In response to Western sanctions imposed following its involvement in the Ukraine conflict, Russia has redirected the majority of its oil exports from Europe to China and India, according to Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak. The move comes almost two years after the European Union implemented an embargo on Russia’s seaborne oil deliveries. Novak, responsible … Read more
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, disqualified in the Panama Papers case in July 2017, has officially become the consensus candidate for his party in the upcoming parliamentary elections. Sharif, who returned to Pakistan in October after four years in self-imposed exile, had his convictions overturned, allowing his participation in the elections scheduled for February … Read more
In a move that further strained already difficult relations, Japan has aligned itself with Western allies by imposing sweeping economic sanctions on Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine war. This decision follows Russia’s deployment of tens of thousands of troops into Ukraine in February 2022. One notable action by Japan is the decision to hand over … Read more
In a recent development near the Syrian capital of Damascus, a targeted Israeli airstrike has reportedly resulted in the death of a senior adviser within Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Sayyed Razi Mousavi, a key IRGC figure in Syria responsible for coordinating the military alliance between Iran and Syria, lost his life during the attack … Read more
In a concerning turn of events, Alexey Navalny, the prominent Russian opposition leader and vocal critic of the Kremlin, has been discovered in a penal colony in the Arctic region after being out of contact for over two weeks, as reported by CNN. Navalny’s spokeswoman, Kira Yarmysh, confirmed that he is now held at IK-3 … Read more
Here are the latest updates in immigration news from around the world: These updates reflect ongoing changes in immigration policies worldwide, impacting digital nomads, family reunification, employment terms, and naming conventions in various countries. For more updates stay tuned to FELA News!
In a significant political move, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has officially filed his nomination papers for the upcoming 2024 national elections, as reported by local media outlet Geo News. The charismatic leader submitted his candidacy to contest a national assembly seat in his hometown of Mianwali. Imran Khan’s nomination comes against the backdrop … Read more
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to expedite a decision on former President Donald Trump’s claim of immunity in the case related to his efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. This decision allows a lower court to continue its review of the matter. Former President Donald Trump, currently the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican … Read more
Tehran has firmly rejected claims by the United States that it is “deeply involved” in the attacks conducted by Houthi rebels on commercial ships in the Red Sea. The denial comes in the wake of reports about another incident involving an Israel-affiliated merchant vessel being struck. Iran’s deputy foreign minister dismissed the accusations on Saturday, … Read more
Canada has announced the provision of temporary visas for individuals in the Gaza Strip who have Canadian relatives. However, the Canadian government cannot guarantee safe passage out of the besieged Palestinian territory. The program is expected to be operational by January 9, according to Immigration Minister Marc Miller. Previously, the government focused on evacuating 660 … Read more
A Romania-chartered plane en route from Dubai to Nicaragua, carrying 303 Indian passengers, has been detained in France on suspicion of human trafficking. The French authorities acted upon an anonymous tipoff, leading to the grounding of the flight at Vatry airport. The Indian embassy in France is actively investigating the situation, with embassy officials securing … Read more
The United Nations Security Council vote on a resolution aimed at enhancing aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip has been postponed for another day. The delay comes as diplomats engage in ongoing talks to prevent a potential third U.S. veto concerning actions related to the Israel-Hamas conflict that has persisted for two months. Initially scheduled … Read more
On Tuesday, the Colorado Supreme Court made a groundbreaking decision to disqualify former US President Donald Trump from the state’s presidential primary ballot. The ruling is based on Section 3 of the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution, citing Trump’s alleged involvement in inciting the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol. Here’s a … Read more
In a recent interview with The Financial Times, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed, for the first time, the United States’ claims of an Indian national’s alleged role in a plot to murder Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Nikhil Gupta, a 52-year-old Indian national, was charged by US federal prosecutors on November 29 in connection with … Read more
In a historic turn of events at the IPL 2024 auction, Mitchell Starc emerged as the highest-ever signing in Indian Premier League history, securing a jaw-dropping INR 24.75 crores deal with the Kolkata Knight Riders. The left-arm pacer’s record-breaking signing surpassed the previous benchmark set by his compatriot Pat Cummins, who was bought by Sunrisers … Read more