Russia’s Federal Security Service said on Tuesday it had detained a third suspect linked to last week’s attempted assassination of Colonel General Vladimir Alexeïev, one of the most senior figures in Russian military intelligence. The arrest comes as Moscow continues to accuse Ukrainian intelligence services of orchestrating......
The European Union’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, said she will put forward a set of demands that Europe believes Russia must accept as part of any agreement to end the war in Ukraine, stressing that no peace settlement can be concluded without EU involvement. Speaking to reporters in Brussels, Kallas said Europeans must be recognised......
Iran and the United States have held their first nuclear discussions since a 12-day conflict last June, agreeing to keep diplomatic efforts alive despite deep mistrust and sharply different demands. The indirect talks, mediated by Oman, took place in Muscat on February 6, with follow-up consultations now under way as Iran’s top security......
Spectators who packed heavy winter gear for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina d’Ampezzo found themselves peeling off layers as unusually mild weather cast a shadow over the Alpine showcase. While the Games opened in genuine winter conditions with substantial snowfall, temperatures climbed to around 4.5 degrees Celsius on Sunday afternoon,......
China has publicly pledged to assist Cuba as the Caribbean island faces acute jet fuel shortages that have disrupted air travel and deepened an ongoing energy crisis. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian reaffirmed Beijing’s support for Havana’s sovereignty and opposition to foreign interference during a press briefing......
Greece and Malta have pushed back against a proposed European Union ban on maritime services for Russian oil shipments, citing concerns about the impact on Europe’s shipping sector and energy prices. The objections were raised during a meeting of EU ambassadors held days after the European Commission unveiled its 20th package of sanctions......
Somalia announced on Monday the signing of a military cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, amid increasing geopolitical tensions in the Horn of Africa, a region witnessing proxy rivalries between Gulf monarchies. The agreement was signed by Somali Defense Minister Ahmad Moallim Fiqi and Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid Bin Salman,......
China’s leading diplomat, Wang Yi, is scheduled to participate in the 62nd Munich Security Conference, which will take place from February 13 to 15 in Munich, Germany, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday. Wang Yi is expected to deliver a keynote speech during the three-day forum, which brings together senior officials,......
In recent months, Morocco has sharply accelerated its digital and artificial intelligence agenda through a series of agreements and strategies that touch public administration, data infrastructure and AI-related industries, all aligned with a “Digital Morocco 2030” vision. What is new is not the rhetoric about digitization, but......
Royal Air Maroc is strengthening its network in Northern Morocco by launching new direct flights connecting the region to key European destinations. Following the opening of routes from Tétouan to Barcelona, Malaga, and Madrid, the national airline will now operate regular flights from Tangier to Malaga, Madrid, and Barcelona. In addition,......
Shares in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company rose sharply after the world’s largest contract chipmaker reported record revenue for January and as reports suggested the United States is considering tariff exemptions tied to investment commitments by the company. Investor optimism was also supported by signs that Washington may......
Mexican authorities announced Monday that a group of robot dogs will assist police forces in maintaining security during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which Mexico will co-host with the United States and Canada. The four-legged robots are equipped to enter potentially dangerous areas and transmit live video back to officers, allowing them to assess......
French President Emmanuel Macron warned that Europe must brace for renewed confrontations with the United States, accusing the administration of President Donald Trump of pursuing policies that are openly hostile to the European Union and aimed at weakening the bloc. He said recent calm in transatlantic relations should not be mistaken for......
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