Third U.S. aircraft carrier arrives in waters near Iran
The path of the USS George H.W. Bush to the Middle East has been closely watched as President Trump demands progress in peace negotiations with Tehran.
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French President Macron no longer wants to do politics after 2027
Macron answered questions from students in Cyprus on Thursday.Image: EPA AFP POOL President Emmanuel Macron assured on Thursday that he no longer wants to get involved in politics when he leaves the Élysée Palace in 2027 after ten years at the helm of France. April 23, 2026, 8:51 p.mApril 23, 2026, 9:41 p.m “I have […]
Continue ReadingUK divers prepare for mine-clearing operations in Strait of Hormuz – POLITICO
The move is part of efforts to show Washington that the U.K. — which has angered U.S. President Donald Trump by staying out of offensive missions during the U.S.-Israel war with Iran — is prepared to make a serious contribution to policing the key passage through the Persian Gulf. Britain and France have jointly convened […]
Continue ReadingDruzhba oil flows resume, clearing path for €90B Ukraine loan – POLITICO
The restart breaks a months-long standoff that had frozen the EU’s largest financial package for Kyiv. Hungarian outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán staunchly blocked the loan — backed by profits from frozen Russian assets — demanding that oil flows be restored before lifting its veto. POLITICO reported Wednesday that the deal hinged entirely on the […]
Continue ReadingGas tanker completely out of control off Libya
In the Mediterranean, another operation to tow the maneuverable liquefied natural gas tanker “Arctic Metagaz” failed. April 23, 2026, 10:53April 23, 2026, 10:54 During an attempted towing, a cable broke due to bad weather conditions on Wednesday, the Libyan Ports and Maritime Authority told the government in Tripoli. The Russian gas tanker is “completely out […]
Continue ReadingTwo passenger trains collide in Denmark, leaving 17 injured
Two passenger trains crashed head-on in Denmark Thursday morning, injuring at least 17 people, five of whom were in critical condition, police and media reported. ADVERTISING ADVERTISING The area was sealed off by police. Images from the scene revealed the front ends of both trains smashed, although both remained upright on the tracks. The collision […]
Continue ReadingBrewer giant admits Iran war could impact beer sales
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Heineken has reported stronger-than-expected first-quarter revenues and volumes, but the Dutch brewing giant warns that escalating energy costs and inflation, […]
Continue ReadingNATO no longer wants to rely on US aircraft for reconnaissance
A NATO spokesman initially neither wanted to deny nor confirm the information.Image: DPA NATO wants to renew its fleet of Awacs reconnaissance aircraft stationed in Germany, but will no longer rely on US aircraft. April 23, 2026, 10:29April 23, 2026, 10:29 As the German Press Agency (dpa) confirmed in alliance circles, aircraft from the Canadian […]
Continue ReadingEU 'must' shift to renewables to end fossil fuel 'blackmail from war-driving authoritarian regimes'
François Picard is pleased to welcome Hannah Neumann, German MEP, Greens/EFA and Chair of EU Parliament’s Delegation for Iran. She offers analysis on the growing geopolitical instability surrounding Iran, energy security, and the EU’s strategic position in an increasingly fragmented global order. According to Ms. Neumann, the central issue is not merely the volatility of […]
Continue ReadingDemocrats call on Trump’s FBI director to take a breathalyzer test
FBI Director Kash Patel.Image: keystone An investigative report makes serious allegations against FBI Director Kash Patel. Now he defended himself at a press conference. A heated exchange ensued. April 23, 2026, 07:20April 23, 2026, 07:20 Christoph Cöln / t-online An article by On Wednesday, FBI Director Kash Patel stood in the press room of the […]
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