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Populists Gain Ground in Pivotal Elections in Romania, Poland and Portugal
As voters in Romania, Poland, and Portugal cast their ballots in key elections, the political landscape across Europe faces a potential shift toward populist influence. Sunday's votes could give right-wing parties enough support to shape future coalitions or legislative directions in their respective countries. Romania: Nationalist Eurosceptic......
Morocco faces cybersecurity challenges amid digital transformation
The Moroccan Association of Information Systems Users, in partnership with PwC Morocco, has unveiled the latest findings from the “Osimeter 2025” Cybersecurity Barometer. This updated edition sheds light on Morocco’s rapidly evolving digital landscape and stresses the urgency of developing innovative cybersecurity strategies. Conducted......
Children among dozens killed as Israel intensifies Gaza strikes
In a deadly escalation of violence, Israeli airstrikes killed at least 125 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip early Sunday, including children asleep in makeshift tents. One of the deadliest attacks occurred in the al-Mawasi area of Khan Younis, where Israeli warplanes bombed a camp sheltering displaced families, resulting in 36 deaths and......
Egyptian companies to launch new factories in Morocco to boost regional investment
Around 30 Egyptian companies are planning to set up factories in Morocco over the next three years, as part of a broader strategy to expand Egypt’s investment footprint across North Africa. This initiative aims to leverage Morocco’s strategic geographic position near Europe and its network of free trade agreements, which provide......
Mexican Navy vessel collides with Brooklyn Bridge causing fatalities and injuries
A Mexican Navy training ship crashed into New York City’s Brooklyn Bridge, resulting in two deaths and 19 injuries, according to Mayor Eric Adams. The ship, carrying 277 people, sustained damage to its masts after striking the iconic bridge, though the 142-year-old structure itself avoided major damage. Footage shows the vessel sailing......
A Strategic and Trusted Partner for Germany on Migration
During a meeting held in Essaouira, Joachim Stamp, the German Federal Commissioner for Migration, praised Morocco as a "strategic and reliable" partner in managing migration. The event marked the third session of the Morocco-Germany Permanent Joint Group on Migration, co-chaired with Khalid Zerouali, Wali and Director of Migration......
Gabon’s former leader Bongo freed and moves to Angola
Ali Bongo Ondimba, the former president of Gabon, along with his family, has been released from house arrest and has arrived in Angola’s capital, Luanda, according to the Angolan presidency. Bongo’s family had governed Gabon for 55 years before he was removed from power in a coup in August 2023. Since then, he had been confined......
China Eases Layoff Threat with Tariff Cuts but Job Market Still Struggles
BEIJING, May 16 (Reuters) – Liu Shengzun, a Chinese factory worker, lost two jobs in a single month as U.S. tariffs soared in April, forcing companies in Guangdong to slash production. Though a recent easing of tariffs has brought some relief, Liu has abandoned the industrial sector entirely, returning to farming in his southern hometown. Last......
Tragic blaze at former UK military base claims three lives
LONDON — A devastating fire at a former British military installation has claimed the lives of two firefighters and one civilian, according to official sources on Friday. The incident occurred on Thursday at the old Royal Air Force base in Bicester, near Oxford, now repurposed as a heritage site for aviation and motor sports. The fire......
US senators move to block Trump’s arms deals with UAE and Qatar
A group of US senators is attempting to stop $3.5 billion in arms sales to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar amid allegations that these deals could personally benefit President Donald Trump’s family. On Thursday, Democratic Senators Chris Murphy, Chris Van Hollen, Brian Schatz, Tim Kaine, and independent Senator Bernie Sanders introduced......
Barcelona to invest over 30 million euros in Ciutat Vella to reduce neighborhood inequalities
Barcelona is targeting long-standing poverty issues in its Ciutat Vella district with an investment of more than 30 million euros over three years. Albert Batlle, the district’s councilor, announced the allocation as part of the first Pla de Barris (Neighborhood Plan) for Ciutat Vella, scheduled for 2025-2028. The plan aims to implement......
US open to alternative Gaza aid plans amid growing humanitarian crisis
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Thursday that the United States is open to considering new proposals to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, following criticism of a US- and Israeli-supported aid initiative. Speaking during a visit to Turkey, Rubio expressed serious concern over the worsening humanitarian conditions in the Palestinian......
Spanish nationals trapped in Tripoli await repatriation
About twenty Spanish citizens are currently confined within the Spanish Embassy in Tripoli, Libya, awaiting repatriation, which they expect to happen within one or two days. The Libyan Government of National Unity recently announced a ceasefire after several days of clashes among local militias in the capital. This truce is evident in the......
Russia and Ukraine resume peace talks after three years
On May 16 in Istanbul, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators met for their first direct peace discussions in over three years, amid growing pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to resolve the conflict in Europe’s deadliest war since World War II. The meeting took place at Dolmabahce Palace by the Bosphorus, marking the first face-to-face......
Trump unveils $14.5 billion Etihad deal for 28 Boeing aircraft
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of commercial agreements exceeding $200 billion between the United States and the United Arab Emirates. Among the major deals was a $14.5 billion agreement involving Boeing, GE Aerospace, and Etihad Airways, as confirmed by the White House. Etihad Airways, based in Abu Dhabi, confirmed the purchase......