World & Politics
Japan’s Prime Minister sets to increase GDP to $6.9 trillion by 2040
According to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Japan's GDP is projected to rise to 1,100 trillion yen ($6.9 trillion) by the fiscal year starting in April 2040, as stated by…
Published on July 2, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Pezeshkian states his readiness to implement the agreements if the US does so
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian mentioned that Tehran will fulfill its commitments under the agreement with the US if the American side also complies.
Published on June 30, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Oman warns Europe of possible Strait of Hormuz toll
Authorities in Oman have informed their European partners that it is improbable they will revert transit regulations for vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz to the circumstances that existed prior…
Published on June 29, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Death toll from Venezuelan earthquakes exceeds 230
The number of fatalities from the earthquakes in Venezuela keeps increasing, as reported by Health Minister Carlos Alvarado.
Published on June 26, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
De la Espriella wins Colombian presidential election
In the second round of the Colombian presidential election, held on Sunday, lawyer and supporter of the US President Abelardo de la Espriella narrowly defeated the representative of the coalition…
Published on June 22, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
European NATO countries and Canada increase defense investment by nearly 20% in a year
Numerous NATO nations are already showing that they are meeting their pledges from the Hague summit to allocate 5% of GDP to defense by 2035. At a press conference during…
Published on June 18, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Iran begins exporting crude oil after the US blockade lifted
Iranian tankers have started to export crude oil for the first time in two months following a framework agreement announced by Washington and Tehran, which involves lifting the US blockade…
Published on June 17, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
UK, France, Germany, Italy ready to lift sanctions against Iran
The leaders of the UK, France, Germany, and Italy declared their willingness to remove sanctions on Iran in return for compromises regarding its nuclear program.
Published on June 15, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Politico reports on the 24-hour turmoil leading up to Anthropic’s AI model restrictions
According to Politico, citing sources within the administration and the White House, the Trump administration's choice to enforce extensive export restrictions on Anthropic came after a tense 24-hour attempt to…
Published on June 15, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
The US military declares the end of strikes on Iran
The US Central Command in the Middle East (CENTCOM) declared that it had carried out strikes on targets in Iran following directives from the president.
Published on June 11, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Trump approves $700 million to revive US coal industry
US President Donald Trump declared that federal funds amounting to $700 million will be allocated to support the revival of the coal industry.
Published on June 5, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
FT: US discusses expanding nuclear weapons deployment in Europe
According to the Financial Times, citing three sources, the United States is contemplating the potential increase of its nuclear weapons presence in Europe.
Published on June 3, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Tasnim: Iran decides to suspend talks with the US due to strikes on Lebanon
According to Tasnim's sources, the Iranian negotiation team is halting discussions and communications with the US because of Israeli activities in Lebanon.
Published on June 2, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
France requests emergency UN Security Council meeting due to Israel’s advance in Lebanese territory
France is calling for an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council following the Israeli army's takeover of the medieval Beaufort fortress in Lebanon, where its flag now waves, French…
Published on June 1, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
UN is at risk of bankruptcy due to non-payment from the US and China
The United Nations is nearing financial collapse as the United States and China delay contributions in a struggle for dominance over the entity, as reported by The Wall Street Journal…
Published on June 1, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
EU member states will soon decide on accession negotiations with Ukraine
The European Commission (EC) is confident that Ukraine and Moldova have carried out the necessary reforms mandated by the EU to progress and determine the start of accession talks, according…
Published on May 29, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
WHO reports over 900 suspected cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The count of potential Ebola virus infection cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has surpassed 900, as stated by World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
Published on May 25, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
FT: Xi Jinping raised tone during Japan discussion with Trump
In a meeting with Donald Trump in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping strongly condemned Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for her country's remilitarization, reported the Financial Times (FT), referencing sources.
Published on May 25, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
UAE: New oil pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz is almost 50% complete
Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), stated that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has finished nearly 50% of building a new oil pipeline…
Published on May 22, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Afghanistan legalizes marriage for girls as young as nine
Afghan officials have permitted marriage for girls starting at the age of nine. The Times reported this, referencing a document named "Principles of Separation of Spouses."
Published on May 22, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
China to accelerate construction of strategic mineral reserve facilities
China is speeding up the development of strategic mineral reserve facilities, according to Xinhua, which references new regulations set to be implemented on June 15.
Published on May 21, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Number of job openings in the UK falls to five-year low
Between February and April, the average number of job vacancies in the UK decreased to 705,000, the lowest level since 2021, as reported by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Published on May 20, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
US extends its authorization to purchase Russian oil
The US Treasury has chosen to prolong the sanctions relief for oil transactions originating from Russia, as reported by Reuters, referencing a source. The source states that the department will…
Published on May 19, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
WHO: Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda is Public Health Emergency of International Concern
The World Health Organization (WHO) said that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda is a public health emergency of international concern, as stated by…
Published on May 18, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Venezuela starts restructuring public debt not serviced since 2017
The government of Venezuela has initiated a "thorough and organized effort" to reorganize its sovereign debt and that of its state-owned oil firms, as per a release from the Ministry…
Published on May 15, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Russia and India may sign rare earth metals deal
Russia and India are negotiating collaboration on the joint exploration and processing of rare earth metals (REMs).
Published on May 13, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
12 healthcare workers in the Netherlands quarantined due to errors in handling hantavirus
According to Dutch media, six-week quarantine has been imposed on twelve employees of the Radboud Medical Center in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, for breaching protocols while treating a patient infected with…
Published on May 12, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
One of French evacuees from MV Hondius tested positive for hantavirus
Five citizens of France were flown home after the cruise ship MV Hondius reached the Canary Islands.
Published on May 11, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Iran introduces new rules for passage through the Strait of Hormuz
Vessels will need to present Iran with their complete specifications and histories to cross the Strait of Hormuz, CNN writes, referencing a document prepared by Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority…
Published on May 8, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Axios: USA is discussing resuming military action against Iran
According to several American and Israeli officials speaking to Axios, US President Donald Trump may authorize renewed military action against Iran as early as this week should diplomatic negotiations remain…
Published on May 6, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Shooting occurs near the White House, a bystander injured
Officers from the US Secret Service fired at a shooter near the White House, a bystander was wounded, according to ABC News.
Published on May 5, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Trump orders to withdraw 5,000 American troops from Germany
Donald Trump has issued an order to redeploy 5,000 American service members out of Germany, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal citing official statements.
Published on May 4, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Reuters: Power in Iran transfers to the IRGC
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is consolidating power amid the war in Iran, diminishing the influence of the supreme leader, who has served as the central figure in the…
Published on April 30, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Terms of € 90 billion loan to Ukraine will be tightened
The European Union is considering the possibility of tightening the conditions for granting a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, with part of the disbursements potentially contingent on the introduction of…
Published on April 30, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Afghanistan faces shortage of over 25,000 specialists due to restrictions on women
According to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), restrictions on girls' education and the employment of women in Afghanistan could result in a serious lack of workers in the areas…
Published on April 29, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
WP: Security level at Trump reception in Washington was reduced
The U.S. administration did not implement complete federal security protocols during the White House Correspondents' Association event held at the Washington Hilton Hotel, which was followed by a shooting on…
Published on April 27, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
FT: EU countries’ fiscal firepower is depleted after a series of crises
According to the Financial Times (FT), EU member states possess minimal fiscal capacity remaining to alleviate the effects of ongoing issues following a series of crises that the union's economy…
Published on April 24, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Prices for passage through the Panama Canal amid the Iran war hit record high
According to the Financial Times (FT), tolls for transit through the Panama Canal have surged to an all-time high of five times due to the Iran war.
Published on April 24, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
EU approves €90 billion loan to Ukraine, new package of sanctions against Russia
On Wednesday, April 22, EU ambassadors provided initial approval for a €90 billion loan to Kyiv following Hungary's decision to lift its veto, concluding months of discussion regarding the loan,…
Published on April 23, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Reuters: Russia wants to stop oil shipments from Kazakhstan to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline
According to three industry sources cited by Reuters, Russia intends to halt oil deliveries from Kazakhstan to Germany through the Druzhba pipeline starting on May 1 of this year. As…
Published on April 22, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Trump’s Peace Council holds talks with Dubai-based DP World on Gaza reconstruction
Delegates from the Peace Council, formed at the request of US President Donald Trump, engaged in discussions with DP World, a company controlled by the Dubai government, regarding the rebuilding…
Published on April 22, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
IRIB: Iran has no plans to participate in talks with the US yet
Iran currently has no intention of engaging in new discussions with the US, according to the Iranian state-owned radio and television media (IRIB), as reported by sources.
Published on April 20, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Flight attendant strike in Germany results in cancellation of over 500 flights
Approximately 20,000 Lufthansa cabin crew members have struck throughout Germany, resulting in more than 500 flight cancellations.
Published on April 10, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Xi Jinping declares unification inevitable at a meeting with Taiwan’s opposition party leader
Chinese President Xi Jinping met on Friday in Beijing with Cheng Li-wun, the leader of Taiwan's opposition Kuomintang party.
Published on April 10, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Macron hopes the ceasefire in the Middle East will be respected
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the two-week ceasefire agreement between Tehran and Washington should be expanded to cover all areas affected by conflict, including Lebanon. He hopes it will…
Published on April 9, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
Politico: Vance will join Iran talks if direct contacts are made
US Vice President J.D. Vance is prepared to participate in direct discussions with Iranian representatives if informal channels result in a top-level meeting, according to Politico, referencing a source knowledgeable…
Published on April 7, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
European Commission calls on EU countries to coordinate their actions amid the energy crisis
European Commissioner for Energy, Dan Jorgensen, urged EU member states to get ready for a possible long-lasting energy crisis and to work together in a coordinated manner.
Published on April 1, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
South Korea approves $17 billion in stimulus to mitigate impact of Iran conflict
South Korea has unveiled a stimulus package worth 26.2 trillion won, which is approximately $17.3 billion, aimed at reducing the economic effects of the conflict in the Middle East, according…
Published on April 1, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
G7 ministers ready to work to ensure energy market stability
The finance ministers of the G7 declared in a statement that they are prepared to implement all required measures to maintain stability in the energy market, reports The Guardian.
Published on March 31, 2026
By Iris Barker
World & Politics
European Commission will present tax measures to mitigate rising energy prices
Valdis Dombrovskis, the Commissioner for Economic Affairs, stated that the European Commission, acting on behalf of the European Council, is working on specific temporary measures aimed at dealing with the…
Published on March 30, 2026
By Iris Barker