Some Syrian refugees in Berlin ponder returning post-Assad, others call Germany home

The government has announced that Grenfell Tower, the site of a tragic blaze in June 2017 that claimed 72 lives, will be demolished over a two-year period and transformed into a memorial. Housing secretary Angela Rayner faced backlash from Grenfell United, representing bereaved families and survivors, who felt their voices were not considered in the decision-making process. Rayner was unable to provide a clear rationale for the demolition, causing shock and disappointment among those affected...

Armenia's "Crossroads of Peace" initiative aims to revitalize transport links, connecting the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean and the Gulf to Georgia's Black Sea ports, fostering regional cooperation, trade, and stability. The project is built on principles of sovereignty, security, shared access, and equality, with a vision of peace and prosperity for the South Caucasus. Armenia invites global support for this transformative project that could reshape the geopolitical landscape and promote a future of connectivity,...

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei criticized negotiations with America as unwise and dishonorable, despite President Masoud Pezeshkian's hints to engage with the West. Khamenei focused on caution in future negotiations due to Trump's withdrawal from the nuclear deal, emphasizing the need for careful consideration moving forward. Full Article

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, criticized negotiating with the United States as “unwise, unintelligent, and not honorable,” citing past agreements that were reneged upon. Despite his public stance, Khamenei did not explicitly forbid Iran’s government from engaging in talks with Washington. The comments come amidst escalating tensions, with U.S. officials warning of Iran's nuclear ambitions and President Trump expressing a desire to revive negotiations while also issuing threats against Iran. Full Article

Sunshine Girl Julie is featured in a video that failed to load, prompting viewers to refresh their browser or watch other videos. The article does not provide any specific details about Julie's appearance or background, but simply directs readers to alternative content. The focus is on technical difficulties with the video rather than the subject matter itself. Full Article

Former Plaid Cymru leader and Senedd Presiding Officer Lord Elis-Thomas has passed away at the age of 78 after a short illness, his family confirmed. He led Plaid Cymru from 1984 to 1991, served as an MP, and became the first presiding officer of the Welsh Assembly in 1999. Known for his independence, he later left the party in 2016 and served as a minister in Welsh governments before retiring from politics in 2021. Full...