US Pivot to Middle East Could Turn Zelensky Into Discarded Project
US media earlier reported that America is vulnerable to cheap Iranian kamikaze drones, which are easy to produce and cost far less than costly American interceptors, something that could force the White House to seek drone counter-tech from Ukraine and give Zelensky short-term leverage over Trump. »»»
Gallup Predicts Vote Redistribution, with 51% of Bulgarians Ready to Go to the Polls on April 19
A nationally representative survey by Gallup International Balkan, published on Monday, indicates a new parliamentary configuration and a redistribution of the vote, with around 51% of respondents declaring readiness to take part in the early parliamentary elections on April 19. The findings show t»»»
Hungary and Ukraine clash over ‘war mafia’ cash convoy: What we know so far
Hungarian authorities swooped in on two Ukrainian armored trucks near Budapest on Thursday, seizing tens of millions of dollars in cash and nine kilograms of gold, sparking one of the most explosive diplomatic confrontations between the two countries in recent months. The arrest also coincided with»»»
Solving Manila’s housing challenge: Low-cost vertical development works
Manila: Metro Manila’s housing shortage is one of the most visible signs of rapid urbanisation. Informal settlements in this city of 14.8 million people account for roughly 3 million people, or about one in four residents. They have grown along riverbanks, railways, and unused government land for d»»»
Blast outside Belgium synagogue was 'antisemitic act', mayor says
A synagogue in the Belgian city of Liège was damaged in an explosion in the early hours of Monday, police have said. The blast happened at around 04:00 local time (03:00 GMT) in front of the synagogue and damaged windows across the street but caused no injuries, according to officers. Willy Demeyer»»»
Vikram Bhatt defends Vijay and Trisha and talks loveless relationships
Dubai: Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has weighed in on the intense public scrutiny surrounding South Indian actors Vijay and Trisha Krishnan, urging people to respect their personal lives even as rumours about their dating lives persist. The speculation intensified after Vijay and Trisha were recently see»»»
New Survey in Bulgaria: Radev’s Formation Tops Vote with 29.8%, No Party Near Majority
A new national survey by Gallup International Balkan suggests that if elections in Bulgaria were held today, voter turnout would reach around 51%, while no political force would secure enough support to form a single-party government. The findings are based on a representative poll conducted betwee»»»
Kurdish Rebels Say Ready to Resist Iran, Await Uprising
From their hideouts in the Iraqi mountains near Iran, leftist Kurdish rebels say they are ready to fight the country, but hope for an uprising before they intervene, with or without US support. After saying that he would be "all for" a Kurdish offensive on Iran, US President Donald Trump appeared t»»»
Iran War’s Effects Already a Reality in Europe, Says EU Chief
The ripples from war in the Middle East are already being felt in Europe, with rising energy prices and NATO allies targeted, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Monday. Oil prices soared Monday peaking just short of $120 a barrel as the US-Israeli war against Iran continued into a second week, with»»»
Pelicot joins Paris march as rallies across world mark International Women's Day
Gisèle Pelicot joined tens of thousands of protesters in the French capital on Sunday as women across the world marked International Women's Day with rallies for equal rights, female empowerment and an end to gender-based discrimination. Many events also denounced the war in the Middle East sparked»»»
Iran’s Choice of Mojtaba Khamenei Appears to Close Path to Swift End to War
Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his slain father as supreme leader on Monday, signaling that hardliners remain firmly in charge and appearing to close off any path to a swift end to war in the Middle East. The prospect that the disruption to global energy supplies - already one of the most s»»»
Orbán–Zelensky clash deepens after cash seizure, pipeline dispute, and Kremlin interference fears
The complete deterioration of relations between Ukraine and Hungary was illuminated by Volodymyr Zelensky’s outburst and threat last week. “We hope that a certain person will not block the €90bn in the EU, or its first tranche, and that Ukrainian soldiers will receive the weapons. Otherwise, we wil»»»
Iran doubles down on hardline rule with Mojtaba Khamenei
Dubai: Iran’s decision to elevate Mojtaba Khamenei as supreme leader signals that the Islamic Republic intends to maintain its hardline course even as US and Israeli air strikes pound the country and regional tensions escalate. For years, Mojtaba Khamenei has been one of the most enigmatic figures »»»
Media Review: March 9
The topic of rising fuel prices on the international market dominates Monday's news media, with dailies and online media reporting various crude oil prices, ranging from USD 90 to over USD 120 per barrel. ECONOMY 24 Chasa’s front-page story is about the effect of the war in the Middle East on price»»»
European gas prices surge further on Hormuz crisis
European gas prices have surged once more as a result of Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz that has knocked out around a fifth of global LNG supply. The TTF front month contract ended trading on March 6 at almo»»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock to dampen eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
Japan to Deploy Counter-Strike Missiles Closer to China
Japan will deploy a batch of long-range, counter-strike missiles in a southwest region near China by the end of March, officials said Monday. The Ground Self-Defense Force plans to position its Type 12 surface-to-ship missiles, with a reported range of 1,000 kilometers (620 miles), in Kumamoto, Kyu»»»
European gas prices surge further on Hormuz crisis
European gas prices have surged once more as a result of Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz that has knocked out around a fifth of global LNG supply. The TTF front month contract ended trading on March 6 at almo»»»
Nepal's rapper-led centrist party heads for poll landslide
Nepal's centrist RSP party of rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah had secured a majority in the direct parliamentary elections, partial official results showed Sunday, and was heading for a landslide according to official trends. The 35-year-old's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) was also leading »»»
What Safe Havens Remain for the Islamic Jihad?
The US-Israeli war against Iran has reshaped the landscape for Palestinian factions aligned with Tehran, with the Palestinian Islamic Jihad among the most affected. The group has faced financial and security setbacks in both Syria and Lebanon, even as fighting continues in the Gaza Strip. Sources i»»»
Tehran Threatens to Confiscate Property of Iranians Abroad Who Back Attacks on Iran
Iranians living abroad could have property confiscated and face other legal penalties if they express support for the United States and Israel, the Iranian prosecutor general's office said on Monday. Some members of the Iranian diaspora who want political change in Tehran took to the streets of Eu»»»
Bulgarian Politics: Vassilev Signals Possible Partnership with Radev to Push Judicial Reform
Asen Vassilev, leader of We Continue the Change (WCC), did not rule out a potential partnership with Rumen Radev’s political formation to advance judicial reform and elect a new Supreme Judicial Council. Addressing questions about possible coalition partners in the next parliament, Vassilev emphasi»»»
Foreign Ministers of OTS states meet with Turkish President Erdogan - | 24.KG
Foreign Ministers of the member states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) were received by the President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The meeting took place on March 7 in Istanbul on the sidelines of the informal meeting of the OTS Council of Foreign Ministers. According to the Ministry »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
COMMENT: Iran conflict energy shock eurozone outlook, says Oxford Economics
The escalating conflict involving Iran risks delivering a fresh energy shock to the eurozone, potentially lifting inflation while slightly slowing economic growth, according to Nicola Nobile, Chief Italy Economist at Oxford Economics. »»»
Cosmin Marinescu: For Romania, 2026 must mean economic recovery and continued consolidation of public finances
2026 is a year of challenges which seem to reconfigure the economic and global political order and for Romania this year should mean economic recovery and continued consolidation of public finances, says the vice-governor of the National Bank of Romania, Cosmin Marinescu.'The year 2026 is a year of»»»
Oil Pares Gains But Still on Track for Record Surge as Iran War Escalates
Oil prices came off earlier highs on Monday but were still up more than 15% at levels not seen since mid-2022 as some major producers cut supplies and fears of prolonged shipping disruptions gripped the market due to the expanding US-Israeli war with Iran. Brent crude futures were up $15.51, or 16.»»»
The final voyage of the Iranian warship sunk by the US
On 17 February, the Indian Navy posted a cheerful message on X. "Welcome!" it wrote, greeting the Iranian warship Iris Dena as it steamed into the port of Visakhapatnam to join an international naval gathering. Photographs showed sailors in crisp whites and a grey frigate gliding in the sea harbour»»»
Bulgaria Strikes 620 Million Deal for Advanced U.S. Missile Systems
Bulgaria is set to purchase a coastal defense missile system from the United States valued at approximately USD 620 million, according to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA). The planned arms sale includes a Naval Strike Missile (NSM) system and three multifunctional tactical information»»»