German Chancellor Backs Brussels-Mercosur Deal

German Chancellor Backs Brussels-Mercosur Deal

Faced with a trade pact linking up parts of global agriculture, European farmers’ groups are pushing back—with the support of France and several other EU member states.

April 20, 2026
Iran Not Planning To Attend Next Round of U.S. Talks

Iran Not Planning To Attend Next Round of U.S. Talks

Trump said Washington was offering a “very fair and reasonable DEAL,” while warning of further action if no agreement is reached.

April 20, 2026
Eurosceptic Radev Wins Absolute Majority in Bulgarian Election

Eurosceptic Radev Wins Absolute Majority in Bulgarian Election

The former Bulgarian president said this was a “victory of hope over distrust, a victory of freedom over fear.”

April 20, 2026
Venezuela’s Machado: ‘No Regrets’ Over Giving Nobel Peace Medal to Trump

Venezuela’s Machado: ‘No Regrets’ Over Giving Nobel Peace Medal to Trump

The Venezuelan opposition leader praised the U.S. president, who “risked the lives of his country’s citizens for Venezuela’s freedom.”

April 19, 2026
Iran’s Second Airport Reopens To International Flights

Iran’s Second Airport Reopens To International Flights

After months of inactivity, tickets are back on sale for international flights to and from Mashhad Airport in northeast Iran.

April 19, 2026
Seoul Reports Multiple Missile Launches By Its Northern Neighbour

Seoul Reports Multiple Missile Launches By Its Northern Neighbour

“Pyongyang must immediately halt its successive missile provocations,” thunders South Korea’s defence ministry.

April 19, 2026
After Years of Political Crisis, Bulgaria Set to Vote in Eighth Election

After Years of Political Crisis, Bulgaria Set to Vote in Eighth Election

Bulgaria’s former president now leads a newly formed political grouping, with polls suggesting it could win around 35% of the vote.

April 19, 2026
Arson Attack in Jewish Area Probed by UK Counter-Terror Police

Arson Attack in Jewish Area Probed by UK Counter-Terror Police

Officers investigate suspected firebomb attempt in Hendon amid growing concern over repeated incidents targeting Jewish-linked locations.

April 18, 2026
U.S. Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil Purchases

U.S. Extends Sanctions Waiver on Russian Oil Purchases

The updated waiver permits the purchase of oil and petroleum products already loaded onto vessels as of Friday, with the measure expiring on May 16th.

April 18, 2026
Iranian Gunboats Open Fire on Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian Gunboats Open Fire on Tanker in Strait of Hormuz

A UK maritime agency says IRGC fast boats opened fire without warning near Oman

April 18, 2026
Baby Food Recall in Austria After Fatal Tampering Warning

Baby Food Recall in Austria After Fatal Tampering Warning

Consumers in Austria have been urged not to consume the contaminated baby food and to return any affected jars to the stores where they were purchased.

April 18, 2026
Iran Tightens Grip on Hormuz After U.S. Keeps Blockade

Iran Tightens Grip on Hormuz After U.S. Keeps Blockade

Iranian military headquarters said restrictions will stay in place until Washington restores full freedom of movement for vessels visiting Iran.

April 18, 2026