French President Emmanuel Macron criticised Israeli actions in the West Bank during his final address to the United Nations General Assembly as France’s president. Macron also addressed the humanitarian situation in Gaza during his speech on Tuesday. He called for renewed respect for international law and the UN system. He also questioned claims that peace… Continue reading Macron West Bank Criticism at UN
The Albania 2027 accession target is set to receive formal recognition from the European Commission through a new EU enlargement roadmap. The plan is expected to outline key reforms that Tirana must complete to finish its accession negotiations by the end of 2027. Albania has long targeted December 2027 for the completion of its negotiations… Continue reading EU Commission Backs Albania 2027 Accession Deadline
A Russian strike on cargo ship in Ukraine’s Odesa region killed the vessel’s captain, Ukrainian authorities said Wednesday. The commercial vessel was sailing under the flag of Antigua and Barbuda when it came under fire in the Black Sea. Odesa regional head Oleh Kiper said the captain was a Ukrainian citizen. The Ukrainian Sea Port… Continue reading Russian Strike on Cargo Ship Kills Captain in Odesa
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed the security of key maritime routes during a phone call on Tuesday. The leaders stressed the need for safe and unrestricted passage through the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb. Both waterways play an important role in global trade and energy shipments. According… Continue reading Putin Saudi Crown Prince Urge Safe Hormuz Passage
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged European Union countries to keep Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman under sanctions as diplomats negotiate the renewal of the bloc’s Russia-related restrictions. The talks have become increasingly difficult in Brussels. EU sanctions covering thousands of Russia-linked individuals and entities require unanimous approval from all 27 member states. Without an… Continue reading Zelenskyy Urges EU to Keep Usmanov, Fridman Sanctions
Russia jet-powered drones are creating a growing challenge for Ukraine’s air defence forces as the weapons fly higher and faster than older Shahed models. Some of the new drones can operate at altitudes of four to seven kilometres. As a result, some mobile Ukrainian air defence teams cannot reach them with shoulder-fired missiles. Vasyl, a… Continue reading Russia Jet-Powered Drones Challenge Ukraine Air Defences
Europe is heading toward a significant jet fuel supply deficit in the fourth quarter as regional inventories remain low and imports face growing pressure. Energy consultancy Energy Aspects forecasts a Europe jet fuel shortage equivalent to about 510,000 barrels per day during the fourth quarter. By comparison, the United States is expected to have a… Continue reading Europe Faces Jet Fuel Shortage as Imports Rise
Denmark, Greenland and the United States are preparing to sign a Greenland security deal that Copenhagen says will give NATO a larger role in protecting the Arctic region. The agreement is expected to be signed Tuesday during the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Its full terms have not yet been made public. Danish… Continue reading Greenland Security Deal Puts Arctic Under NATO Role
United Russia wins 355 seats in Russia’s 450-member State Duma, according to preliminary results released by the Central Election Commission on Monday. The ruling party secured about 57.83% of the vote after more than 95% of ballots had been counted. The result gives United Russia enough seats to retain its constitutional majority. The three-day parliamentary… Continue reading United Russia Wins 355 Seats in Duma Election
Ukraine Moscow drone attack claims dominated the final day of Russia’s parliamentary election on Sunday after Moscow officials described the strikes as the biggest yet against the capital. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow and the surrounding region as Russians went to the polls. Russian authorities said two people died in the… Continue reading Ukraine Moscow Drone Attack: Russia Votes Amid Strikes
