Mar 17, 2026, 6:56 p.mMar 17, 2026, 6:56 p.m Russian National Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu admits that Ukrainian attacks in the Russian hinterland are becoming an increasingly serious problem. The development of weapons, primarily drones, and the sophistication of their methods of use are such that no region of Russia can feel safe, said […]
Continue ReadingChina’s President Xi is reducing the tariffs of 53 African countries to zero as a “gesture of solidarity and opportunity for economic growth for Africa”.Image: IMAGO While Donald Trump peppers the world with tariffs, China is doing the opposite. Imports from almost all African countries will be exempt from customs duties from May 1, 2026. […]
Continue ReadingGenie Godula is pleased to welcome Peter Trubowitz, Professor of International Relations and Director of the Phelan US Centre at the London School of Economics. According to Professor Trubowitz, what we are witnessing is a dynamic in which both sides are trying to expand the scope of the conflict in order to gain leverage. Iran […]
Continue ReadingEU lawmakers moved to advance the EU–US trade agreement after months of resisting pressure from Washington and the European Commission on Tuesday. ADVERTISING ADVERTISING The shift is significant as it kickstarts a process long held by delays due to fundamental disagreements between Brussels and Washington, amplified by their different positions on almost everything – from […]
Continue ReadingPublished on 17/03/2026 – 17:28 GMT+1 The European Commission informally kept the process of membership for Ukraine in an effort to keep talks going despite Budapest’s firm opposition to Kyiv joining the 27-member bloc. ADVERTISING ADVERTISING The technical progress under clusters necessary to complete steps in line with EU reforms has been blocked by Hungary […]
Continue ReadingMoldova has a population of 2.4 million, but Russia still has a military base in the Russian-speaking, breakaway region of Transnistria, which lies along much of Moldova’s eastern border with Ukraine. Local TV reports say oil has been spotted in Transnistria although officials there do not expect to impose restrictions on drinking water.
Continue ReadingAs President Donald Trump threatens to “take” Cuba, China is flexing its dominance in renewable energy by supplying solar panels as Havana confronts an energy crisis.
Continue ReadingThe deaths of Larijani and the head of the paramilitary Basij force have not been confirmed by Iranian authorities.
Continue ReadingMarch 17, 2026, 3:10 p.mMarch 17, 2026, 3:10 p.m After two deaths from meningitis, hundreds of people in the county of Kent in southern England are being treated with antibiotics as a precaution. Long queues formed in front of the distribution points. Students line up to receive antibiotics.Image: IMAGO / News Licensing It initially remained […]
Continue ReadingThe decision unblocks a weeks-long deadlock, as EU lawmakers balked at approving a deal that appeared at risk of unraveling. First, the U.S. Supreme Court in February struck down most of the tariffs on which the Turnberry accord was based. Then Trump’s threats to annex Greenland and slap an embargo on Spain further soured sentiment. […]
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