Washington and Tehran have struck a landmark memorandum of understanding calling for an immediate halt to all military operations between the two countries. The surprise deal, announced through Pakistani mediators, also sets the stage for nuclear talks and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Global forced displacement has fallen for the first time in ten years, UN officials announced Thursday. But more than 120 million people remain uprooted, trapped in prolonged exile with little hope of rebuilding their lives.
The wait is finally over. Knicks fans in San Antonio witnessed history as New York claimed its first NBA championship since 1973, defeating the Spurs 98-94 in a nail-biting Game 6.
A Colombian cargo ship carrying 2,500 tons of food and emergency supplies docked in Havana Thursday as Cuba grapples with devastating power outages. The crisis has intensified dramatically since Trump threatened tariffs on countries supplying oil to the island nation.
Two decades after watching Nokia’s mobile empire crumble, Finland is determined not to repeat history with artificial intelligence. The Nordic nation is rolling out an ambitious plan to keep its AI talent and startups from migrating to Silicon Valley or being swallowed by tech giants.
Royal Navy forces have intercepted and seized a suspected Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel following a tense six-hour operation. The capture of the Smyrtos marks a significant escalation in Britain’s efforts to crack down on sanctions-evading vessels.
EU member states rejected proposed pesticide regulations in a crucial vote this week, dealing a blow to Brussels’ environmental agenda. The deadlock reflects growing political resistance to Green Deal initiatives across the continent.
The EU’s new migration pact promises stricter border controls and shared responsibility among member states. But with implementation starting in 2026, serious questions remain about enforcement and human rights.
The striker they call the ‘Lion of Mesopotamia’ has traveled a road paved with loss and heartbreak. But Aymen Hussein’s goal against Bolivia in March proved that some dreams refuse to die.
From a landmark climate agreement in Brussels to tech breakthroughs in Stockholm, June 14th brings crucial developments across Europe. Here’s what you need to know at midday.
The European Union will resume membership negotiations with Ukraine on Monday after Hungary’s new government lifted a veto that had blocked progress for months. The breakthrough marks a significant step in Ukraine’s journey toward EU integration.
Europe is preparing for an unprecedented early summer heatwave as temperatures are set to shatter records across the continent. Meanwhile, financial markets are celebrating their strongest week in months.
Safe blood saves lives every day, from mothers in childbirth to accident victims. But a new WHO report shows access remains dangerously unequal across the world.
Beijing accuses foreign intelligence agencies of attaching tracking devices to sea turtles and other marine creatures to expose weaknesses in coastal defenses. Chinese authorities claim to have found at least seven surveillance-equipped animals since 2021.
Iceland’s potential EU membership would mark a “big step away from democracy” for the nation of 380,000, critics warn. The debate intensifies as the country weighs reviving accession talks frozen since 2013.
France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands want new EU members to face a temporary freeze on voting rights. The controversial proposal is sparking fierce debate as the bloc prepares for its next expansion wave.
Arsenal’s Thomas Partey has been denied entry into Canada and will miss Ghana’s World Cup opener against Portugal. The visa rejection stems from ongoing rape charges he faces in the United Kingdom.
The EU and South Korea are expanding their strategic partnership with new cooperation on semiconductors, clean energy, and security. The upgrade comes as both sides seek to strengthen economic resilience and coordinate on shared geopolitical challenges.
Drone attacks targeting bridges and roads across Sudan have crippled humanitarian aid routes, cutting off millions from emergency assistance. The UN says deliberate strikes on civilian infrastructure are worsening what’s already one of the world’s worst crises.
Barcelona’s 17-year-old star Lamine Yamal has been named a UN Goodwill Ambassador as the largest World Cup in history kicks off. The appointment positions the Spanish prodigy to promote sustainable development through football’s global platform.
