China issues flood alerts as rivers surge to record levels
Chinese authorities have warned 10 provinces and regions to bolster flood defences as persistent rainfall pushes river levels to record highs. Read more at Read More
Wildfires in eastern Germany injure two firefighters and force villages to evacuate
Firefighters have been having difficulty getting close to the flames because parts of the wildfires are on a former military training area where there is a risk of ammunition detonating.…
France and Spain join global push to tax private jets and premium flights for climate funding
The initiative aims to raise billions for climate action and sustainable development by making frequent, high-emitting air travel pay its fair share.Read More
Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan reinforce ties ahead of ECO Summit
Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visits Azerbaijan, discussing trade, energy, and regional connectivity with President Ilham Aliyev. They also laid the foundation stone for a new park. Read more at Read…
Watch: Firefighters battle major wildfire on Greek island of Crete
A fast-moving wildfire fuelled by gale-force winds tore through southern Crete overnight into Thursday, forcing the evacuation of over 1,500 people from homes and hotels. Read more at Read More
US contractors claim colleagues fired live rounds at Palestinians seeking aid in Gaza
Two contractors employed by UG Solutions spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity as they were revealing their employers’ internal operations. Read more at Read More
Vote of confidence: How the European Parliament can finish von der Leyen’s Commission
Two-thirds of the votes cast are required to force the President and the Commissioners to resign, which has happened only once in EU’s history Read More
‘Sad day for football’: World mourns Portugal star Diogo Jota’s tragic death
The world of sport has come together to mourn the Portuguese winger’s tragic death on Thursday in a car crash in Spain. His brother, Andre Silva, was also killed. Read…
Iran charges imprisoned French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris with spying for Israel
The charges carry the death penalty. However, French diplomatic sources have stated that to their knowledge no sentence against the couple has been delivered as of yet. Read More
France launches ‘diplomatic reserve’ to boost soft power, counter disinformation
The government hopes the first contingent will attract 1,000 reservists before the end of the year. Read More