VATICAN CITY, April 22 – Cardinals from across the globe convened at the Vatican on Tuesday morning following the sudden passing of Pope Francis, aged 88, as the Catholic Church begins the solemn process of bidding farewell to its spiritual leader and preparing for the transition of power. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis died … Read more
VATICAN CITY, April 21 – Pope Francis, the first pontiff from Latin America and one of the most influential religious leaders of the modern era, has passed away at the age of 88, according to an official announcement by the Vatican on Monday. His death marks the end of a papacy that spanned over a … Read more
LUXEMBOURG, April 7 – In the face of rising trade tensions with the United States, the European Union has signaled a clear preference for negotiations rather than retaliation. While preparing a set of targeted countermeasures, EU ministers meeting in Luxembourg agreed that dialogue should remain the primary course of action in response to the new … Read more
Washington/Moscow/Kyiv, March 25 – The United States has brokered agreements between Russia and Ukraine to temporarily halt military operations at sea and refrain from attacking energy infrastructure. As part of the deal, Washington has pledged to advocate for easing specific sanctions on Russia, marking a significant diplomatic shift under President Donald Trump’s administration. These agreements … Read more
Kocani, North Macedonia – March 17 – A devastating fire that claimed the lives of 59 people at a nightclub in Kocani has left the town in mourning and sparked widespread protests. The tragedy, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning, has reignited public anger over corruption and negligence, as authorities confirm that … Read more
MOSCOW, March 13 – Russian officials have declared that their military is on the verge of reclaiming full control over the Kursk region, where Ukrainian troops have held a strategic position for more than seven months. The Russian Defense Ministry reported that its forces are conducting relentless assaults on Ukrainian positions and have recently taken … Read more
LONDON, March 2 – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that European leaders have come together to formulate a comprehensive peace plan for Ukraine, which they intend to present to the United States. This initiative is seen as a crucial step in securing Washington’s commitment to providing security assurances that Kyiv deems essential for deterring further … Read more
LONDON, March 1 – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer warmly welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Saturday as the leader arrived in London for high-level discussions. Zelenskiy’s visit follows a tense meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, where Trump reportedly threatened to withdraw support for Ukraine. The encounter marked a significant … Read more
LONDON/SYDNEY, Feb 24 – The euro and German stocks saw a significant uptick on Monday following the conservative party’s victory in Germany’s national elections. Investors responded positively to the election outcome, which paves the way for a centrist coalition. However, optimism remained cautious due to potential challenges in forming a government and shaping economic policies. … Read more
BERLIN, Feb 23 – Germany’s 2025 federal election has concluded, with the mainstream conservative Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and its sister party, the Christian Social Union (CSU), emerging victorious. Led by Friedrich Merz, the conservative bloc secured the largest share of votes, setting the stage for a new government. A record-breaking 83.5% voter turnout, the … Read more