TISP Floor Leader Says Regular Government Ensured Stability, Criticizes Caretaker Cabinet
Addressing Parliament Thursday in a declaration on behalf of There Is Such a People (TISP), Floor Leader Toshko Yordanov said that during regular governance, there was stability and normal development, despite any shortcomings. He argued that the regular government was brought down not for failing »»»
Japan PM to hold 'difficult' talks with Trump as Iran conflict looms large
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is on her way to what she expects will be a "very difficult" meeting with US leader Donald Trump, days after his calls for allies to help secure the war-stricken Strait of Hormuz went largely unanswered. Takaichi told parliament hours before her departure that »»»
Business - US seeks to curb soaring petrol prices
The Trump administration is taking steps to curb rising energy costs, as it continues to wage war in the Middle East. The US is easing sanctions on Venezuela, and suspending a century-old shipping law, in an effort to get more oil supplies into the global market. Meanwhile, oil prices continue to r»»»
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb adds his voice to EU calls for Russian reengagement
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb has added his voice to the growing number of calls from EU members to reengage with Russia. An ardent Ukraine-supported, he said the EU may soon need to reopen political dialogue with »»»
Israeli officials expressed surprise last week over Hezbollah’s capabilities: Hebrew media - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Vucic, Orban discuss possibilities to overcome energy sector crisis
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic spoke with Hungarian PM Viktor Orban by phone on Thursday to assess all possibilities for Serbia and Hungary to jointly overcome the crisis in various fields of the energy sector. "An important discussion with Hungarian PM Viktor Orban. Today is one of »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
How much damage has Iran done to Gulf oil and gas production?
Iran struck back, targeting major oil and gas production facilities in the Gulf, after Israel attacked Iran’s Asaluyeh gas processing facility in Bushehr province, part of the South Pars gas fields on March 18. In a joint »»»
Media Review: March 19
POLITICS According to an analysis in mediapool.bg, which has perused relevant public documents, it is highly unlikely that Bulgaria's Constitutional Court will be able to determine explicitly whether a Judicial System Act amendment that limited the term in office of an acting prosecutor general to »»»
The Middle East conflict is reshaping the landscape of global economic risks
The length of the blockade remains the decisive factor The duration of the disruption to traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains the decisive factor in assessing the economic impact. Allianz Trade analysts estimate that a disruption of up to two months in traffic through the Strait of Hormuz—w»»»
Bulgaria’s Balkan Stream Earns 286 Million Euros Profit in 2025, Says Energy Minister
The "Balkan Stream" gas pipeline generated a profit of 560 million leva, or 286 million euros, in 2025, Energy Minister Traycho Traykov announced. Reported total revenues for the year reached 570 million leva, equivalent to 291 million euros. Minister Traykov explained that the revenue stems from t»»»
Finnish president suggests he’ll back Trump’s Iran war in exchange for Ukraine aid
Despite generic calls for dialogue and restraint, some EU leaders are looking for opportunities to involve themselves in the US-Israeli war on Iran. Finland’s Alexander Stubb has emerged as the leader of a small, pro-war bloc in Europe. The EU’s position on the war thus far has been one of detachme»»»
Wienerberger announces a new phase of development in Romania
In light of these changes, Răzvan Boșomoiu, General Manager of wienerberger Romania, has decided to pursue new professional challenges outside the Group. Until a new successor is appointed, operations in Romania will be coordinated directly by Tin Ban, Regional COO, who is expanding his responsibil»»»
10% of Voters Have Brought Down Present Parliament, MRF-New Beginning Declares
Addressing Bulgaria's Parliament Thursday in a declaration on behalf of MRF-New Beginning, occasioned by the end of the legislature's life, Deputy Floor Leader Jordan Tzonev said that the 51st National Assembly is ending its term at the will of less than 10% of Bulgarian voters who took part in pro»»»
Senate Republicans block Democrat's war powers resolution - UPI.com
Senate Republicans on Wednesday night blocked a war powers resolution to rein in President Donald Trump's ability to make war without Congressional approval. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo March 19 (UPI) -- Senate Republicans have blocked a Democrat-led effort to curb President Donal»»»
Trump threatens to strike world's largest gas field if Iran attacks Qatar again
U.S. President Donald Trump pledged the U.S. would "massively blow up the entirety" of the world's largest gas field if Iran attacks Qatar again. Trump made his threat on social media Wednesday night against Iran's South Pars natural gas field after Iranian missiles hit Qatar. The Iranian attack wa»»»
Bonapp and Carrefour partner up to tackle food waste in Romania
Bonapp, Romania’s leading food-saving app, has announced a strategic partnership with Carrefour Romania, one of the country’s largest food retailers, with a network of over 470 stores. The partnership launches across 15 Carrefour stores in Bucharest, marking the beginning of a long-term collaborati»»»
Bulgaria Supports All Positions that Would Boost EU's strength, Says Caretaker PM Gurov
Caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gurov told reporters in Brussels on Thursday that Bulgaria needs to be moving full steam ahead in Europe, as the country supports all positions that would make the EU stronger. The Prime Minister is in Brussels to attend a meeting of the European Council, the Council»»»
Hungary to Not Support Any EU Decision in Favor of Ukraine Until It Unblocks Oil - Orban
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Hungary will not support any decision of the EU summit in favor of Ukraine until it unblocks oil, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Thursday. "We would like to get the oil, which is our, from the Ukrainians, which is now blocked by the Ukrainians, I did not support an»»»
Foundever opens new office in Bucharest, plans to grow team to 140 this year
Foundever®, a service provider focused on improving customer experience (CX), has announced the opening of a new office in Bucharest, marking a new stage in the company’s development in Romania and across Central and Eastern Europe. The company plans to grow its local team to over 140 employees thi»»»
Hezbollah targets south Israel in deepest strike to date
Air raid sirens rang out late Wednesday across Israel from the north to the south following what Israeli media said was one or more missile launches from Lebanon. The Israeli military did not immediately comment on a report from the N12 television channel that a missile fired from Lebanon had been »»»
Super-sub Younis fires brace as Al Ahli shock Al Gharafa
Doha, Qatar: Substitute Younis Abdelrahman scored a brace as Al Ahli stunned title contenders Al Gharafa 4-1, giving their battle to avoid relegation a major boost in the Qatar Stars League (QSL) yesterday. The comeback victory lifted the Younes Ali-coached side to 10th place with 19 points, one ah»»»
Peslier steers Anika to Al Jumail Cup triumph in Al Rayyan
Doha, Qatar: Wathnan Racing's Anika continued her remarkable rise with a dominant victory in the 1400m Local Purebred Arabian Graduation for Fillies & Mares, capturing the Al Jumail Cup in style at Al Rayyan Racecourse on Tuesday night. The four-year-old grey, trained by Alban de Mieulle and ridden»»»
How the Iran war has left Europe facing yet another energy crisis
The knock-on effects of the conflict now whipping through the Middle East are awakening ghosts of crises past that shook the European Union. Seven months into Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, launched in February 2022, the President of the European Commission stood at her podium in the Europ»»»
EU Pitched for Türkiye to Join Its Payments System, Envoy Says
The European Union pitched to Türkiye last month the idea that the candidate for bloc membership could join a cost-cutting payments system to boost integration efforts and benefit those sending money abroad, the EU envoy to Ankara told Reuters. Jurgis Vilcinskas, the bloc's chargé d’affaires in Tür»»»
Pakistan, Afghanistan agreed to Eid cease-fire - UPI.com
People attend the funeral of the victims of Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Thursday, when the two countries agreed to a Eid cease-fire. Afghan authorities said that Pakistani strikes targeted a drug addiction treatment facility in Kabul, killing dozens of people. Photo by Samiullah »»»
Polish housing consolidates
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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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
Iran did not try to rebuild enrichment after June 2025 attack, US intel chief says
Iran made no effort to rebuild uranium enrichment after its capabilities were destroyed in a June 2025 US-Israeli attack, US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard testified Wednesday, contradicting President Donald Trump's justifications for his ongoing war. FRANCE 24's Fraser Jackson reports from Washi»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
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»»»
RAGOZIN: EU’s Conflict of Conflicts
In the morning on March 17, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, was still entertaining the idea of helping the US to unblock the strait of Hormuz. An initial cheerleader for Donald Trump’s war in Iran, she was desp»»»
RAGOZIN: EU’s Conflict of Conflicts
In the morning on March 17, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, was still entertaining the idea of helping the US to unblock the strait of Hormuz. An initial cheerleader for Donald Trump’s war in Iran, she was desp»»»
RAGOZIN: EU’s Conflict of Conflicts
In the morning on March 17, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, was still entertaining the idea of helping the US to unblock the strait of Hormuz. An initial cheerleader for Donald Trump’s war in Iran, she was desp»»»