Syria and the stakes for regional powers
As Syria’s new leadership takes shape, competing media narratives in Iran and Turkiye illuminate the region’s shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Slovak PM Fico holds talks with Putin during surprise Russia trip
Fico discussed the Ukraine war and the transport of Russian gas to Slovakia via Ukraine, according to statements.
Thousands protest in Serbia as anger mounts over train station accident
Protesters demand the resignation of Serbia’s leader and mayor of Novi Sad city over the deadly accident that killed 15 people.
Germany set for new elections after Chancellor Scholz loses confidence vote
After collapse of Olaf Scholz’s coalition, elections will take place on February 23, seven months ahead of schedule.
Israel to close embassy in Ireland after Dublin backs Gaza genocide case
Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris called the decision to close the embassy ‘deeply regrettable’
Ball-kicking protesters in Georgia decry new president Mikheil Kavelashvili
Georgia’s ruling party has selected former football player Mikheil Kavelashvili as the country’s new president. It’s a blow to the hopes of pro-EU protesters who took to the streets kicking footballs and holding up red cards.
Is Russia poisoning Namibia’s water in its hunt for uranium?
Russian company Rosatom is trying to drill for uranium in Namibia. Farmers say a vital aquifer that nourishes Southern Africa is at risk.
US says drones spotted near its military bases in England
US air force says the drones do not appear ‘hostile’ and there has been no impact.
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