Can Putin’s diplomacy help him counter Western isolation? | Inside Story

Can Putin’s diplomacy help him counter Western isolation? | Inside Story

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has wrapped up a two-nation Asia tour on a high. It was the first time in 24 years he’d set foot in North Korea and left Pyongyang with a new defence pact to show for it. His two-day visit to Vietnam yielded several new trade agreements with the manufacturing hub. Putin’s…

UN chief warns: Lebanon cannot become another Gaza

UN chief warns: Lebanon cannot become another Gaza

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Friday he is profoundly concerned by escalating tensions between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah and that UN peacekeepers are working to calm the situation and prevent miscalculation. Al Jazeera’s Gabriel Elizondo is reporting live from the UN headquarters, while Assed Baig provides up-dates from Beirut. Additionally, Marwan Bishara, Al…

‘THRILLED’: Jon Taffer applauds Trump’s tax-free tips proposal as ‘massive’ move for industry

‘THRILLED’: Jon Taffer applauds Trump’s tax-free tips proposal as ‘massive’ move for industry

‘Bar Rescue’ host and executive producer Jon Taffer breaks down the impact of inflation and tax-free tips on the restaurant and food service industries. #FoxNews Subscribe to Fox News! https://bit.ly/2vBUvAS Watch more Fox News Video: http://video.foxnews.com Watch Fox News Channel Live: http://www.foxnewsgo.com/ FOX News Channel (FNC) is a 24-hour all-encompassing news service delivering breaking news…

All eyes on Papua campaign: Indonesian environmentalists warn of threat to forest

All eyes on Papua campaign: Indonesian environmentalists warn of threat to forest

Indonesians are taking a page from the ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ viral campaign to raise awareness about the threat to forests in the West Papua region. Indigenous tribes and palm oil companies are locked in a legal battle in the Supreme Court. The ‘All Eyes on Papua’ poster and hashtag have been shared nearly six…

Crafting a lifeline: Handmade clay ovens used due to lack of electricity

Crafting a lifeline: Handmade clay ovens used due to lack of electricity

A lack of electricity and fuel means Palestinians in Gaza are struggling to cook the little food available. Many have resorted to using traditional clay ovens. The handmade dome-shaped structures are becoming increasingly common as Palestinians try to feed their families. Al Jazeera’s Behdad Mahichi reports. Subscribe to our channel http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter…

Andrew Miller, US Dept. expert on Israel-Palestine, resigns amid war on Gaza

Andrew Miller, US Dept. expert on Israel-Palestine, resigns amid war on Gaza

Andrew Miller, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Israeli-Palestinian Affairs, has resigned from his position, citing family reasons. Miller stated that, were it not for his family responsibilities, he would have continued his role to advocate for his beliefs. His resignation comes amid a wave of departures from the State Department, as several officials have resigned…