SIPRI: Europe is the world's biggest arms importer
Global arms exports rose massively between 2021 and 2025. Europe has overtaken Asia and the Middle East as the largest importer of weapons, as fear of Russia increases on the continent.
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Serbia: Fears rise over the last independent media outlets
Until now, United Group's broadcasters were considered critical of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic. After a deal with the state-owned telecommunications company, concerns are growing that the stance could change.
Spain: digital technology to combat gender-based violence
Spain has introduced strict measures to combat violence against women. But there is still a high number of femicides. One digital art project is raising locals' awareness of murders in Madrid.
Why Iran depends on exports to China
Economic pressure is mounting as Iran chokes off shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. But blocking maritime trade also hurts its own economy.
Ukraine: Deadly Russia strikes hit Kharkiv apartment block
Overnight drone and missile strikes across Ukraine left at least 10 dead and more than a dozen wounded, including children. Peace negotiations have stalled amid the turmoil in the Middle East.
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Explosion hits near US Embassy in Norway, no injuries
Norwegian police are probing a blast near the US Embassy in Oslo. No injuries were reported, but authorities said there was minor damage.
New York: Man detained as devices thrown at anti-Islam rally
Two devices were ignited near Gracie Mansion, the official residence of New York City's mayor, amid tensions between participants in a far-right rally and counterprotests.
US: Tornadoes kill several people in Michigan, Oklahoma
Deadly tornadoes touched down in the US states of Oklahoma and Michigan. Rescuers are searching for survivors and providing assistance to those affected.
'Shield of the Americas': Trump launches regional coalition
Meeting with leaders of Latin American states, Donald Trump said that the region has "tremendous potential" that could only be fulfilled if cartels and criminal gangs were defeated.
Why the US says India can buy Russian oil again
Less than a month after India agreed to stop buying Russian oil in exchange for a US trade deal, Washington says it can buy it again. Good news for India, Russia or both?
US-Israel war on Iran could end Middle East tourism boom
The tourism industry on the Arabian Peninsula has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. But the US-Israeli war and Iran's retaliatory strikes across Gulf state borders is now slowing that momentum.
Ukraine: Russia deadly strikes hit Kharkiv apartment block
Overnight drone and missile strikes across Ukraine left several dead and more than a dozen wounded, including children. Peace negotiations have stalled amid the turmoil in the Middle East.
Will Ukraine help Gulf states down Iranian drones?
Ukraine says it can share its expertise to help protect Gulf states under attack from Iranian drones. What does it expect in return?
Iran war destabilizes Middle East politics
As the US and Israel continue their air strikes, Iran has retaliated by hitting neighboring states. Governments across the region are finding their domestic politics thrown into disarray.
US-Israel war on Iran destabilizes Middle East politics
As the United States and Israel expand their war and Iran continues to launch retaliatory strikes, governments across the region are finding their domestic politics thrown into disarray.
US, Ecuador launch joint anti-drug strikes
The United States and Ecuador said their forces have bombed a drug trafficker’s camp near Ecuador’s border with Colombia. The camp belonged to a dissident faction of the FARC guerrilla group.
As the US-Israel war with Iran escalates, what is shaping Europe's strategy?
As the US-Israel war with Iran intensifies, Europe is under growing scrutiny. What potential threats does it face and what is driving the bloc's strategy?
Iran: Will Kurdish forces be the US' 'boots on the ground?'
US President Donald Trump is encouraging Iranian Kurds to fight against the regime in Tehran. A Kurdish offensive, however, could create new challenges in Iran and in the wider region.
Where does Europe stand on the US-Israel war with Iran?
As the US-Israel war with Iran intensifies, Europe is under growing scrutiny. What potential threats does it face and what is driving the bloc's strategy?
Malawi's ban on dual practice divides health sector
Malawi has introduced a ban on dual practice, blocking public health workers from holding private medical jobs. The government says the move tackles corruption, but doctors warn it could deepen staff shortages.
Iran war: Internet shutdown severs outside contact
The digital blackout has severely curtailed communication, not only between people inside and outside Iran but also within the country.
Hungary blocks some fuel deliveries to Ukraine amid tensions
Hungary announces move as it asks Ukraine to repair a pipeline that pumps Russian oil to Budapest and Bratislava.
Inside Serbia's elite investment network
Investigations into a Serbian investment fund that is allegedly popular with senior politicians, businessmen who have prospered from state contracts and others have fueled suspicions of high-level corruption.
US, Venezuela to restore diplomatic ties
The resotration of diplomatic relations between the United States and Venezuela is seen as a sign of thawing relations after US forces captured former President Nicolas Maduro and brought him to a jail in New York.
Iran war strains US-Spain relations
US President Donald Trump has lashed out against Spain after it condemned US attacks on Iran. Will both countries break off ties?
How long can Iran continue the war?
In the war with the US and Israel, Iran is largely on its own. The regime is relying primarily on its missile and drone systems and has no intention of surrendering.
Iran war: Will Southeast Asia opt for pragmatism?
Southeast Asian governments have largely struck a cautious tone after the joint US-Israeli attacks on Iran, even as the conflict widens across the Middle East and disrupts energy shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
How the US-Israel war with Iran is reshaping Africa
US-Israel strikes on Iran are disrupting trade, raising costs and shifting alliances. How is the escalating conflict shaping Iran's political, economic and security ties with African states, especially in the Sahel?
Iran war: What role will Yemen's Houthi group play?
Following the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel, the Houthi group in Yemen, who are allied with Iran, are making threats but have yet to take action.
North Korea: Kim visits warship, oversees missile launch
Kim Jong Un visited a modernized navy warship and observed a missile test, state media KCNA reported. He called for two ships of this destroyer class or higher to be built every year.