Oil prices tumbled more than $2 per barrel in Asian trading on Monday, as OPEC+ moves to ramp up production, fueling fresh concerns about an oversupplied market grappling with unclear demand prospects. By 06:53 GMT, Brent crude futures had dropped $2.21, or 3.61%, trading at $59.08 a barrel. Meanwhile, U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude…
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the United States is actively engaged in trade negotiations with several countries, including China, with the primary objective being the establishment of a fair trade agreement. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump clarified that although he doesn’t have immediate plans to speak directly with Chinese…
Japan has clarified its position regarding its vast holdings of U.S. Treasury securities, stating it has no intention of using them as a bargaining chip in trade negotiations with Washington. The clarification came from Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato on Sunday, following widespread media speculation triggered by his earlier remarks that hinted at the possibility. Speaking…
Lebanon began its long-overdue municipal elections on Sunday, marking the country’s first vote since the brutal conflict between Israel and Hezbollah and the formation of a new national government. The polls opened at 7:00 am local time (04:00 GMT) in Mount Lebanon, a densely populated and politically diverse region that includes Beirut’s southern suburbs —…
In a newly released interview clip, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the use of nuclear weapons in Ukraine has not been necessary and expressed hope that such extreme measures will not be needed in the future. The comments, broadcast on Russian state television and published via Telegram, offer a glimpse into the Kremlin’s current…
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has promised strong and sustained military retaliation after a missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels landed dangerously close to Ben Gurion International Airport—Israel’s primary gateway to the world. The Iran-backed Houthi group claimed responsibility for the ballistic missile attack, framing it as an act of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza….
An overnight wave of Russian drone attacks on Kyiv injured at least 11 people, including two children, in the latest escalation of violence amid growing international calls for a genuine ceasefire in Ukraine’s more than three-year-old war. The Ukrainian capital was rocked by explosions as air defence systems sprang into action, intercepting dozens of drones….
Romanians are casting their votes today in a pivotal presidential election, just months after a previous vote held in November was annulled due to serious allegations of Russian interference. With polls open from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM local time, the country braces for a tense political showdown. Exit polls are expected shortly after voting…
Sudan’s fragile security situation took a dramatic turn on Sunday after the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched a drone attack on a military airbase and surrounding facilities near Port Sudan Airport — marking the first such assault in the eastern city since the conflict began. According to Sudan’s army, the RSF targeted the area with…
Flights at Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport were suspended following the interception of missile debris launched from Yemen, further intensifying regional tensions. The incident came amid a growing humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, where international outrage continues to mount over Israel’s ongoing blockade and military operations. Trucks loaded with essential aid—food, water, and medical supplies—remain stalled at…
