Djuric: Regular exchanges with Szijjarto always open, direct and professional
BELGRADE - Serbian FM Marko Djuric said on Tuesday his regular exchanges with Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto, including after, and sometimes before, EU Foreign Affairs Council sessions, had always been open, direct, and professional. "I value his cooperation and our»»»
Kenya Airways sees boost from Middle East conflict
Nairobi: Kenya's national carrier has seen passenger numbers jump by nearly a third and cargo up more than 250 percent during the Mideast war, its CEO said Tuesday. The war between the United States and Iran, now in its fourth week, has sent shockwaves through global markets, with fuel prices soari»»»
MOL Group receives OFAC approval to continue NIS acquisition talks until May 22
BUDAPEST - The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Ministry of the Treasury has granted a request by the Hungarian oil firm MOL Group to extend until May 22 a deadline for talks on its acquisition of the majority stake in the Serbian oil company NIS, MOL announced on the Budapest Stoc»»»
From Berlin to Tokyo: Industrial giants face inflationary wave amid Hormuz tensions
Capitals, March 24 (SANA) As the military conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran is in its 25th day, the circle of impact is widening to strike at the core of the global economy. Severe disruptions in energy supplies and a rapid acceleration in prices are creating a volatile environme»»»
Hannah Montana fans celebrate 20 years of 'once in a generation' show
It's been 20 years since Hannah Montana debuted on the Disney Channel. The show - about a teenager living a double-life as a pop singer - was a smash hit and made an international celebrity of its star, Miley Cyrus. She's put on her famous blonde wig once again for an anniversary special, filmed in»»»
Who wins what in the EU's new trade deal with Australia?
TradeEuropeWho wins what in the EU's new trade deal with Australia?Marie SinaSqueezed by Trump's tariffs and China's industrial muscle, the EU and Australia bury old trade disputes to finalize a long-delayed free trade deal. https://p.dw.com/p/5B1Z2The EU and Australia also agreed to boost access t»»»
Remote robotic surgery successfully tested in Panama to treat stroke - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Panamanian doctors are shown being trained in the remote robotic procedure to treat stroke. Photo courtesy of XCath March 24 (UPI) -- A procedure performed in Panama using remote robotic surgery to treat a stroke is generating interest among specialists, who say the technology could expand»»»
Widespread Russian missile, drone attacks kill at least 5 in Ukraine - UPI.com
1 of 2 | The site of a Russian drone strike on a five-story residential building in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Feb. 3. Russia launched more missile and drone strikes in 11 regions of Ukraine Tuesday, targeting residential areas and killing at least five people. File Photo by Stringer/EPA March 24 (UPI) -- R»»»
Vujic meets with PACE Monitoring Committee co-rapporteurs
BELGRADE - Serbian Justice Minister Nenad Vujic met on Tuesday with Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) Monitoring Committee co-rapporteurs Victoria Tiblom and Yunus Emre, who are on a working visit to Belgrade. "During the meeting, which was also attended by Head of the Council »»»
Rapid Expansion of Conflict Space Causing Concern - Russia's Lavrov
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The rapid expansion of conflict space, involving the entire regions, is causing concern, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Tuesday. "Overall, the rapid expansion of the conflict space, involving new countries and entire regions, as has happened over the past year, is»»»
Bulgaria Is (Was) Iran's Top Eastern European Trade Partner
Bulgaria stands out as one of Iran's key trading partners within the European Union, particularly among its Eastern European members, according to BGNES. In overall trade with Iran, Bulgaria ranked seventh in 2025, with a total trade volume of 172.2 million euros, trailing only behind Germany, Ital»»»
Hungarian foreign minister admits talking to Russia during EU meetings - UPI.com
Minister of Foreign Affairs of Hungary Peter Szijjarto speaks at the United Nations General Assembly in 2024. Szijjarto admitted that he talks to Russia during European Union meetings. File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI | License Photo March 23 (UPI) -- Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó admitte»»»
How Orbán could still rule even if Tisza wins: five scenarios for the Hungarian election
Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz needs fewer votes than the opposition Tisza party to stay in power, as the electoral system favours the incumbent. We examine the most likely developments after the Hungarian elections on 12 April. “Let us not rule it out logically,” Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán answe»»»
EU, Australia sign landmark free trade agreement after 8 years - UPI.com
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the Australian Parliament in Canberra on Tuesday after addressing a joint session of both houses. Photo by Lukas Coch/EPA March 24 (UPI) -- The European Union finalized a landmark $9 billion free tr»»»
UN warns migratory freshwater fish numbers are spiralling
Paris, France: Migratory freshwater fish populations crucial to river health and sustaining the livelihoods of millions of people are in freefall and risk collapse, a major UN assessment warned Tuesday. Habitat destruction, overfishing and water pollution from the Amazon to the Danube threaten the »»»
Caretaker PM Andrey Gurov Briefs EU Ambassadors on Upcoming Elections, Reforms and Regional Risks
Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov conferred with the Heads of Mission of the European Union Member States at the invitation of the Cypriot Presidency of the EU Council, the Bulgarian government said on Facebook on Tuesday. Gurov briefed the diplomats on the caretaker government’s preparations f»»»
From oil reserves to coal, world faces energy shockwaves from war
Capitals, March 24 (SANA) Countries worldwide are taking emergency and precautionary measures to absorb the impact of the US–Israeli–Iranian war on the global economy, as energy prices surge following Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on Gulf oil and gas facilities. Japan Turns to »»»
Why did R Madhavan apologise for hurting sentiments? Dhurandhar 2 controversy, FIR scandal explained
The clarification comes after backlash over a sequence in the film directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh. The scene shows Madhavan’s character holding a cigarette while a sacred verse from the Dasam Granth, authored by Guru Gobind Singh, is recited. An FIR was filed at Mulund Police St»»»
Europe dangerously unprepared for worsening wildfires, report says
Europe is dangerously unprepared to tackle a growing wildfire crisis, and must overhaul its fleets of firefighting aircraft and step up investment, according to a report. The paper – commissioned by Portugal-based Avincis, which leases firefighting planes and helicopters – said the increased risk »»»
At least five killed in massive wave of Russian strikes across Ukraine, officials say
At least five people have been killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine, after a massive overnight aerial bombardment targeted several regions across the country. A 61-year-old woman was killed when a drone hit an electric train in Kharkiv early on Tuesday, authorities said, while other deaths were»»»
German President Calls Iran War a Disastrous Mistake, in Rare Rebuke of Trump
The Iran war is a "disastrous mistake" that breaches international law, Germany's president said on Tuesday in an unusually blunt rebuke of US President Donald Trump's foreign policy, which he said marked a rupture for German ties with its biggest post-war ally. In a scathing verbal attack, Frank-W»»»
Look: Greece’s peach blossoms paint fields pink as thousands visit
1/7Anastasios Chalkidis, head of the Agricultural Association of Veria, tends blooming peach trees near Veria in northern Greece during the vibrant spring blossom season.AP2/7People play with a ball among blooming peach trees during a public event near Veria.AP3/7Peach trees bloom between mid-March»»»
NATO War on Yugoslavia Covered Up Atrocities, Organ Trafficking Crimes - Russian MFA
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - NATO's operation against Yugoslavia in 1999 served as a cover for crimes committed by Kosovo militants against the Serbian population, including abductions for the purpose of organ trafficking, and undermined the foundations of international law, the Russian Foreign Ministry said»»»
Cathay extends Dubai, Riyadh flight suspensions to May 31
Hong Kong: Hong Kong carrier Cathay Pacific said on Tuesday it has extended its flight suspensions to and from Dubai and Riyadh by a month until May 31 because of the war in the Middle East. The Asian aviation giant said in two separate statements that all Cathay Pacific flights to and from Riyadh »»»
Could Iranian missiles reach London and Paris?
Iranian missiles have tried to target the joint US-UK military base in Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean. Two missiles were launched last Friday - one failed and one was shot down, UK Defence Secretary John Healey says. Diego Garcia is nearly 4,000km (2,500 miles) from Iran and the Iranian attempt h»»»
Rapid strike or long hold? US weighs airborne assault options in Iran scenario
Senior US military officials are weighing contingency plans to deploy elite airborne and marine forces to support potential operations targeting Iran, including a possible move to secure key energy infrastructure, according to officials familiar with the discussions. The planning — first reported b»»»
Pakistan Ranked Most Polluted Country in 2025, Data Shows
Pakistan was ranked the world's smoggiest country in 2025, with concentrations of hazardous small particles known as PM2.5 up to 13 times higher than the recommended World Health Organization level, research showed on Tuesday. Swiss air quality monitoring firm IQAir said in its annual report that »»»
China Positions Itself as a Stable Economic Force Amid Global Uncertainty at Beijing Forum
Global corporate executives attending China's flagship annual business conference this week were reassured by leaders of the world's second-largest economy that it remains a predictable anchor at a time of geopolitical flux and global uncertainty. The tone at this year's China Development Forum (CD»»»
Iran fires new wave of missiles at Israel after denying Trump talks
Iran launched a new wave of missiles against Israel Tuesday, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump hailed "very good" talks to end the war despite Tehran denying any dialogue had taken place. Trump's surprise disclosure -- which prompted a positive response from jittery markets and pushed oil pri»»»
Ruins of Yugoslavia: How Russia learned that NATO poses a threat
On March 24, 1999, student Elena Milincic was at home with her sister and a friend in Belgrade. Suddenly, the quiet evening was interrupted by an air-raid siren. The girls quickly hid under a table. It wasn’t the safest place, but they had gotten lucky – their part of the city wasn’t attacked. Over»»»
More Australian beef headed for Europe under new EU trade deal
More Australian beef will be served on the dining tables of Europe under a new free trade deal with the European Union that cuts most export tariffs on Australian products. The deal, worth about A$10bn ($7bn; £5.2bn) was inked on Tuesday with Australia's prime minister and the head of the European »»»
EU, Australia seal landmark free trade deal amid global tensions
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese struck a long-awaited free trade deal on Tuesday, aiming to boost exports amid global trade uncertainty. The accord reflects efforts by both sides to diversify supply chains and address energy vulnerab»»»
Human rights activists call for Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy’s rehabilitation - | 24.KG
International human rights organizations call on Kyrgyz authorities to completely drop the criminal prosecution of journalist Makhabat Tazhibek kyzy following a court decision to release her from custody. Amnesty International stated that the journalist’s release from prison is a «long-overdue step»»»
Australia, EU Agree Sweeping New Trade Pact 8 Years in the Works
The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on Tuesday, while also agreeing to boost defense cooperation and access to rare earth minerals in the face of global uncertainty over trade. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Australia comes as the 27-nation bloc and the »»»
Appetite for Turkmen gas could rise in China, Turkey and Europe amid Hormuz crisis
Chinese President Xi Jinping repeated long-stated calls for expanding cooperation with Turkmenistan in the natural gas sector as the country’s Leader of the Nation Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov paid a state visit to Beijing. C»»»
Is the CRINK alliance helping to arm Iran?
Are the members of the CRINK alliance (China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea) arming and abetting Iran? The informal cooperation between America's main geopolitical adversaries were already cooperating militarily before »»»
Is the CRINK alliance helping to arm Iran?
Are the members of the CRINK alliance (China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea) arming and abetting Iran? The informal cooperation between America's main geopolitical adversaries were already cooperating militarily before »»»
Appetite for Turkmen gas could rise in China, Turkey and Europe amid Hormuz crisis
Chinese President Xi Jinping repeated long-stated calls for expanding cooperation with Turkmenistan in the natural gas sector as the country’s Leader of the Nation Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov paid a state visit to Beijing. C»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
African food security threats spike as Iran war strangles fertiliser supplies, prices soar
Conflict-driven disruption to fertiliser supply chains in the Middle East is raising the risk of price shocks across Africa, with analysts warning that benchmark urea prices could approach levels seen after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, when global prices roughly doubled, impacting»»»
Is the CRINK alliance helping to arm Iran?
Are the members of the CRINK alliance (China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea) arming and abetting Iran? The informal cooperation between America's main geopolitical adversaries were already cooperating militarily before »»»
The West has split – Stubb
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that relations between the US and Europe are fracturing under Donald Trump’s policies, urging allies to “salvage what you can” of the transatlantic alliance, The Telegraph reported on March 22. »»»
The West has split – Stubb
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that relations between the US and Europe are fracturing under Donald Trump’s policies, urging allies to “salvage what you can” of the transatlantic alliance, The Telegraph reported on March 22. »»»
Russia could earn up to $252bn from Gulf War - KSE
Russia could earn as much as $252bn in windfall export revenues from escalating conflict in the Middle East, as higher energy prices driven by tensions in the Persian Gulf bolster the Kremlin’s finances, according to analysis by the Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) Institute. »»»
The West has split – Stubb
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that relations between the US and Europe are fracturing under Donald Trump’s policies, urging allies to “salvage what you can” of the transatlantic alliance, The Telegraph reported on March 22. »»»
The West has split – Stubb
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that relations between the US and Europe are fracturing under Donald Trump’s policies, urging allies to “salvage what you can” of the transatlantic alliance, The Telegraph reported on March 22. »»»
Russia could earn up to $252bn from Gulf War - KSE
Russia could earn as much as $252bn in windfall export revenues from escalating conflict in the Middle East, as higher energy prices driven by tensions in the Persian Gulf bolster the Kremlin’s finances, according to analysis by the Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) Institute. »»»
The West has split – Stubb
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that relations between the US and Europe are fracturing under Donald Trump’s policies, urging allies to “salvage what you can” of the transatlantic alliance, The Telegraph reported on March 22. »»»
The West has split – Stubb
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has warned that relations between the US and Europe are fracturing under Donald Trump’s policies, urging allies to “salvage what you can” of the transatlantic alliance, The Telegraph reported on March 22. »»»
Russia could earn up to $252bn from Gulf War - KSE
Russia could earn as much as $252bn in windfall export revenues from escalating conflict in the Middle East, as higher energy prices driven by tensions in the Persian Gulf bolster the Kremlin’s finances, according to analysis by the Kyiv School of Economics (KSE) Institute. »»»