “‘hard to meet” calls for discussions on the Russia-Ukraine war because of problems with arrangements.China has consistently supported Russia, including hosting President Vladimir Putin on a recent state visit.Putin praised China’s peace plan for Ukraine, which has been largely dismissed for not requiring Russia to…

Russia, Ukraine release 75 POWs each in prisoner swap

Ukraine and Russia released a total of 150 people in a prisoner swap mediated by the United Arab Emirates.Ukrainian officials said 19 of the prisoners brought home were defenders of Snake Island, which became a symbol of Ukrainian defiance in the first days of the war when Ukrainian guards refused…

Anti-Islam activist stabbed in Germany attack caught on video

Anti-Islam activist Michael Stürzenberger has been injured Friday in a knife attack in the German city of Mannheim, media reports say.Police said the assailant wounded multiple people and responding officers fired at the individual, according to The Associated Press.The attack was captured on camera by the Buergerbewegung Pax Europe group.…

Hong Kong convicts 14 pro-democracy activists in landmark national security case

Fourteen pro-democracy activists, including former lawmakers, have been convicted in Hong Kong’s largest national security case.Dissent in Hong Kong has been suppressed through reduced public choice, media crackdowns and a Beijing-backed security law.Those found guilty of conspiracy to commit subversion could face up to life in prison when sentenced.Fourteen pro-democracy…