Donald Trump is winning little applause in Europe. Literally.On Friday, world leaders and country representatives gathered for the annual Munich Security Conference in Germany.In addition to handshakes, exchanged pleasantries and speeches from world leaders, we were treated to some rather awkward footage of Mike Pence and Ivanka Trump.The Vice President gave a speech representing the US — but things took an icy turn when he brought up Mr Trump.“To all of you, I bring greetings from a great champion of freedom and of strong national defence, who must work with these members of Congress to strengthen America’s military might and strengthen the leadership of the free world,” Mr Pence said. “I bring greetings from the 45th president of the United States of America, President Donald Trump.”At this, there was a complete silence from the crowd. In the footage, Mr Pence waits expectantly his head down for several painful seconds of silence, before he moves … [Read more...] about Why Ivanka looked furious during Merkel’s speech
Tokyo, Moscow Agree to Organize Lavrov’s Visit to Japan Soon
On Saturay, Lavrov and Kono met on the sidelines of the 55th Munich Security Conference. Another agreement was reached to hold close consultations between the deputy foreign ministers of Russia and Japan, Igor Morgulov and Takeo Mori, he said. READ MORE: Lavrov Meets Kono: Moscow to Continue Russia-Japan Peace Treaty Talks Kono also stressed that the problem of concluding a peace treaty could not be solved overnight. © Sputnik / Eduard PesovUS Actions in Japan Create Risks For Security of Russia, China - Lavrov (VIDEO)Russian-Japanese relations have long been complicated by the fact that the two nations never signed a permanent peace treaty after the end of World War II. The deal was never reached because of a disagreement over a group of four islands — Iturup, Kunashir, Shikotan and Habomai — that are claimed by both countries. They are collectively referred to as the Southern … [Read more...] about Tokyo, Moscow Agree to Organize Lavrov’s Visit to Japan Soon
Trump Asks EU Allies to ‘Take Back Over 800’ Daesh Fighters Captured in Syria
The United States is asking Britain, France, Germany and other European allies to take back over 800 ISIS fighters that we captured in Syria and put them on trial. The Caliphate is ready to fall. The alternative is not a good one in that we will be forced to release them…….. — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) 17 февраля 2019 г. ….The U.S. does not want to watch as these ISIS fighters permeate Europe, which is where they are expected to go. We do so much, and spend so much — Time for others to step up and do the job that they are so capable of doing. We are pulling back after 100% Caliphate victory! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) 17 февраля 2019 г. © AP Photo / Metropolitan PoliceJustice Secretary Warns of 'Dangers' for UK Public Amid Reports of Daesh … [Read more...] about Trump Asks EU Allies to ‘Take Back Over 800’ Daesh Fighters Captured in Syria
Vale Evacuates 200 People in Brazil Dam Area After Recent Deadly Incident
A tailings dam at Vale's Corrego do Feijao mine in the state’s Brumadinho municipality collapsed on 25 January, triggering heavy mud floods. According to the latest data, the death toll reached 166 people, with almost 150 still missing. According to various local media reports, emergency warning sensors at the site of the incident failed to go off on the day of the tragedy. Moreover, media have alleged that Vale had been aware of the warning system's flaws at least two days prior to the accident. Moreover, local inspectors had reportedly informed the mining company about its drainage infrastructure issues at the dam and possible monitoring system's faults back in September. READ MORE: Brazil's Vale Knew About Faulty Warning System Prior to Dam Collapse — Reports © Sputnik / Brazilian Court Freezes $1.3Bln in Accounts of Vale Mining Company Owning Collapsed DamThe evacuation … [Read more...] about Vale Evacuates 200 People in Brazil Dam Area After Recent Deadly Incident
Chaotic scenes in Albania as opposition attempts to storm PM’s residence (VIDEO)
Albania's capital, Tirana, plunged into chaos on Saturday as thousands of people swarmed the square in front of Prime Minister Edi Rama's residence clashing with police and storming the building with metal poles. Violence erupted at the protest against Rama's Socialist Party government, with hundreds of demonstrators breaking through police cordons set up around Rama's residence. Footage filmed by the Ruptly video agency shows angry protesters tearing down a green safety net around the scaffolding erected over the building's entrance to protect its illuminated marquee – an artwork by renowned French artist Philippe Parreno. The protesters are seen pulling the net and breaking metal bars off the scaffolding which they then use as rams to try and force their way into the building. Some of the rioters, armed with big chunks of metal, stones and wooden sticks, charged at the doors and windows, which did not give in, apparently being made of reinforced glass. A couple of … [Read more...] about Chaotic scenes in Albania as opposition attempts to storm PM’s residence (VIDEO)