The Trump White House injected a surge of optimism into global markets by declaring the war in Iran ‛very close to over’—all while teasing a new round of talks in Pakistan.

Hamas-friendly Global Sumud Flotilla organisers expect to involve more than 70 boats and over 1,000 participants from around the world in their Israel-bashing mission.

The clash highlights widening cracks between Washington and its European allies as support for the Iran conflict falters.

Maritime data shows ships continued crossing the Strait of Hormuz—despite the latest blockade.

Magyar ducked questions on fuel and energy prices—despite his earlier campaign promises.

The Commission wants to open all negotiating chapters immediately and turn Kyiv’s accession into the next great leap in European integration.

The Ukrainian president has landed in Rome to personally lobby PM Giorgia Meloni to join the PURL program, a move that would see Italy finance U.S. military hardware for Kyiv.

Conservative voices across Europe say the plan risks turning Spain into a gateway for wider movement across the bloc.

As EU leaders welcome Hungary’s new government, allies of the former prime minister say little has changed beneath the surface.

The story’s prominence on the state broadcaster has prompted surprise, with some pointing to a shift in coverage of migration issues.

United Nations nuclear officials have confirmed that Pyongyang’s weapons program is entering a more aggressive, high-capacity phase.

Despite leaving office years ago, Merkel and Schröder continue to employ a combined staff of 17, including high-ranking officials earning over €11,000 a month—at public expense.