Save Lebanon from failed state status, pleads ex-minister
Former Lebanese foreign minister Gebran Bassil appealed to world leaders on Wednesday to help save his country from becoming a “failed state” amid a spiraling financial crisis.
Fringe groups undermine democracy via social media: Kofi Annan think-tank
Social media has become a hotbed of extremism, used to undermine democracy, a think-tank said on Wednesday, calling for reforms to restore trust in government and banish fringe elements.
Brexit bill clears final UK parliamentary hurdle ahead of January 31 exit
Britain moved a step closer to its Jan. 31 exit from the European Union when the legislation required to ratify its deal with Brussels passed its final stage in parliament on Wednesday.
Trump laments missing Davos star Greta’s speech
U.S. President Donald Trump called climate activists like Greta Thunberg “prophets of doom” at the World Economic Forum on Tuesday. By Wednesday he was lamenting not having watched the teenage activist’s speech.
New Guatemalan government won’t cancel U.S. asylum deal
Guatemala’s new government will continue receiving Central American migrants under an asylum agreement with the United States, Foreign Minister Pedro Brolo said on Wednesday, in a boost to the Trump administration’s efforts to curb migration.
Coronavirus set to impact Chinese airlines’ first quarter profit: Aercap CEO
The chief executive of one of the world’s largest aircraft lessors, Aercap , expects the new coronavirus that has emerged from Wuhan, China to impact Chinese airlines’ profitability in the first quarter.
Italy’s Di Maio says resigns as head of 5-Star Movement
Luigi Di Maio stepped down on Wednesday as leader of Italy’s co-ruling 5-Star Movement, in a move that underlines the deep divisions in the party and adds to uncertainty for the fractious governing coalition.
Venezuela’s Guaido will seek to return to Caracas after European tour
Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido, who defied a travel ban to seek support in Europe for new elections in his country, said on Wednesday he would attempt to return to Caracas but expected it to be dangerous.
Colombia must allow rebel dissidents to demobilize: Human Rights Watch
Colombia must allow FARC rebel dissidents to demobilize and join reintegration efforts if it wants to tackle armed groups operating along its border with Venezuela, rights group Human Rights Watch (HRW) said Wednesday.
Citizens to get a say on how EU evolves after Brexit shock
Citizens of the European Union will have a say on how the bloc should change to meet their needs under a proposal of the executive European Commission as it seeks to digest the lessons of Brexit.
