Kallas insists Russian assets are an option if Orbán doesn’t lift veto on Ukraine loan
If Viktor Orbán is re-elected and maintains his veto on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine, the EU should take a second look at the idea of using the Russian…
Indonesia arrests Scottish man sought by Spain in connection with international crime syndicate
Police in Scotland and Spain carried out raids in connection with Lyons’ case last week resulting in multiple arrests with the help of Europol, the European Union law enforcement cooperation…
Strikes hit southern Lebanese village, damage buildings and vehicles
Israeli strikes hit a village in southern Lebanon, damaging buildings and emergency vehicles as rescue teams responded Read more at Read More
US journalist kidnapped in Baghdad and security forces pursuing captors, Iraqi officials say
It was not immediately clear if the kidnapping was related to the ongoing war, but Iran-backed militias in Iraq have launched regular attacks on US facilities in the country. Read…
Palm Sunday bird sellers in Mexico City cling to fading tradition
Palm Sunday in Mexico City still sees pajareros lining the streets with birds and flowers, but tighter laws and criticism are shrinking the tradition. Read more at Read More
Iran has ‘necessary will’ to end war but seeking guarantees, Pezeshkian tells EU
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth said that the next days of the Iran war will be “decisive” while refusing to rule out US ground forces playing a role in…
Fire at chemical plant in Russia’s Nizhnekamsk leaves three dead
Footage shows thick smoke rising over an industrial site in Nizhnekamsk, western Russia. Read more at Read More
Jørgensen urges cohesive national responses to avoid energy market disruptions
Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen emphasized that EU unity is crucial to managing the energy crisis, with oil up 70% and natural gas 50%, raising concerns over supply security. Read More
Syrian president discusses Iran war with British PM on first visit to London since fall of al-Assad
Ahmed al-Sharaa has managed to build relations with Western governments and made several overseas trips, including to the United States, France and Germany. Read more at Read More
Slovenian women keep centuries-old ‘drsanke’ Easter egg art alive
In southern Slovenia, women revive ‘drsanke’, carving intricate Easter eggs in Bela Krajina, turning simple shells into lasting handmade gifts. Read more at Read More