Iran, thus, became the latest country after Syria and Venezuela to feel firsthand what partnership with Russia does, and doesn’t, mean. Since launching its full-scale war in Ukraine four years ago, the Kremlin has flexed its rhetorical muscle as the flag bearer of a so-called multipolar world. But, at decisive moments, its response on the ground […]
Continue ReadingAt the national level, however, Europe’s message was less unified. In a joint statement, France, Germany and the United Kingdom stressed they “did not participate in these strikes” by the U.S. and Israel, while condemning Iranian counterattacks and urging Tehran to seek to a “negotiated solution.” British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emulated that balancing act, […]
Continue ReadingThe M23 rebel military monitors all public life in eastern Congo.Image: www.imago-images.de The M23 rebels have been ruling eastern Congo for over a year. Anyone who doesn’t act must fear violence, imprisonment or death. This is what everyday life looks like in the country today. Feb 28, 2026, 9:16 p.mFeb 28, 2026, 9:16 p.m Constantin […]
Continue ReadingSatellite images captured after Saturday’s US and Israeli strikes on Tehran show that the residence of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, sustained severe damage. The photos, which show several collapsed buildings inside a compound in Tehran known to be one of Khamenei’s main residences, were provided to Business Insider by Airbus. It’s unclear if […]
Continue ReadingOil depots burned in Iran as early as June 2025. (archive image)Image: keystone February 28, 2026, 9:03 p.mFeb 28, 2026, 9:21 p.m The war against Iran that began on Saturday with American and Israeli attacks could significantly disrupt global oil supplies. The conflict could drive prices to levels not seen in years. Oil prices rose […]
Continue ReadingGermany also said it had been informed in advance. Not so much Paris, however. French President Emmanuel Macron said the U.S. and Israel didn’t “inform or involve” France in the strikes. While several European governments emphasized restraint and de-escalation on Saturday, Sikorski adopted a sharply critical tone toward Tehran. Iran, he said, is “a country […]
Continue ReadingIran’s strike on US Navy base in Bahrain will worry Washington and its allies in the region.
Continue ReadingThe Humanitarian Pilots Initiative sends planes across the Atlantic to track down boats carrying migrants from Africa.image: AFP The Humanitarian Pilots Initiative brings together volunteers who travel the seas to rescue migrants crossing in makeshift boats. This article is available in French. Lisez-le maintenant! Feb 28, 2026, 8:29 p.mFeb 28, 2026, 8:29 p.m Michele CATTANI […]
Continue ReadingSatellite images and videos reveal dozens of targets of strikes on Iran, including the Tehran compound of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran has hit at least one U.S. base in the region.
Continue ReadingSatellite images and videos reveal dozens of targets of strikes on Iran, including the Tehran compound of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran has hit at least one U.S. base in the region.
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