Georgia Accused of Using WWI-Era Chemical on Protesters
By Riffat Kausar, Scandinavian News Finland Tbilisi, Georgia Georgian security forces are under scrutiny for allegedly using a World War I–era chemical substance, known as “camite,” on protesters, according to a BBC investigation. The chemical, a toxic powder, causes severe skin burning, coughing, respiratory issues, and can remain on surfaces for days. Experts classify it […]
Thousands of Lebanese Catholics Gather to Meet Pope Leo
By Hammad Kahlon, International Correspondent, SNN Finland Thousands of young Lebanese Catholics gathered in Bkerké to meet Pope Leo in a historic and spiritually significant event. The gathering highlighted the deep faith and devotion of Lebanon’s Catholic youth. Attendees described the atmosphere as electric, with chants, hymns, and prayers filling the air. Many young Catholics […]
Russia, China Pull Back from Venezuela Amid U.S. Tensions
By Hammad KahlunInternational CorrespondentSNN Finland Venezuela is facing increasing isolation as its major allies, Russia and China, appear to have stepped back amid rising tensions with the United States. Reports indicate that despite years of anti-American rhetoric, neither Moscow nor Beijing is ready to intervene if a U.S. operation occurs. According to the Wall Street […]
Lukashenka’s Oman Visit Raises Mystery After 24 Hours
By Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenka arrived in Muscat, Oman on November but since then, there has been no official update or trace of his activities. Neither Oman’s Foreign Ministry, the Sultan’s office, nor major local media have confirmed his visit. Even the agency whose chief reportedly met Lukashenka at […]
Spain Refuses Eurovision 2026 Funding, Demands Israel Out
By Shumaila AslamBureau Chief, Scandinavian News Finland Spain has declared that it will not participate in or fund Eurovision 2026 if Israel is allowed to compete. This announcement was made by José López, the president of RTVE, during a speech in the Spanish parliament. He cited “the ongoing violence in Gaza” and Israel’s alleged violations […]
North Korea Makes Russian Language Mandatory in Schools
By Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Finland North Korea has introduced compulsory Russian language classes for students starting from the 4th grade. The decision is part of the country’s ongoing effort to strengthen ties with Russia and expand foreign language education. Officials say that learning Russian will help students communicate better with Russian counterparts and understand […]
PM Modi Attends Justice Surya Kant’s Oath Ceremony
By Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the oath-taking ceremony of Justice Surya Kant, who has officially assumed the position of Chief Justice of India. The ceremony took place in New Delhi, where senior government officials, legal dignitaries, and members of the judiciary were also present. Prime Minister Modi […]
PM Modi Meets Italian PM Meloni at G20 Summit
By Shumaila Aslam Bureau Chief Pakistan Scandinavian News Finland, On the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The leaders discussed ways to strengthen economic ties, trade cooperation, and multilateral collaboration between India and Italy. Officials noted that the meeting […]
Trump proposes Ukraine give Russia land the size
By Hammad Kahlun International News Correspondent Former U.S. President Donald Trump believes that Ukraine should consider giving Russia a portion of its territory an area roughly equal to the size of Luxembourg as part of his proposed peace plan. According to Scandinavian News, Trump’s plan suggests that Ukraine hand over about 2,300 sq km to […]
9 Tons of Cocaine Seized in International Russian Operation
By Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Finland A 51-year-old woman from Belgorod, Oksana Zubaryova, was reportedly running a large-scale international drug operation from Russia. Together with an accomplice from Spain, she chartered the vessel Eser under the Panamanian flag to transport 9 tons of cocaine across the Atlantic. The shipment was loaded in Venezuela, and the […]