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6 killed in Indonesia post-election riots
on: by Fernil News
Supporters of an unsuccessful presidential candidate clashed with security forces in the Indonesian capital on Wednesday, burning vehicles and throwing rocks at police, which responded with tear gas and rubber bullets. Police chief Tito Karnavian told a news conference authorities that
Update: Asamoah Gyan to rescind retirement decision after presidential intervention
on: by Fernil News
Ghana Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan has rescinded his earlier decision to retire from the national team after a lengthy chat with President Nana Akufo-Addo on Tuesday. An official Press Release confirming his comeback into the national team is expected in
US business group: Tariffs are hurting US firms in China
on: by Fernil News
A major business lobby group in the United States has said increased tariffs between Washington and Beijing are hurting the competitiveness of US firms operating in China, adding that many are moving or planning to relocate their factories elsewhere in the
US intel refutes Pompeo’s claim Al-Qaeda, Iran cooperating
on: by Fernil News
The U.S. intelligence officials have refuted Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s claim, saying they have “no evidence al-Qaeda has cooperated with the Iranian government” over the recent aggression in the Gulf, the Daily Beast reported late Tuesday, citing senior government officials.
Half of Americans expect war with Iran, poll finds
on: by Fernil News
Half of all Americans believe that the United States will go to war with Iran “within the next few years,” according to a Reuters/Ipsos public opinion poll released on Tuesday amid increased tensions between the two countries. While Americans are more
Saudi Arabia to execute three scholars after Ramadan: report
on: by Fernil News
Three leading Saudi Arabian scholars being held by Riyadh on multiple charges of “terrorism” will be sentenced to death, according to a new report. Citing two government sources and one of the men’s relatives, Middle East Eye on Tuesday reported the three
Attacks on ships in Middle East coordinated by Iran, US gov’t tells senators
on: by Fernil News
Republican U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham said on Tuesday that top administration officials told senators in a briefing the recent attacks on shipping and a pipeline in the Middle East was directed by the Iranian government and the ayatollah. “They explained to
Asamoah Gyan retires from National team
on: by Fernil News
Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has announced his retirement from the Black Stars with immediate effect. In a statement, the striker said he will also not be available for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Egypt. “Upon consultation with my