Global solar power tops 2,000 TWh (terawatt-hours), equal to entire annual electricity demand of India
Global solar generation has now crossed a historic threshold. In 2024, it surpassed 2,000 terawatt-hours (TWh) and reaching 2,131 TWh according to data from London-based think-tank Ember. This single milestone equals the entire annual electricity demand of India — one of the world’s largest and fas»»»
1973 oil crisis pushed consumers to fuel-efficient Japanese cars — 2026 crisis could push them to Chinese EVs: Report
Global EV uptake expected is expected to accelerate as Iran war causes petrol price hikes. Since late February 2026, US-Israel strikes on Iran, in particular the Kharg Island export hub and Pars oil facility has been met with Iranian retaliation, i.e. blocking the Strait of Hormuz (20% of global oi»»»
Funding defense strategy
Economist Ludwik Dudek warns that Poland lacks a comprehensive long-term strategy for financing defense, despite proposals to raise military spending to 5% of GDP and create new off-budget funds at Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego. Measures under the SAFE Act and the proposed Polish Defence Investment F»»»
Poland’s trillion-zloty energy push
Poland plans to invest PLN 1 trillion in energy over the next decade, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced at the PowerConnect conference in Gdańsk, calling energy security central to national security amid global conflicts. The spending will cover renewable energy, storage, nuclear power, and grid»»»
Nikolay Tsonev Is Top-of-the-List Candidate of Alliance for Rights and Freedoms for Kyustendil 10th Constituency
BTA will publish the names of the top-of-the-list candidates of every party/coalition for all constituencies for the April 19 parliamentary elections. The information about the candidates is provided by the respective political entity, the candidates themselves and other official sources. Nikolay T»»»
Jordan, Bulgaria explore agricultural cooperation
AMMAN (JT) — Minister of Agriculture Saeb Khreisat and Bulgarian Ambassador Metin Kazak on Wednesday discussed prospects of cooperation across a range of agricultural fields.The minister underscored the deep Jordanian-Bulgarian ties and stressed the need to build on these to advance cooperation in »»»
Petrofac Abu Dhabi sale: What the deal means for UAE projects, jobs, growth
Dubai: Petrofac’s agreement to sell its Abu Dhabi-based engineering and construction business, Petrofac Emirates, comes as part of a wider restructuring, with the group continuing to keep its existing contracts. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The deal, announced on Tu»»»
Cuba restores electricity network, vows 'unbreakable resistance' to US pressure
Cuba widely restored its electricity network on Tuesday after more than 24 hours of blackouts across the Caribbean island, which is under increasing pressure from the US to change its communist government. Cuba's leader Miguel Diaz-Canel on Tuesday said the US would face "unbreakable resi»»»
What to know about the resignation of Joe Kent, counterterrorism chief and Trump loyalist
The head of the US's National Counterterrorism Center, Joe Kent, resigned from his post on Tuesday in opposition to the Trump administration's war on Iran. The former staunch Trump supporter said he could not support the war as "Iran posed no imminent threat" to the US. A top security official in U»»»
Spotlight - 'Cuba is not Venezuela': Trump's takeover threat collides with 'disciplined revolutionary state'
As US President Donald Trump threatens to take over Cuba, following the forced collapse of its national electric grid, Mark Owen welcomes Christopher Sabatini, Senior Research Fellow for Latin America Programme at Chatham House. What we are witnessing today, Sabatini explains, is not an isolated in»»»
The Debate - Trump's dire strait: No strategy, no endgame, no allied support?
Today in the Middle East, Day 19 of the war, there have been extensive air strikes, drone attacks and missiles launched. And fall-out is spreading far beyond the so called theatre of war. And the funeral of Ali Larijani, Iran's de facto leader, key advisor to the Ayatollah, the head of Nationa»»»
The Debate - Two key figures of Iranian leadership killed: Who's next?
Ali Larijani was the head of Iran's Security Council and a key voice in the ear of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Gholamreza Soleimani was the head of the Basij militia. Both were pillars of Iran's security apparatus. If they have indeed been taken out, the question is who replaces»»»
The Observers - To return to Gaza, Palestinian refugees first have to face Israeli-backed militias
Israel has said it is reopening the Rafah border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt on Wednesday. Israeli authorities had partially opened the crossing on February 2 as part of the peace plan agreed with Hamas in October, but closed it on February 28 when Israeli and US missiles and planes b»»»
'Not a one-person regime': Why Iran's Islamic Republic is so hard to topple
Since the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on February 28, US and Israeli strikes have decimated the regime's top ranks, from the commander of the Revolutionary Guards, to the country's security and intelligence chiefs. But even as the heads of the Ir»»»
Israel kills Iran’s intel chief as both sides ratchet up attacks on energy facilities
Iran suffered major blows on Wednesday with the killing of its intelligence minister, Esmail Khatib, in an Israeli strike and an attack on the South Pars natural gas field, one of the world's largest gas resources and a pillar of the country's energy supplies. Tehran vowed retaliation for the attac»»»
Missile Strikes Hit Ras Laffan Energy Hub in Qatar — MFA Condemns
QatarEnergy said Ras Laffan Industrial City was targeted by missile attacks, with fires breaking out and “extensive damage” reported. Qatar’s Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes on Ras Laffan Industrial City, calling them a violation of sovereignty and warning it reserves the right to respond.Ra»»»
Fidesz’ political community is ready for victory, PM says
In a special edition of the Bayer-show on Hír TV, Prime Minister Orbán delivered an assessment of the political landscape, arguing that the governing parties have entered the final phase of the campaign with renewed strength and unity. Reflecting on recent events, global tensions, and Hungary’s str»»»
Pakistan announces temporary Eid pause in conflict with Afghanistan
Pakistan on Wednesday announced a "temporary pause" in hostilities with Afghanistan ahead of the Eid al-Fitr feast marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The decision was made at the request of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey, said a senior Pakistani official. It came hours before Afgh»»»
KOICA enhances traceability of livestock products in the Kyrgyz Republic - | 24.KG
On March 18, 2026, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic officially launched the pilot operation of a modernized Animal Identification and Traceability System. This initiative is part of a b»»»
Starmer says 'focus must remain on Ukraine' despite war in Iran after talks with Zelensky
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that international attention must remain on Ukraine's fight against Russia despite the US-Israeli war with Iran. The two leaders met in London and signed a new defence partnership focused on countering drones. UK Prime »»»
Why Hungary's Viktor Orban is vilifying Ukraine before crucial elections
Weeks before crucial parliamentary elections, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s campaign has characterised his main rival as a stooge of Kyiv and Brussels. With his party trailing in the polls, the nationalist leader has sought to escalate tensions between Hungary and Ukraine, alleging that K»»»
Iran strikes Persian Gulf energy infrastructure after Israeli gas-field attack - UPI.com
The logo of state-owned petroleum company QatarEnergy in front of the headquarters, in Doha, Qatar, March 3. QatarEnergy has halted production of liquefied natural gas and related products due to military attacks on its facilities in Ras Laffan Industrial City and Mesaieed Industrial City. Photo by»»»
Homeland Security restarts Global Entry program after travelers faced long airport lines
The US Department of Homeland Security restarted the Global Entry program on Wednesday, a little over two weeks after it halted the service for travelers because of the partial government shutdown. Global Entry allows pre-approved, low-risk travelers to use expedited kiosks — for a fee — when enter»»»
US eases Venezuela oil sanctions as Iran war drives crude prices higher
The Trump administration has issued a sweeping new sanctions licence allowing US companies to trade directly with Venezuela's state oil company, as surging crude prices driven by the conflict with Iran push Washington to hunt for new sources of crude to steady global markets. »»»
Venezuela's Rodríguez replaces long-serving defence minister in cabinet shake-up
Venezuelan acting president Delcy Rodríguez has appointed General-in-Chief Gustavo González López as minister of defence, removing Vladimir Padrino López from the post he had held for over a decade in the most significant cabinet reshuffle since Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces in January. »»»
Chile's border wall targets a problem already in decline
José Antonio Kast's fortified frontier project combines trenches, electrified fencing and military deployment, but unauthorised crossings had already fallen by more than half before he took office. Five days after taking o»»»
Russian oil tankers close in on Cuba after island's worst blackout in decades
Russia has sent two ships carrying crude oil and gas to Cuba as the Caribbean island endures its worst energy crisis in living memory, with a 29-hour nationwide blackout laying bare the depth of a fuel emergency that Washington's sweeping oil embargo has brought to the brink of humanitarian ca»»»
Chile's border wall targets a problem already in decline
José Antonio Kast's fortified frontier project combines trenches, electrified fencing and military deployment, but unauthorised crossings had already fallen by more than half before he took office. Five days after taking o»»»
US eases Venezuela oil sanctions as Iran war drives crude prices higher
The Trump administration has issued a sweeping new sanctions licence allowing US companies to trade directly with Venezuela's state oil company, as surging crude prices driven by the conflict with Iran push Washington to hunt for new sources of crude to steady global markets. »»»
Russian oil tankers close in on Cuba after island's worst blackout in decades
Russia has sent two ships carrying crude oil and gas to Cuba as the Caribbean island endures its worst energy crisis in living memory, with a 29-hour nationwide blackout laying bare the depth of a fuel emergency that Washington's sweeping oil embargo has brought to the brink of humanitarian ca»»»
Venezuela's Rodríguez replaces long-serving defence minister in cabinet shake-up
Venezuelan acting president Delcy Rodríguez has appointed General-in-Chief Gustavo González López as minister of defence, removing Vladimir Padrino López from the post he had held for over a decade in the most significant cabinet reshuffle since Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces in January. »»»
Chile's border wall targets a problem already in decline
José Antonio Kast's fortified frontier project combines trenches, electrified fencing and military deployment, but unauthorised crossings had already fallen by more than half before he took office. Five days after taking o»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Russian oil tankers close in on Cuba after island's worst blackout in decades
Russia has sent two ships carrying crude oil and gas to Cuba as the Caribbean island endures its worst energy crisis in living memory, with a 29-hour nationwide blackout laying bare the depth of a fuel emergency that Washington's sweeping oil embargo has brought to the brink of humanitarian ca»»»
US eases Venezuela oil sanctions as Iran war drives crude prices higher
The Trump administration has issued a sweeping new sanctions licence allowing US companies to trade directly with Venezuela's state oil company, as surging crude prices driven by the conflict with Iran push Washington to hunt for new sources of crude to steady global markets. »»»
Russian oil tankers close in on Cuba after island's worst blackout in decades
Russia has sent two ships carrying crude oil and gas to Cuba as the Caribbean island endures its worst energy crisis in living memory, with a 29-hour nationwide blackout laying bare the depth of a fuel emergency that Washington's sweeping oil embargo has brought to the brink of humanitarian ca»»»
Turkey emerges as revived route for Iraqi oil amid Hormuz crisis
Iraq is set to relaunch a long-idle pipeline that will allow it to resume oil shipments to global markets via Turkey to counter export blockages caused by impacts of the Iran conflict. Iraqi oil minister Hayyan Abdul »»»
Turkey emerges as revived route for Iraqi oil amid Hormuz crisis
Iraq is set to relaunch a long-idle pipeline that will allow it to resume oil shipments to global markets via Turkey to counter export blockages caused by impacts of the Iran conflict. Iraqi oil minister Hayyan Abdul »»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Iran Bushehr nuclear plant missile strike risk raises fears of Gulf-wide water crisis
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) officially confirmed that the Bushehr nuclear power plant (NPP) was included as a possible Israeli target, according to authorities in Tehran, threatening an environmental and humanitarian catastrophe if the power plant is hit by a missile. »»»
Iran's Supreme Leader issues first public statement since appointment
Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei issued a condolence message on March 18 mourning the death of Ali Larijani, his son and several colleagues, in what appears to be his first publicly attributed statement since taking office, IRGC-linked Tasnim reported. »»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»
Hormuz tensions raise inflation and energy security risks for Africa, says senior investment analyst
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified in recent days with Iran warning that oil prices could reach $200 a barrel as attacks on commercial vessels linked to the US, Israel, or their allies continue. Global oil p»»»