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The UAE has condemned riots and vandalism at its embassy in Damascus after dozens of protesters gathered outside, with some chanting 'the Zionist embassy.' The incident occurred after a pro-Palestinian demonstration nearby, and Syria's foreign ministry has stated it takes a firm stance against attacks on embassies. Condemnations have come from the US envoy, Pakistan, and several Gulf states.
Five EU finance ministers, including Germany's, have written to the EU Climate Commissioner calling for a windfall tax on energy companies' profits, citing rising fuel prices linked to the Iran war. The ministers argue such a measure would ease the burden on the public and curb inflation, reviving a mechanism used during the 2022 energy crisis.
The Bank of France has sold its remaining gold reserves held in the US Federal Reserve, replacing them with higher-quality bars stored in Paris and generating a capital gain of €12.8 billion. The move, driven by record-high gold prices, has sparked speculation about China's potential to become the next global gold hub and renewed calls in Germany for the repatriation of its gold holdings.
Rising diesel prices across Europe, driven by US-Israeli strikes on Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, have pushed fuel costs to record levels. The Netherlands reports unprecedented prices, and experts warn of further increases and inflationary pressures.
The EU's new Entry-Exit System (EES) has caused long queues at some airports, leading Ryanair to adjust check-in times and some countries to delay enforcement. Cross-Channel travellers to France will not face biometric checks due to technical delays, while officials debate the system's performance.
A decade after the Panama Papers leak exposed how the global elite hide wealth, we examine the fallout, key political casualties, and the modest regulatory changes that followed. The leak remains a landmark in investigative journalism, but its long-term impact on offshore finance is still debated.
As Israel faces a multi-front war, analysts warn that the domestic political battle over institutions and social cohesion may pose a greater threat to the country's survival. Recent government actions, including a controversial death penalty law, have drawn criticism from European allies and domestic observers alike.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff General Randy George to retire immediately, without giving a public reason. The move is part of a broader shake-up of senior military leadership under Hegseth, coming amid ongoing US operations against Iran.
German authorities have banned a pro-Palestinian vigil planned for the 81st anniversary of Buchenwald's liberation, citing disrespect to Nazi victims. The organizing group, Kufiyas in Buchenwald, is challenging the ban in court, while German officials and Jewish organizations have condemned the event.
The White House says First Lady Melania Trump mediated an agreement between Russia and Ukraine to reunify six Ukrainian children with their families, with a seventh to follow later this month. Russia's Children’s Rights Commissioner confirmed the planned reunifications, which will send the children to relatives in Ukraine, Germany, Poland, and France.
Ministers from more than 40 countries met virtually on Thursday to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz, blocked by Iran since US-Israeli strikes began in late February. The UK-led talks, which the US did not attend, focused on diplomatic and planning measures, with 20,000 seafarers and 2,000 ships reportedly stranded.
Iran has executed two men convicted of attempting to storm a military facility in January, following the earlier execution of a third man in the same case. Rights groups have condemned the trials as unfair and warn of further executions.
Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, have strongly condemned Israel's newly passed death penalty law for terrorists, calling it a 'dangerous escalation.' The law, sponsored by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, passed the Knesset with 62 votes in favor and 48 against, and has drawn international criticism.
Global markets experienced sharp swings after President Trump vowed to continue attacking Iran, with oil prices jumping over 5% and major stock indexes falling. Earlier in the week, markets had rallied on hopes of a speedy end to the conflict after Trump suggested the war would end in 'two to three weeks'.
Britain is hosting a virtual meeting of 35 countries to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively shut down amid the US-Israeli war. The US will not attend, and Australia is among participants weighing contributions to secure the vital waterway.
NASA's Artemis II mission successfully launched from Kennedy Space Center, carrying four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the Moon – the first crewed lunar mission since 1972. The flight will test Orion's systems in deep space, setting the stage for future Moon landings and a sustained human presence.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said 80% of Syrians in Germany should return home within three years, attributing this to Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who denied the claim. The comment has sparked outrage among Syrian communities and criticism from opposition and coalition politicians, with experts questioning its feasibility.
French anti-terrorism prosecutors suspect a pro-Iranian group, HAYI, of orchestrating a foiled attack on Bank of America's Paris offices. The group had posted a video targeting Jewish interests, and security sources suggest it uses criminal networks linked to Iran. Four suspects have been placed under investigation.
Iraq and DR Congo claimed the last two spots in the 48-team 2026 World Cup field, completing the lineup for the first tournament to feature the expanded format. Iraq beat Bolivia 2-1, while DR Congo edged Jamaica 1-0 after extra time, setting up group assignments in the June-July tournament co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
Germany's conservative ministers have criticized the 2024 partial legalization of cannabis, calling it a 'nonstarter' and a 'mistake,' while a two-year government report shows mixed results: consumption among young people has declined, but the black market remains a challenge. Social Democrats defend the policy as the right approach.