U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that a "little economic pain" is an acceptable price for long-term international security, despite IMF warnings that the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran could push the global economy towards recession, emphasizing th…
A pro-Russian cyber group attempted to disrupt operations at a Swedish thermal power plant last spring, but the attack was unsuccessful due to protective measures, according to the Swedish government, which noted an increase in the frequency and severity of Ru…
The European Union has warned that ongoing conflicts in Iran could lead to prolonged energy supply shocks and extreme price spikes, prompting potential fuel consumption cuts and localized shortages in Europe, as it considers strategies to mitigate the impact o…
French and Italian lawmakers are set to vote on new antisemitism laws amid a rise in anti-Jewish incidents, with supporters arguing the measures are needed to address growing antisemitism linked to the Israel-Gaza conflict, while critics warn they may censor l…
European Council President Antonio Costa emphasized the need for a "deeper and stronger" cooperation between the EU and Gulf states during his recent visit to Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, highlighting the importance of supporting a stable ceasefire and re…
Chancellor Rachel Reeves criticized the U.S. for ending diplomatic negotiations and escalating military conflict with Iran, arguing that de-escalation is the best economic policy for both the UK and the global economy, while expressing concern about the potent…
The article discusses a concerning increase in suicide rates in Turkey, particularly highlighting recent cases in Istanbul and presenting data from the Turkish Statistical Institute, which reveals that while overall suicide numbers have fluctuated, a notable r…
The article discusses how the rapid evolution of drone technology in modern warfare, accelerated by the Ukraine conflict, has outpaced European defense procurement systems, highlighting the urgent need for faster innovation and deployment to address a signific…
The European Commission is proposing a major reform of energy taxation and grid charges to alleviate rising energy prices for households and businesses, amidst geopolitical tensions exacerbating the existing energy crisis, while urging the introduction of a wi…
The Airports Council International Europe has warned that Europe may face jet fuel shortages as early as May due to blockages in the Strait of Hormuz caused by the ongoing Iran war, with the International Energy Agency predicting significant global economic re…
The head of the International Energy Agency has warned that Europe may face significant jet fuel shortages within six weeks if it fails to replace at least half of its imports from the Middle East, highlighting a reliance on a key supply route that has been ef…
The Russian Defence Ministry has accused European manufacturers of producing drones for Ukraine, warning that such collaboration could escalate the conflict and turn European countries into strategic targets for Russia, while highlighting recent agreements bet…
