US says China used ‘intimidation’ to block Taiwan leader’s Africa trip
WASHINGTON: The United States slammed China’s “intimidation campaign” on Wednesday after several African countries were reportedly pressured by Beijing to derail an official trip by Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te by revoking overflight permits. Taiwan announced Tuesday that Lai was postponing his »»»
Half of Argentina's children still poor as austerity bites
More than half of children and adolescents in Argentina were living in poverty in 2025, with nearly a third going without adequate food, according to a report by the Catholic University of Argentina (UCA), underscoring the uneven social impact of President Javier Milei's austerity-driven economic o»»»
Military use of Caspian Sea is intolerable, says Kazakhstan’s leader
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on April 22 called on countries to refrain from using the Caspian Sea for military purposes. Tokayev did not name any particular countries in his appeal, though since Russia lau»»»
Military use of Caspian Sea is intolerable, says Kazakhstan’s leader
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on April 22 called on countries to refrain from using the Caspian Sea for military purposes. Tokayev did not name any particular countries in his appeal, though since Russia lau»»»
Military use of Caspian Sea is intolerable, says Kazakhstan’s leader
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on April 22 called on countries to refrain from using the Caspian Sea for military purposes. Tokayev did not name any particular countries in his appeal, though since Russia lau»»»
Military use of Caspian Sea is intolerable, says Kazakhstan’s leader
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on April 22 called on countries to refrain from using the Caspian Sea for military purposes. Tokayev did not name any particular countries in his appeal, though since Russia lau»»»
Military use of Caspian Sea is intolerable, says Kazakhstan’s leader
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on April 22 called on countries to refrain from using the Caspian Sea for military purposes. Tokayev did not name any particular countries in his appeal, though since Russia lau»»»
EU unlocks €90bn Ukraine loan and toughest Russia sanctions yet — with a crucial caveat
The European Union voted on April 22 to simultaneously unlock its long-delayed €90bn EU loan for Ukraine and adopt the stalled twentieth sanctions package against Russia, in a diplomatic double act that had been blocked for months by Hungary and Slovakia — both of which finally »»»
EU unlocks €90bn Ukraine loan and toughest Russia sanctions yet — with a crucial caveat
The European Union voted on April 22 to simultaneously unlock its long-delayed €90bn EU loan for Ukraine and adopt the stalled twentieth sanctions package against Russia, in a diplomatic double act that had been blocked for months by Hungary and Slovakia — both of which finally »»»
Military use of Caspian Sea is intolerable, says Kazakhstan’s leader
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on April 22 called on countries to refrain from using the Caspian Sea for military purposes. Tokayev did not name any particular countries in his appeal, though since Russia lau»»»
Drones only with permission: Kyrgyzstan introduces strict flight rules - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan has put new aviation regulations, KRAE-2. Flight Rules, up for public discussion. These regulations significantly tighten requirements for airspace use, especially for drones. The document was developed in accordance with International Civil Aviation Organization standards and proposes a»»»
Military use of Caspian Sea is intolerable, says Kazakhstan’s leader
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on April 22 called on countries to refrain from using the Caspian Sea for military purposes. Tokayev did not name any particular countries in his appeal, though since Russia lau»»»
Saudi non-oil exports climb 15% in February to $8.27bn: GASTAT
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s non-oil exports, including re-exports, reached SR31.03 billion ($8.27 billion) in February, marking a 15.1 percent increase compared to the same month in 2025, official data showed. Preliminary figures released by the General Authority for Statistics showed that the UAE remai»»»
US says China used 'intimidation' to block Taiwan leader's Africa trip
Washington, United States: The United States slammed China's "intimidation campaign" on Wednesday after several African countries were reportedly pressured by Beijing to derail an official trip by Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te by revoking overflight permits. Taiwan announced Tuesday that Lai was »»»
Zelensky to join European leaders in Cyprus as EU unblocks €90bn Ukraine loan
President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to meet with EU leaders Thursday in Cyprus as the bloc prepares to approve a €90 billion loan for Ukraine, ending a prolonged deadlock. Hungary premier Viktor Orban had vetoed the funds until Kyiv repaired a pipeline hit by a Russian strike – work»»»
Could Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?
TradeGlobal issuesCould Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?Nik MartinAs the Iran war simmers, trade experts ask whether it could reshape supply chains more deeply than COVID-19, forcing companies to rethink strategies to counter further geopolitical shocks. https://p.dw.com/p/5CGIgThe »»»
Why ICC still has jurisdiction over Duterte despite Philippines’ exit
Dubai: The Appeals Chamber of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has confirmed that it retains jurisdiction in the case against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte, despite the country’s withdrawal from the court’s founding treaty. In its ruling on April 22, the chamber has rejected in »»»
At least 10 killed in Pakistan mining project attack
Quetta, Pakistan: A group of militants killed at least 10 people at a copper and gold mining project in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province, officials said on Thursday, the latest violence in a region facing an armed separatist movement. About 40 militants on motorcycles and other vehicles»»»
'War Crime': Prime Minister Slams Israel for Airstrike Killing Lebanese Journalist
BEIRUT (Sputnik) -The Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon that resulted in the death of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil, along with the obstruction of rescue teams' access to the scene, constitute war crimes, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated on Thursday. “Targeting journalists and obstruc»»»
A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy
China's role as an unofficial mediator in the latest war in the Middle East is drawing attention across the world as it seeks to project the image of being a responsible global power while U.S. actions are straining its long-standing alliances. China's profile in international diplomacy has risen i»»»
How big is Dubai’s Gold Line against other driverless metros worldwide
Dubai: Dubai’s planned Gold Line will add 42km to the emirate’s metro network, taking the total length from 120km to 162km, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The expansion will also increase the number of stations from 67 to 85, marking a 35% increase in network size. Get update»»»
New group claims responsibility for arson attack on professor’s car
A previously unknown group calling itself the “Kyriakos Xymitiris Commandos” has claimed responsibility for an arson attack on the car of a professor at the National Technical University of Athens earlier this week. The attack occurred on Monday at the university campus in Zografou, targeting Profe»»»
President Aoun Extends Condolences over Martyrdom of Journalist Amal Khalil
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expressed his sorrow over the martyrdom of journalist Amal Khalil, who was martyred in an Israeli bombing that targeted the town of Al-Tiri, which also injured journalist Zeinab Faraj. In remarks cited by National News Agency on Thursday, President Aoun stated that th»»»
Residents in rural Sudan say the Iran war has made it harder to get medicines
QOZ NAFISA: It’s always been challenging for Abbas Awad to find medicines in his village outside Sudan ‘s capital. But since the war in Iran, it’s become harder. Prices have spiked and many pharmacies in the area are out of stock. The latest war in the Middle East has far-reaching effects, includin»»»
Al Rayyan target another trophy in GCCL final against Al Shabab
Doha, Qatar: Al Rayyan coach Vicente Moreno expects a tough challenge from Saudi Arabia’s Al Shabab in the Gulf Club Champions League (GCCL) final today as his side targets a second trophy in as many weeks. The Lions, who lifted the QSL Cup last week, have produced an impressive campaign in the com»»»