G7 countries agree to release diesel and oil stocks after US pressure
BRUSSELS: Group of Seven countries agreed on Friday on the release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil from emergency reserves in a move cheered by US President Donald Trump as he seeks help to cool off surging fuel prices linked to the Iran war. The conflict sparked the biggest emergency s»»»
Brunner takes victory lap on irregular arrivals as Syrian asylum claims collapse for reasons beyond EU policy
The sharp drop in irregular migrant arrivals is evidence that the EU’s policy reforms are working, EU migration commissioner, Magnus Brunner, said on Thursday (1 October). But Syria is also no longer the single biggest source of asylum claims after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime 22 months ago»»»
Europe to release diesel reserves after Trump request
PoliticsUnited States of AmericaEurope to release diesel reserves after Trump requestFelix Tamsut with Reuters, APThe US leader asked European countries to release some of their diesel reserves to ease the rising prices. The issue has damaged Trump's popularity back home. https://p.dw.com/p/5NfVyDi»»»
Europe Weighs New Diesel Stocks Release after US Pressure
European Union countries discussed a French proposal on Friday to release diesel stocks in response to US pressure to help cool surging fuel prices linked to the Iran war, Reuters reported, citing three sources familiar with details of the discussion. The proposal, discussed on a call involving EU »»»
Hamburg Court Says Not Allowing Nord Stream Operators to Participate in Trial as Victims
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Hamburg Higher Regional Court announced on Friday that it had decided not to allow the operators of the Nord Stream gas pipelines to participate as victims in the trial, which will consider the case of former Ukrainian armed forces officer Serhii Kuznetsov. "By decisions date»»»
Tunisia signs Algiers Ministerial Declaration on South Hydrogen Corridor project
Tunis, Oct. 2 (TAP)- Energy ministers of Tunisia, Algeria, Italy, Austria and Germany inked Thursday the Algiers Ministerial Declaration on the South Hydrogen Corridor project "SoutH2 Corridor." The project seeks to support Euro-Mediterranean...»»»
Kyrgyzstan increases coffee imports by more than 50 percent - | 24.KG
In the first nine months of 2026, Kyrgyzstan imported 199.3 tonnes of coffee from third countries. This is already more than the total volume imported throughout last year, the State Customs Service reported. Thus, coffee imports in the first nine months of this year were 52.2 percent higher than t»»»
Serbia lose to Germany away in UEFA Nations League
MUNICH - The Serbia men's national football team lost 2-0 to Germany away in a UEFA Nations League Group A2 Match Day 3 game in Munich on Thursday evening. Tom Bischof (39 min) and Florian Wirtz (61 min) provided the goals for the hosts. Serbia are in the last, fourth position in the Group A2 table»»»
Children with congenital conditions to receive treatment in Germany - | 24.KG
A medical screening and selection campaign for children with congenital malformations will be held at the National Center for Maternal and Child Welfare on October 12–13. Selected children will receive free treatment at clinics in Germany, Together for Health Public Foundation reports. According to»»»
Government Says It Will Continue "Actively Structuring" Proposed Investment Project with Rheinmetall
Bulgaria will continue actively structuring the proposed investment project with Rheinmetall, building on Germany’s leading role as a key foreign-trade partner and source of foreign direct investment for the country, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander »»»
EU Prepares for Possible Merz Exit as Germany’s Political Crisis Deepens
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The European Union has begun drafting contingency plans in case German Chancellor Friedrich Merz resigns or shifts his focus to domestic affairs amid disastrous election results and infighting within his coalition, the Western media reported on Friday, citing diplomats and offici»»»
Why young men are drawn to the far right and young women to the far left
First published in Respekt. In Germany’s recent state elections, voters as young as 16 could cast ballots. The results confirmed a global trend of political division between young women and men. “On 1 January, we both deleted Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat. And whichever of us would be the first to»»»
Bulgaria Will Continue Actively Structuring Proposed Investment Project with Rheinmetall, Minister Poulev Says
Bulgaria will continue actively structuring the proposed investment project with Rheinmetall, building on Germany’s leading role as a key foreign-trade partner and source of foreign direct investment for the country, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexander »»»
DJWE 2026 welcomes new Qatari, GCC and international exhibitors
Doha, Qatar: The Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition (DJWE) continues to bring together established jewellery and watch houses, emerging designers and collectors from around the world. The 22nd edition features 49 exhibitors representing more than 500 brands from 30 countries, alongside a new group»»»
US presses Europe to release diesel reserves 'immediately' as Trump threatens export ban
The United States on Thursday urged European allies to release strategic diesel reserves immediately to curb prices driven higher by the US war on Iran. EU states will discuss a coordinated response on Friday, as Washington increases pressure following US President Donald Trump's suggestion that he»»»
US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today (Oct. 2, 2026)
Key updates on US-Iran tensions impacting UAE residents today On Day 217 of the US-Iran war, UAE airports remain open and operating, but travellers should expect delays, cancellations and last-minute schedule changes. Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports all reported disruptions on Friday. Tension»»»
Israel courts Europe’s far right, finding friends but also unease
JERUSALEM: Facing growing isolation over the war in Gaza, Israel is increasingly allying itself with Europe’s far right, despite some parties’ legacies of antisemitism. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused foreign critics of Israel’s conduct in Gaza of fanning hate against Jews, but his go»»»
US tells European allies to release strategic reserves 'immediately' to lower diesel prices
Trump administration calls for immediate action on global diesel costs The US on Thursday told its European allies to help lower global diesel prices by releasing strategic reserves "immediately," with EU member states due to discuss the crisis on Friday. Reports said the Trump administration wants»»»
Siemens launches German Tech Talks to advance industrial AI in Qatar
Siemens, in partnership with the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Qatar and with support from the German Industry and Commerce Office (AHK), launched on Wednesday +the inaugural German Tech Talks in Qatar, focusing on the growing role of industrial artificial intelligence (AI) in shapi»»»
Bulgaria, Germany Discuss Judicial Cooperation, Justice Reforms, Digitalization
Bulgaria and Germany discussed judicial cooperation, justice reforms and digitalization at a meeting between Bulgarian Deputy Justice Minister Irena Borisova and Annette Kramme, Parliamentary State Secretary at Germany's Federal Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection, the Bulgarian Justice Min»»»
Work on migrant return hubs ‘progressing well’, EU countries say
BRUSSELS: Work to set up migrant return hubs outside the European Union is progressing “very well”, Denmark said Thursday as the bloc’s home affairs ministers met in Luxembourg to discuss further ways to boost deportations. Denmark — along with Austria, Greece, Germany and the Netherlands — has bee»»»
Wind turbine taller than Eiffel Tower aims to boost German electricity production
A wind turbine described by its developer as the world's tallest now rises 365 meters (1,197 feet) above the sparsely populated landscape of eastern Germany, surpassing the height of the Eiffel Tower. The colossal turbine has been built at an existing wind farm in Lusatia, southeast of Berlin. Once»»»
FlyDubai cockpit incident turns focus to crew-related hijackings
The pilot of the FlyDubai flight is suspected of having stabbed his copilot midflight in an apparent attempt to crash the plane. The incident has turned focus to similar incidents in the past, where deliberate crashes or near crashes have been instigated by on or off-duty crew. A pilot on a plane t»»»
Serbia’s snap election: Vucic, Gen Z and the future of Russian ties
The resignation of Aleksandar Vucic as president of Serbia should be understood in the context of the internal political conflict between the ruling elites and Generation Z, which began several years ago as a result of the collapse of the newly renovated railway station building in one of Serbia’s »»»
Serbia’s snap election: Vucic, Gen Z and the future of Russian ties
The resignation of Aleksandar Vucic as president of Serbia should be understood in the context of the internal political conflict between the ruling elites and Generation Z, which began several years ago as a result of the collapse of the newly renovated railway station building in one of Serbia’s »»»
What Paysafe’s Wallet Consolidation Means for Every Stakeholder in Europe
Paysafe, the payments group behind Skrill, Neteller and PaysafeCard, is reshaping its consumer business around a single account. PaysafeWallet, introduced on 22 April 2026, turns PaysafeCard’s former Account & Card product into a full-service digital wallet with a dedicated IBAN and debit card, and»»»
1,195 Israeli settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque on Thursday morning: Palestinian Waqf Department - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe 1,195 Israeli settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque on Thursday morning: Palestinian Waqf Department 01-10-2026 12:52 PM Latest News Urgent News »»»
Israeli occupation forces carried out demolition operations in Mais Al-Jabal and Majdal Zoun: Al-Manar reporter in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli occupation forces carried out demolition operations in Mais Al-Jabal and Majdal Zoun: Al-Manar reporter in southern Lebanon 01-10-2»»»
US Tells France, Germany to Release Diesel Stocks or Face US Export Ban: Reuters
The Trump administration has told Germany and France to draw down emergency diesel inventories to help to ease global fuel prices or face a potential US diesel export ban, Reuters reported on Thursday, citing three people close to the discussions. The warning marks an escalation of pressure on »»»
Kyrgyzstanis in Germany more likely to be employed than unemployed - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s Ambassador to Germany Omurbek Tekebaev said citizens of Kyrgyzstan come to Germany primarily to study and work, and that the unemployment rate among Kyrgyz nationals in the country is now below the national average. The diplomat made the statement following a September 23 meeting with »»»
Cold peace: Why Japan’s protests against Russia stop short of a rupture
A 15-meter-high bronze memorial towers over the Amur River embankment: a Soviet soldier swings his rifle butt, smashing a Japanese border marker bearing the Imperial Chrysanthemum emblem – a symbol held sacred in Japan. On September 4 – the day following Victory Day over Militaristic Japan and the »»»
German coalition party revives push for AfD ban
Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) has called for a formal review that could pave the way for a ban on Alternative for Germany (AfD), as the right-wing party leads national polls following major regional election victories. The push follows the AfD’s sweeping victories in Saxony-Anhalt and Mec»»»
Visa: Over 90% of European banks are already using AI
At European level, 48% of the banks included in the study focus their AI investments on operational efficiency or staff productivity, whilst 30% cite customer experience or fraud prevention as the main driver of investment. The area in which the technology is applied influences the results achieved»»»
[Interview] Ceuta crisis shows how EU border outsourcing puts children at risk, says German lawyer
Spain is coordinating with Morocco to prevent a new mass crossing into Ceuta this week, Spanish foreign minister José Manuel Albares said ealrier in September in response to renewed encouragement to storm the Ceuta border crossing on social media. Warnings of a new wave of border crossings has caus»»»
RAF Fairford ‘bomb plot’ unravels
Five young men from London who were caught near a British airbase heavily used by the US in its war against Iran have triggered a media frenzy across the London establishment's mainstream media. The so-called “Fairford incident” lit up the British deep state media echo chamber. However, what was in»»»
Hungary’s Semmelweis University breaks into world’s top 250 after major leap in global rankings
Budapest’s Semmelweis University has climbed to 247th place in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, making it the highest-ranked university in Hungary and Central and Eastern Europe. Semmelweis University has made a major leap in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) g»»»
Why Trump wants to call artificial intelligence 'Super Intelligence'
BusinessUnited States of America'Super Intelligence': Is Trump right to rename AI?Nik MartinDonald Trump thinks the name artificial intelligence sounds "fake" and has ordered US agencies to use "Super Intelligence" instead. Yet, tech firms and researchers have little reason to play along. https://p»»»
Visa: Over 90% of European banks are already using AI
At European level, 48% of the banks included in the study focus their AI investments on operational efficiency or staff productivity, whilst 30% cite customer experience or fraud prevention as the main driver of investment. The area in which the technology is applied influences the results achieved»»»
Foreign Ministry denies reports Germany plans to deport 700,000 Syrians
Damascus, Sept. 30 (SANA) Director of the Expatriates and Refugees Affairs Department at the Foreign Ministry Nahla Othman denied reports that Germany plans to deport large numbers of Syrian refugees, saying talks with Berlin are underway on possible changes to residence status for Syrians who have»»»
Divided EU cyber defence faces real-life Russian and Chinese threats
Europe is facing more immediate cyber threats, but whether its member states are prepared to deal with it collectively is becoming a question harder to answer. Even as drone threats, such as Russia’s bomb plot at the Leipzig-Halle airport in Germany in August, dominated European headlines in Septem»»»
Bulgaria Moves From Low-Cost to Quality TourismOpinions
Bulgaria is moving toward a tourism model focused on quality rather than low prices, Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov said, citing positive signals from several important markets. Dimitrov pointed to a sharp increase in interest from Poland, expectations that Germany will add about 150,000 airline se»»»
G20 meets in US as Trump’s tariffs loom over talks
Trade ministers of the Group of 20 are meeting in Milwaukee for two days of talks on Wednesday, but US President Donald Trump’s tariffs are expected to hang heavy over the talks. "Don't expect any breakthroughs," an analyst watching the event said. G20 trade ministers are set to open talks Wednesda»»»
Twice as Many Bulgarian Students Choose Spain, While Netherlands Remains Top Destination, Survey Finds
Twice as many Bulgarian students are starting higher education in Spain in 2026, and the total number of those leaving to study abroad is up 9%, according to data from an analysis by Integral Bulgaria, published on Tuesday. The Netherlands remains the most preferred destination for the third consec»»»
Over 35,000 Bulgarians Have Applied to Vote Abroad before Deadline on Tuesday
By Tuesday noon, a total of 35,131 Bulgarian citizens submitted applications to vote at polling stations abroad in the October 25 presidential election, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on Tuesday. The data has been published on the official website of the Central Election Commission (CEC). The»»»
MEPs vote for €47bn in new Erasmus+ funds, as frugal states seek cuts to EU budget
The European Parliament’s culture committee has voted to increase EU funds for the flagship Erasmus+ student exchange programme by €7bn in 2028-2034, even as so-called frugal countries seek to cut overall funding. With 24 votes in favour and one abstention, MEPs proposed to increase the European Co»»»
France's Le Pen vows to 'counterattack' after top ally Bardella hit by anti-Semitism claims
French presidential frontrunner Marine Le Pen on Tuesday denounced an attempt to "derail" her Élysée Palace run after a media report accused the head of her far-right National Rally (RN) party, Jordan Bardella, of making ant-Semitic comments in 2013. Le Pen said Bardella, who is tipped to be p»»»
Lavrov Comments on Poland’s Plans to Produce Patriot Missiles
Russia-US contacts on the issue of “irritants” will take place soon, with the timing being coordinated, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told reporters on the sidelines of the 23rd annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club. He noted that circumstances would eventually compel the United Sta»»»
Singureni Manor Polo Cup 2026 draws international visitors and announces its 2027 edition
Singureni Manor Polo Cup concluded its third edition with all tickets sold, more than 1,000 spectators daily and international visitors travelling to Romania specifically for the tournament. At the close of the three-day competition, the organisers announced the dates for the next edition: 24-26 Se»»»
Russian-linked forensic technology reached Hungarian police
A company selling powerful digital forensic tools to law-enforcement agencies across Europe — including the Hungarian police — has been accused by US authorities of concealing its Russian ownership and the fact that its software was developed in Russia. The case has raised fresh questions over Russ»»»
Democratic Bulgaria Proposes EUR 1,000 State Account for Every Baby Born from 2027
Democratic Bulgaria (DB) held a press conference here on Tuesday, at which DB MPs Ivaylo Mirchev and Bozhidar Bozhanov presented their party's proposal to have the State open a personal account with EUR 1,000 for all babies born after January 1, 2027. The initiative called Future Account proposes t»»»