Organization · 1448 published stories · 219 outlets
Andy Burnham has been appointed prime minister by King Charles III after Keir Starmer's resignation, promising a new political and economic model. He outlined plans to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, re-industrialise Britain, and decentralise power, while facing significant economic constraints.
Russian Ambassador to Skopje Dmitry Zykov confirmed to TASS that North Macedonia joined the 'Coalition of the Willing' at a Paris meeting on July 13. He criticized the move, while Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called the group 'warmongers' who seek a continuation of war. Russia says it remains open to diplomatic settlement of the Ukraine crisis.
The European Union has fined Chinese e-commerce platform AliExpress a record €550 million for failing to curb the sale of illegal, unsafe, and counterfeit products. The company, which has 193 million users in the EU, says it will appeal the penalty, calling it disproportionate.
Several EU countries, including Greece, Germany, and Austria, are pushing back against the bloc's 21st sanctions package on Russia, seeking exemptions or revisions to protect their economic interests. The European Commission is assessing the economic impact and may amend provisions, reflecting a broader weakening of support for new measures.
South Korea's media watchdog is considering a proposal to restrict children under 14 from creating social media accounts without parental consent, and limit addictive features for teenagers aged 14 to 19. The plan, announced by Korea Communications Commission Chairman Kim Jong-cheol, aims to address excessive social media use and its harms, while learning from the country's past 'shutdown law' experience.
The Council of Europe has publicly questioned the integrity of the 2026 World Cup, citing political pressure, betting-related fraud risks, and a suspended ban for US forward Folarin Balogun. Secretary General Alain Berset urged FIFA to build a stronger framework for the 2030 edition, which will be hosted largely in Spain and Portugal.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev have separately commented on the European economy, with Lavrov describing it as in a 'dire state' and Dmitriev attributing the crisis to anti-Russian sanctions and uncontrolled immigration. Dmitriev also claimed EU sanctions have cost member states over €3 trillion.
During President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's first official visit to Berlin, Algeria and Germany agreed to expand cooperation on natural gas, renewables, and a future hydrogen corridor. The visit, marked by 30 bilateral agreements, comes as Algeria's role in European energy security is strengthened by its pipeline gas reaching southern Europe without passing through Gulf shipping lanes.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has reiterated his policy of not imposing sanctions on Russia and maintaining friendly relations. He expressed skepticism that joining anti-Russian sanctions would lead to swift EU membership, citing potential obstacles like Kosovo.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov insisted Russia-China ties are 'based on the principle of equality' amid a Wall Street Journal report on bilateral relations, while trade data shows China as Russia's largest partner but Russia accounting for only 4% of China's foreign trade.
Germany will join a French military nuclear exercise this year, marking a historic step in Franco-German defence cooperation. The move comes amid concerns over US security commitments to Europe and follows the collapse of a joint jet fighter project.
As Spain and Argentina prepare for the World Cup final, Palestinians in Gaza and the Arab American community in New York are backing Spain, citing Madrid's recognition of Palestine and its criticism of Israel's war in Gaza. The match has taken on political significance, with figures like Lamine Yamal and political leaders drawing attention.
Nikita Zvezdov, a Russian conscript who fled to Germany after being sent to fight in Ukraine, describes his experience in the Russian military and his struggle for asylum. Despite rejection under the Dublin rule, he received church asylum in Germany, highlighting the challenges faced by Russian deserters.
Preliminary results show São Tomé and Príncipe's President Carlos Vila Nova has been re-elected with over 55% of the vote, avoiding a run-off. The election highlighted tensions between Vila Nova and his former party, the ADI, amid concerns over low voter turnout.
Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok signed a constitutional amendment on Saturday that immediately ends his term in office, a move initiated by the new government of Prime Minister Peter Magyar as part of efforts to dismantle the influence of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The amendment, passed by parliament with 139 votes in favor and 6 against, also introduces judicial reforms and a 12-year term limit for lawmakers. Sulyok criticized the amendment as harming the rule of law, while Orbán condemned the reforms as 'tyranny.'
The United States and Iran traded strikes on military and infrastructure targets over the weekend, with Iran announcing it had suspended its commitments under the interim deal. The conflict, focused on the Strait of Hormuz, saw significant damage in Kuwait, including a desalination plant and oil facility.
Armed assailants boarded the chemical tanker Asana off the coast of Yemen, with maritime security sources linking the incident to Somali piracy. The seizure, about 26 nautical miles off Hadramawt province, comes amid a resurgence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden.
Israel's security cabinet approved a 1.3 billion shekel plan for 34 new West Bank settlements, prompting the EU to reiterate its call for restraint. The decision brings the total settlements under the current government to 103, with ministers celebrating the move as historic.
Nigel Farage has accused critics of ‘demonising’ him over his financial backing, describing the scrutiny as a ‘coordinated pile-on’ to stop Reform UK. The Reform UK leader faces two parliamentary standards inquiries into a £5m gift from Christopher Harborne and funding from George Cottrell. Donald Trump appeared to back Farage in a post on Truth Social.
The European Union has unveiled a proposal to overhaul its Emissions Trading System, giving businesses more time and a less costly path to cut emissions, while critics warn the changes could weaken the bloc's most effective climate policy.