Edward Snowden withdraws Russian asylum request

Edward Snowden withdraws Russian asylum request

Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov, has said that former NSA contractor Edward Snowden withdrew his request for political asylum in Russia as soon as President Vladimir Putin made clear that he...

Edward Snowden 'applies for asylum in Russia'

(VOVworld) – The Russian Foreign Ministry has said that US intelligence leaker Edward Snowden has applied to Russia for political asylum. The 30-year-old former CIA contractor, who is wanted by...
US boosts peace in the Middle East

US boosts peace in the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of state John Kerry is on his fifth trip to the Middle East in an effort to resume peace talks that have been stalled since 2010. After arriving...
Vietnam’s stance on East Sea related issues

Vietnam’s stance on East Sea related issues

(VNA) - Vietnam’s consistent position on East Sea-related issues is that they should be resolved by peaceful means in accordance with international law, especially the 1982 UN Convention on the Law...
Tour of northeastern region

Tour of northeastern region

(VOVworld)- Vietnam’s northeastern region has always inspired travelers because of its beautiful landscapes, famous historical relics and the unique culture of different ethnic minorities. Discovery Vietnam today takes you...
Palestinians aspirations

Palestinians aspirations

(VOVworld)- The UN General Assembly will vote on Thursday on Palestine’s application to be an observer member state. A previous application for full membership in September 2011 was denied. This time...
Syria still utmost concern of UN Security Council

Syria still utmost concern of UN Security Council

UN Under-Secretary-General Herve Ladsous said Wednesday that the situation in Syria remains the utmost concern of the UN Security Council. Ladsous, who held talks with some Syrian government officials yesterday, said in...