Top Trump advisers urge China to leverage Iran ties to reopen Strait of Hormuz to global traffic
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent have both expressed a need for China to leverage its tight relations with Tehran to reopen the strategic Strait…
Trump renews feud with Pope Leo XIV days ahead of planned Marco Rubio visit to the Vatican
In an interview with US media outlets, Trump said Pope Leo XIV’s words are helping Iran and making the world “less safe”, slamming him for his stance which Trump perceives…
Portugal arrests further 15 police officers in ongoing Lisbon rape and torture probe
According to the Portuguese press, the victims were mainly undocumented foreigners, homeless people or drug users. Read More
Gulf braces itself for potential escalation with Iran
The Gulf is bracing itself for what could be a major escalation in the Iran war. Attacks against the UAE took place on Monday, the first since the ceasefire was…
At least 26 killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine as Zelenskyy denounces Moscow’s ‘cynicism’
On Monday, Moscow announced a ceasefire during its World War II victory celebrations over 9 May, while Kyiv has said it will halt fire over 6 May. Read more at…
EU trade chief urges US to ‘swiftly’ restore 15% tariff arrangement
EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer ahead of what is expected to be a tense round of negotiations between EU countries and MEPs over the…
Son of Myanmar’s ousted leader appeals to Macron for help in securing proof of life
The military’s 2021 takeover prompted widespread public protests, whose violent suppression by security forces triggered an armed resistance that has now led to a state of civil war. Read More
End of conflict in the Middle East or recession in Europe, IMF warns
The IMF’s outlook for Europe remains closely tied to geopolitical developments. A prolonged crisis risks tipping Europe into recession. Read More
Kyiv slams Egypt for accepting Russian‑shipped grain stolen from Ukraine
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Tuesday that Egypt has received a fourth shipment of stolen Ukrainian grain via Russia, accusing Cairo of violating its promises. Read More
EU’s Kallas visits Baku to advance ‘strategic partnership’ with Azerbaijan
The EU’s High Representative, Kaja Kallas, met Azerbaijan’s leadership in Baku for talks to advance what she called “our strategic interest” in connectivity between the EU, the South Caucasus and…