News in brief

US President Donald Trump indicated on Thursday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may visit him in Florida during the Christmas holiday period, as diplomatic efforts continue around the next stage of discussions on the Gaza situation. Speaking to reporters ahead of his departure to his......

The United States Congress has approved legislation that permanently lifts American sanctions imposed on Syria, marking a significant shift in Washington’s policy toward the war-torn country. The measure was adopted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, following approval by both chambers......

Ukraine has accused the United States of exerting pressure on European countries to abandon plans to use frozen Russian assets to support Kyiv, according to a senior Ukrainian official speaking anonymously. The official claimed that several European states are reluctant to publicly endorse the idea......

The United States has approved a new arms sale to Taiwan worth around 11 billion dollars, marking the second such deal this year and one of the largest military packages provided to the island in decades. The decision reflects Washington’s continued commitment to supporting Taiwan’s security......

Former US president Donald Trump announced a new escalation in tensions with Venezuela by ordering a blockade targeting oil tankers subject to American sanctions. The announcement was made on Tuesday through his social media platform, marking a significant hardening of Washington’s stance toward......

Global economic losses from natural disasters are projected to have declined by 33 percent in 2025, reaching $220 billion, according to Swiss Re, the Zurich-based reinsurer. Despite the devastating Los Angeles wildfires in January, which alone caused an estimated $40 billion in insured losses—the......

Comments made by US President Donald Trump following the deaths of renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Reiner, have triggered widespread criticism across the political spectrum. The couple was found dead at their Los Angeles residence, in a case authorities are investigating as a double......

Eight people were killed on Monday during new U.S. military strikes targeting three vessels suspected of involvement in drug trafficking in the Pacific Ocean, according to an announcement by the United States Southern Command. The U.S. military stated that intelligence services had identified the boats......

Former US president Donald Trump has filed a massive lawsuit against the British public broadcaster BBC, seeking damages totaling $10 billion over what he describes as a misleading and defamatory media report. According to court documents submitted to a federal court in Florida, Trump accuses the BBC......

Beijing, China — China on Monday warned the United States not to involve itself in maritime disputes in the South China Sea, responding to US criticism over Beijing’s handling of Filipino fishermen in contested waters. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun emphasized that......

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is set to expand its international network significantly in 2026, reinforcing Casablanca's status as a major global aviation hub. The airline will launch ten new direct routes connecting Morocco to key destinations across Europe, Africa, and the Americas, according to an official......

US authorities have announced that a person of interest detained in connection with the deadly shooting at Brown University will be released, citing insufficient evidence to pursue charges at this stage. Local officials said the investigation is ongoing and that new elements now suggest the suspect......

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and American negotiators resumed high-level talks in Berlin on Monday, following several hours of discussions the previous day that both sides described as constructive. The meetings come as Kyiv seeks firm support from Washington for a ceasefire that would not......