According to the annual CEE M&A report by Forvis Mazars, developed in association with Mergermarket, M&A activity in the CEE region did relatively well in 2025 in terms of overall disclosed deal value, though a decline in transaction volume points to significant geopolitical headwinds and challengi»»»

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first serving world leader to cross 100 million followers on Instagram, setting a new global benchmark for political leadership in the digital age. The milestone marks more than just a social media achievement. It reflects a decade-long strategy o»»»

Four businesspeople linked to sanctioned spyware maker Intellexa were found guilty of violating the confidentiality of telephone communications in a major case involving the illegal wiretapping of politicians, journalists, business leaders and senior military officials that was revealed in 2022. Th»»»

MOSCOW, Feb 26 (KUNA) -- Head of Russia's delegation for talks on Ukraine Vladimir Medinsky announced Thursday that Moscow handed over the remains of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers to Kyiv.In return, Russia received the remains of 35 of its servicemen under previously agreed humanitarian understandings b»»»

Iran and the United States met on Thursday in Geneva for nuclear negotiations viewed as a last chance for diplomacy. US President Donald Trump wants a deal to constrain Iran’s nuclear program, and he sees an opportunity while the country is struggling at home with growing dissent following nationwi»»»

The Syrian government and Druze factions controlling the southern city of Sweida on Thursday carried out ‌their first ‌prisoner exchange ‌since ⁠deadly clashes in the ⁠predominantly Druze city last summer, according to the Syrian ⁠government's Sweida media office. The ‌swap ‌involved Damascus ‌rele»»»

In this photo released Thursday, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (2-L) shakes hands while his daughter Kim Ju Ae (L) looks on during a military parade in Pyongyang. The event marked the conclusion of the week-long Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea. Photo by KCNA/EPA SEOUL, Feb. 26 (UPI)»»»

Geneva, Feb. 26 (SANA) Syria told the United Nations Human Rights Council on Wednesday that its commitment to human rights is a “genuine national obligation” shaped by decades of hardship, pledging to strengthen institutions and prevent a return to past abuses. Addressing the Council during its hig»»»

Gold prices in both domestic and international markets have undergone a period of marked instability over the last few days, spurred by rapid economic and political developments. Just two days ago, global spot prices surged to US$5,225 per ounce before retreating to $5,182. Locally, Egypt followed »»»

Tokyo: A 22-meter robot arm will help remove a third sample of radioactive debris from inside Japan's stricken Fukushima nuclear plant, its operator said Thursday, as it unveiled the snake-like device. Dangerously high radiation levels make removing melted fuel and other debris from the plant hit b»»»

Planning permission has been granted for apartments on the site of a former Irish mother and baby home. Cork City Council has provided conditional permission to developer Estuary View Enterprises for the 140 apartment units at Bessborough in Ballinure, Blackrock. Ex-residents and campaigners have l»»»

Also In This Package Iran-US talks begin in Oman: What’s at stake? Iran-US talks in Geneva advance on 'guiding principles' Iran draws red line on enrichment; shrugs off US threat Iran open to compromise in US nuclear talks: Report Iranian negotiators have reportedly travelled to Geneva on Thursday »»»

Greece’s deputy transport minister claimed Thursday that unknown individuals have “sabotaged” a section of the country’s main railway, allegedly in a bid to cause a new deadly accident ahead of the third anniversary of the Tempe rail disaster that killed 57 people. Konstantinos Kyranakis said the c»»»

There Is Such a People (TISP) are calling for the removal of caretaker Agriculture and Food Minister Ivan Hristanov over recruitments he has made. Deputy floor leader Stanislav Balabanov read out a declaration with their demands in Parliament, accusing Hristanov of conflicts of interest, political »»»

Also In This Package Iran draws red line on enrichment; shrugs off US threat Iran open to compromise in US nuclear talks: Report Iran-US talks begin in Oman: What’s at stake? Iran-US talks in Geneva advance on 'guiding principles' Iranian negotiators have reportedly travelled to Geneva on Thursday »»»

Tunis, Feb 26 (TAP) - The IRRIGATECH 2026 exhibition, a key event for the agricultural sector, will be held on April 15-18, 2026 in Jendouba.The exhibition aims to bring together all stakeholders in the sector, notably farmers, suppliers, investors...»»»

In a move seen as breaking Israel’s relative international isolation amid its ongoing war in Gaza, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed 16 agreements with Israel during a two-day visit to the country. Modi arrived in Israel on Wednesday for talks aimed at strengthening ties in trade and defen»»»

Tourists in Barcelona could be taxed as much as 15 euros ($17.70) a night after the city raised its tourism fee to one of the highest in Europe on Wednesday as part of efforts to curb visitor numbers and help finance affordable housing. Authorities in Catalonia have faced increasingly vocal protest»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A terrorist attack against a high-ranking military officer of the Russian Defense Ministry was prevented in St. Petersburg, and two Russians who acted in the interests of the special services of Ukraine were detained, Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) told Sputnik. "The Rus»»»

Dubai: Emirates SkyCargo is strengthening its commitment to India with the launch of two new weekly freighter services, one to Mumbai and another to Ahmedabad, building on over four decades of operations in the country. The move aims to support India’s growing trade and connect businesses with supp»»»

Dubai: An Indian expat who won the first Dh5 million prize in the UAE Lottery has revealed his profession and his dreams post the windfall that he is going to share with a friend. In an exclusive interview, Murugananth Govinthan, 43, told Gulf News he has no intention of quitting his job and his fi»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) has forecast moderate daytime temperatures for today, February 26, 2026, with slight dust blowing in some places across the country and cold conditions at night. On Friday, weather conditions will be hazy at first in some places, with mild tempera»»»

In 2026, more than 20,000 apartments are expected to be handed over to citizens in Kyrgyzstan under Menin Uyum program, implemented by presidential decree. Kylchbek Keldibekov, head of the Sales Department at the State Mortgage Company of Kyrgyzstan, announced on the air of Birinchi Radio. Accordin»»»

Dubai: An Indian expat who won the first Dh5 million prize in the UAE Lottery has revealed his profession and his dreams post the windfall that he is going to share with a friend. In an exclusive interview, Murugananth Govinthan, 43, told Gulf News he has no intention of quitting his job and his fi»»»

Ahead of Thursday’s meeting of the Plenum of the Supreme Judicial Council, caretaker Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov said that the case of Bulgarian European Prosecutor Teodora Georgieva, who was found guilty of serious misconduct by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO), represents yet a»»»

Tunis, Feb 26 (TAP) - A delegation of Tunisian companies will take part in the World’s Leading Trade Fair for the Manufacturing Industry 4.0, Hannover Messe, set for April 20-24, 2026 in Germany.The participation is part of the national initiative...»»»

Saudi Arabia recorded its highest quarterly level of non-oil exports since 2017 in the fourth quarter of 2025, highlighting a significant structural shift in the Kingdom’s trade dynamics. Data from the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) showed that the merchandise trade surplus rose 26.3 per»»»

Damascus, Feb. 26 (SANA) Syria’s finance minister and central bank governor welcomed a statement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) praising what it described as the government’s commitment to prudent economic policies, saying the assessment could support the country’s gradual reintegration»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia has transferred the bodies of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers to Ukraine, and received the bodies of 35 Russian soldiers, Russian presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky said on Thursday. "The bodies of 1,000 dead Ukrainian soldiers have been transferred to Ukraine. The bodies of 35 »»»

Doha, Qatar: The price of gold in the Qatari market rose by 1.64 percent during the current week, reaching $5,189.0096 per ounce, according to data issued by Qatar National Bank (QNB). The data showed that the price of gold climbed from $5105.2 per ounce recorded last Sunday. It indicated that othe»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar University has urged the public to verify information sources and avoid engaging with unverified links or advertisements. This is to safeguard the accuracy of information and protect personal data. The university in a statement noted that the university’s official website and dig»»»

Iran and the United States are talking in Geneva for a third time on Thursday as President Donald Trump seeks to delay Tehran's nuclear program while threatening it by deploying a massive number of aircraft and warships to the Middle East. U.S. special Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff, a billionaire rea»»»

Dubai: Aster Volunteers will distribute 150,000 Iftar kits to motorists and vulnerable workers across the UAE during Ramadan as part of its annual “Joy of Giving” programme, held in collaboration with Dubai Police. Now in its seventh year, the initiative will see more than 100 volunteers stationed »»»

Dubai: Indian travellers dreaming of a visa-free holiday in Jeju Island should think twice or at least prepare far more carefully after a high-profile detention case sparked an official response from the Embassy of India in Seoul, South Korea. The incident that started it allTravel vlogger Sachin A»»»

On February 25, the College of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) found the Bulgarian European Prosecutor, Teodora Georgieva, guilty of serious misconduct, as detailed in the opinion of the Disciplinary Board, composed of high-ranking officials, or former officials, of the European inst»»»

Gold prices edged up on Thursday as uncertainty over US tariff policy boosted the metal's safe-haven appeal, while investors awaited further details on US-Iran talks later in the day. Spot gold was up 0.4% at $5,190.01 per ounce, as of 0816 GMT. Bullion had hit a more-than-three-week high on Tuesda»»»

Students traveling to the United States on F or M visas are not subject to the visa bond requirement, the U.S. Embassy in Kyrgyzstan reported. According to the Embassy, the visa bond is required only for applicants applying for business or tourist visas (B1/B2). Since January 21, 2026, citizens of »»»

A man facing an outstanding 28-year prison sentence for migration law offences has been arrested on the outskirts of Thessaloniki, police said Thursday. The 68-year-old had also been fined €180,000 by the court in the northeastern region of Thrace that convicted him, according to a police statement»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran's leadership has no plans to obtain nuclear weapons, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Thursday, commenting on the US's remark on the absence of the relevant promise. In his State of the Union address to Congress, US President Donald Trump said that he prefers dipl»»»

Five projects to modernize natural gas metering stations - Negru Voda 1, Negru Voda 2, Negru Voda 3, Isaccea 2, Isaccea 3 - were declared by the Government, in Thursday's meeting, as projects of national importance."By approving five Decisions, the Government declared the following projects in the »»»

Hidroelectrica signed on Thursday the contract for the turnkey implementation of the "Hategului Land Photovoltaic Park" project, a new strategic step towards diversifying the production portfolio and consolidating the company's position on the renewable energy market, the company informed in a pres»»»

Romania charges one of the highest tariffs in Europe for fast charging electric cars, namely EUR 0.43/kWh, the same level as Austria and almost double that of Spain or Croatia, although the wholesale electricity price is not the highest in the EU, according to an analysis by Dumitru Chisalita, pres»»»

The Ministry of Finance published the results of the process of labeling budgetary and fiscal expenditures for 2025, a technical step that ensures the fulfillment of Milestone 123 of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) - "Green budgeting within Component 6 - Energy," according to a sta»»»

Issuing electronic energy vouchers for vulnerable consumers in Romania has been extended throughout December 31, 2026, and so far payments of nearly RON 197.6 million have been made for an average number of over 714,000 eligible beneficiaries, according to a press statement from the National Agency»»»

In 2023, the carbon footprint of greenhouse gas emissions from goods and services consumed in the EU amounted to 9 tons of carbon equivalent (CO2) per capita, which is a decrease of approximately one ton compared to 2022 (10 tons), according to Eurostat data. The indicator takes into account emissi»»»

Lukoil's wthdrawal from Trident offshore project in the Black Sea represents more than a corporate decision, being an x-ray of strategic vulnerabilities and delays accumulated in the Romanian energy sector, says Dumitru Chisalita, the president of Intelligent Energy Association (IEA). According to »»»

Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan Jeenbek Kulubaev participated in a joint meeting of Central Asian Foreign Ministers with the Speaker of the UK House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Harvey Hoyle, in London. The talks took place at the Westminster Palace with the participation of members of the All-Party Parl»»»

Citizens are protesting in front of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) on Thursday, demanding the resignation of acting Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov. There is a heightened police presence in the area. The protest was organized by the BOEC civic association. A controversy has emerged regardin»»»

Tunis, Feb 26 (TAP) - The weather on Thursday is locally very misty in the morning near eastern coasts, then clear to partly cloudy over most regions.The wind will blow east light to moderate, and the sea is slightly choppy.Highs are ranging between...»»»

Doha, Qatar: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the challenge facing companies is no longer limited to finding technical talent. The real challenge lies in managing technical projects within a clear, structured framework that ensures quality, commitment, and risk reduction. As organisat»»»