EU, Commonwealth accused of hiding Pakistan election rigging
By Abida Kahlun SNN News Finland 🇵🇰 The European Union and the Commonwealth have come under sharp criticism after being accused of colluding with Pakistan’s military backed government to cover up alleged widespread election rigging. According to opposition voices and rights groups, international observers failed to highlight serious irregularities during Pakistan’s recent elections, instead issuing […]
12-year-old shouts racist abuse at UK far-right rally
By Hammad Kahlun SNN News Finland In the UK, disturbing scenes emerged during a far-right rally linked to Tommy Robinson, where a 12-year-old boy was filmed shouting racist abuse. The boy yelled “Smack her, smack her” as a group chased Brown girls attending the event. One of the girls repeatedly told them, “I was born […]
Turkish President urges Islamic unity, pressure on Israel
Zoya Amjad Scandinavian News Agency Finland Turkish President has called on Islamic countries to strengthen mutual cooperation for development and to use economic pressure as a tool against Israeli aggression. Addressing an emergency Arab-Islamic summit, the Turkish president stressed that economic pressure must be applied on Israel, reminding that past experiences have shown such measures […]
Europe imposes stricter visa rules on Russian citizens
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland 🇩🇪 Germany has introduced stricter visa rules, requiring Russian citizens to present “serious reasons for travel” before approval. 🇪🇸 Spain has already halted Schengen visa applications at its consulate in Moscow. 🇪🇺 The European Union is preparing its 19th sanctions package, which is expected to further restrict tourist visas […]
North Korea rejects U.S. call, says nukes irreversible
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland North Korea has rejected U.S. calls for denuclearization, declaring its nuclear weapons program “irreversible. ” Pyongyang also dismissed Washington’s proposal as “anarchism,” signaling no shift in its stance. Read more: Rising tensions over North Korea’s nuclear program
Qatar calls urgent Islamic summit on Israel airstrikes
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland Qatar has announced an urgent Islamic summit to coordinate a collective response to Israel’s ongoing air attacks. The summit is expected to bring together leaders from across the Muslim world to discuss joint measures and strategies. Read more on Middle East diplomacy here
Latvia closes airspace near Belarus and Russia borders
Hammad KahlunSCANDINAVIAN NEWS AGENCY FINLAND Latvia has decided to close its airspace along the borders with Belarus and Russia for security reasons. The announcement was made by Defense Minister Andris Spruds, as reported by Latvia’s public broadcaster LSM. The restriction means all flights over the border region will be suspended for at least a week. […]
PM Shehbaz Sharif departs for Qatar after Israel strikes
Hammad Kahlun Scandinavian News Agency Finland ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif is traveling to Qatar today on a one-day official visit to express solidarity with the Qatari leadership after recent Israeli air strikes in Doha. During his visit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to meet Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al […]
Estonia Summons Russian Envoy Over Airspace Violation
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland Estonia has summoned the head of Russia’s embassy for questioning after a Russian Mi-8 helicopter violated Estonian airspace near Vaindloo Island in the Gulf of Finland. This marks the third Russian airspace violation reported by Estonia in 2025.
Latvia to Deport 841 Russians Over Language Refusal
Hammad Kahlun Scandinavian News Agency Finland 🇱🇻 Latvia to expel 841 Russian residents for refusing to learn Latvian, under new post-Ukraine invasion language law. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Latvia introduced a law requiring long-term Russian residents to demonstrate proficiency in the Latvian language. Authorities have now enforced the measure, saying compliance is essential for […]