El Salvador Launches ‘Bitcoin Country’ Passport to Reward Tourists and Boost Crypto Adoption

El Salvador has taken another bold step in its Bitcoin experiment by introducing a new “Bitcoin Country” passport program aimed at tourists and everyday users. Unveiled this week, the initiative expands the country’s long-running Bitcoin strategy beyond finance and into tourism, lifestyle, and national branding. Unlike a traditional passport, the Bitcoin Country passport does not…

Saudi Arabia Warns Trump Against Striking Iran, Says War Would Destabilize the Region

Saudi Arabia has delivered a strong warning to U.S. President Donald Trump, urging Washington not to launch military strikes against Iran and cautioning that a new conflict would trigger severe regional and global consequences. According to reports, Saudi Arabia has assured Tehran that it will not allow American military aircraft to use its airspace for…

Germany Declares Iran’s Leadership Has “Lost All Legitimacy,” Signals Tougher Sanctions

Germany has sharply escalated its rhetoric against Iran’s ruling authorities, with Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul stating that the Islamic Republic no longer enjoys the support of its own people and has effectively “lost all legitimacy.” In remarks that reflect growing frustration in European capitals, Wadephul said Iran’s leadership has forfeited public trust amid ongoing unrest…

Poland’s President Vetoes EU Digital Services Act Implementation

Poland’s President, Karol Nawrocki, has vetoed legislation aimed at implementing the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA), delivering a major blow to the government’s efforts to align with EU digital regulations and igniting a fresh debate over online freedom and state censorship. The bill, passed by Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s government, was designed to bring…

Iran Cracks Down on Starlink as Authorities Hunt Satellite Internet Users Amid Protests

Iranian authorities have intensified efforts to silence the flow of information from inside the country by targeting users of Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, Starlink. According to reports by The Wall Street Journal, security forces have launched coordinated operations to locate and confiscate Starlink equipment, particularly in parts of western Tehran, as protests continue to…

Saudi Arabia Boosts Gold Reserves as Ma’aden Adds 7.8 Million Ounces From New Discoveries

Saudi Arabia has announced a major expansion of its gold resources, with the Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden) confirming the addition of 7.8 million ounces of new gold resources across four exploration sites within the Kingdom. The development marks a significant milestone in the country’s drive to strengthen its mining sector and unlock the long-term…

Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Countries Doing Business With Iran Amid Growing Protests

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new trade measures targeting Iran and its global economic partners, declaring that any country conducting business with Tehran will face a 25% tariff on all trade with the United States. The announcement was made on Monday via Trump’s Truth Social account, as Washington weighs its response to Iran’s…