Moldova is preparing for a crucial parliamentary election this Sunday that could shape the future of its efforts to join the European Union. Officials have raised concerns about a covert campaign by Russia aimed at influencing the vote and undermining Moldova’s EU aspirations. The nation, home to 2.4 million people, has faced numerous challenges since […]
A French court is set to announce its verdict on Thursday in the high-profile corruption case involving former President Nicolas Sarkozy, who is accused of receiving millions of euros from late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi to fund his 2007 presidential campaign. Prosecutors have called for a seven-year prison sentence for Sarkozy, who served as president […]
Airports in western Denmark resumed operations early Thursday following temporary closures caused by unidentified drones entering restricted airspace overnight. This marks the second such security event in Denmark within a week. Billund Airport, the country’s second-largest, was shut down for about an hour, while Aalborg Airport—used for both civilian and military purposes—remained closed for three […]
The German government is open to a European Union plan to release frozen Russian assets in support of Ukraine, according to a government source. The initiative under discussion would involve transferring up to €200 billion (around $235 billion) in Russian funds held in a Belgian depository to Ukraine. These funds would be substituted with EU-backed […]
Former Malawian President Peter Mutharika has won the country’s latest presidential election in a decisive victory, marking a significant return to power. Mutharika secured 57% of the vote, defeating incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera, who received 33%. Chakwera publicly accepted the results, saying he accepted defeat in a national address. His tenure was overshadowed by severe […]
The former ambassador to China is set to take charge of the UK’s mission to the European Union following a leadership change expected next year. Caroline Wilson is anticipated to assume the role of head of the UK Mission to the EU in Brussels starting in the autumn of 2026, according to several sources familiar […]
As Typhoon Ragasa — the strongest tropical cyclone globally so far this year — neared Hong Kong, airlines operating out of one of the world’s busiest airports faced more than just widespread flight cancellations and revenue losses. In preparation for the typhoon’s hurricane-force winds and heavy rainfall expected on Wednesday, approximately 80% of aircraft from […]
Earlier this week, after President Emmanuel Macron officially recognised Palestinian statehood, dozens of town halls across France raised the Palestinian flag in a symbolic show of support. This act, however, defied instructions from the interior ministry, which had explicitly ordered local authorities not to fly the flag on public buildings. By Wednesday, legal actions had […]
Kim Keon Hee, the wife of South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol, appeared in court on Wednesday as her corruption trial began, marking a significant development in a broader investigation involving prominent political and religious figures. Kim is facing multiple charges, including bribery and stock manipulation. Her appearance at the Seoul Central District Court […]
U.S. President Donald Trump will meet Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on October 20 in Washington, marking the first summit between the two security allies since Trump’s latest election. Both leaders have significant topics to cover, including the multi-billion dollar AUKUS project, which also involves Britain. The initiative aims to provide Australia with nuclear-powered attack […]