EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warns that Russia, China, and the US employ divide-and-rule tactics to weaken the European Union’s unity and economic strength.
The UK plans to boost defense spending by £18 billion amid political unrest, raising questions about economic sustainability and strategic priorities.
Donald Trump revealed Beijing's refusal to release Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, sentenced to 20 years for pro-democracy activism, highlighting deeper US-China tensions.
Latvia’s ruling coalition has collapsed following the defense minister’s resignation amid drone incursions, highlighting political instability and defense challenges ahead of elections.
Russia's missile and drone strikes on Kyiv cause fires, building collapses, and casualties, marking an escalation with deep economic and structural consequences for Ukraine.
Serbia holds its first joint military exercises with NATO under the Partnership for Peace program, balancing military neutrality and regional geopolitical complexities.
The UAE has secretly targeted Iran with military strikes amid escalating attacks, reshaping Gulf economic security and regional relations.
EU leaders are preparing for potential talks with Russia amid ongoing conflict, balancing diplomatic efforts with economic and geopolitical challenges.
Nicolas Sarkozy receives conditional early release after being convicted for overspending in the 2012 French presidential campaign, highlighting ongoing judicial scrutiny of political finance.
Germany will transfer a gas-fired power plant linked to Nord Stream to Ukraine, signaling a strategic shift in European energy infrastructure amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
The UK plans to join the EU's €90 billion credit program to support Ukraine, enhancing defense cooperation and economic ties amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
President Trump announces a major US troop withdrawal from Germany, risking shifts in NATO dynamics and impacting European security and economic landscapes.
The Central Bank holds the key interest rate at 14%, citing ongoing food price inflation and external economic risks despite a general decline in inflation.
The US plans limited edition passports featuring President Trump’s portrait for the 250th independence anniversary, reflecting broader shifts in national symbolism and economic implications.
Julie Davis plans to leave her post as US Chargé d’Affaires in Ukraine amid administration disagreements, reflecting broader shifts in Washington’s policy and impacting regional stability.
President Trump halts US negotiators’ travel to Pakistan for talks with Iran, citing strategic leverage, logistical challenges, and internal Iranian disarray amid ongoing ceasefire.
Viktor Orban declines his parliamentary mandate after electoral defeat, signaling a strategic shift as Hungary's new government under Peter Magyar prepares to take office.
A fake BBC report claiming a stolen Cézanne painting was found in Zelensky’s office highlights ongoing Russian-linked disinformation campaigns targeting Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump views Putin's potential participation in the 2026 G20 summit as beneficial amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and Russia's global isolation.
Uzbekistan’s light vehicle market grew 19% in March 2026, led by gains in new and used car sales, with notable regional variations and rising electric vehicle adoption.
NATO intercepted Russian strategic bombers over the Baltic Sea on April 20, highlighting rising military tensions and economic implications for regional security and defense spending.
Former President Rumen Radev’s coalition leads Bulgaria’s parliamentary elections, reflecting widespread demand for anti-corruption reforms and institutional change amid political instability.
Lithuania and Latvia deny airspace access to Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico en route to Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day events, illustrating ongoing EU-Russia tensions.
The EU's new biometric Entry/Exit System has caused multi-hour queues at airports, threatening economic disruption to travel and tourism during peak season.
The Trump administration wants GM, Ford and other manufacturers to help produce weapons, echoing WWII-era industrial mobilization.