Thousands Rally in Brussels over Rising Cost of Living

Rising food prices, startling energy bills, and frustration with politicians and employers brought 10,000 people to the streets of Brussels, the capital of Belgium.

Ukraine to increase army by 100,000 amid tensions with Russia

Amid rising tensions with Russia, Ukraine is preparing to increase the size of its armed forces by 100,000 over three years, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday.

Protestors torch offices of Kurdish parties in northern Iraq

Kurdish protesters set fire to offices of the regional Kurdish parties Monday in Iraq's semi-autonomous region of Kurdistan amid widespread anger over unpaid salaries and corruption.

Eurozone ministers strike deal to release funds to Greece

Eurozone ministers have struck a deal to unlock the latest tranche of Greece's bailout cash.

Venezuela's President Orders 60% Increase in Minimum Wages Amid Crisis

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro has ordered on Monday another 60-percent increase in minimum wages amid ongoing crisis, which would benefit government workers and the military, media reported.

Turkish Army Forcing Syrian Civilians to Join Militants of Euphrates Shield Operation

Media source said that the Turkish Army troops are forcing Arab citizens in Northern Syria to join the Ankara-backed militants of the Euphrates Shield Operation, killing those who do not obey.

Venezuelan leader unveils 50 pct minimum wage hike

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Sunday announced a 50-percent increase in the minimum wage to help public-sector workers cope with runaway inflation.