Zelenskyy conditions elections on ceasefire amid concerns over waning military aid

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed urgent concerns regarding a potential reduction in air defense deliveries if the conflict in the Middle East continues to divert international attention and resources.

Pentagon involvement probed in strike that killed 168 children at Iranian school

A devastating strike on the Minab primary school for girls has ignited international condemnation as reports emerge alleging the involvement of U.S. precision weaponry. The attack, which occurred Saturday morning during school hours, resulted in the deaths of at least 168 children aged seven to nine.

EU condemns Zelenskyy’s "unacceptable" threats against Orban amid €90B loan freeze

The European Commission on Friday, March 6, condemned "unacceptable" remarks made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy directed at Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The diplomatic row centers on Hungary's continued block of €90 billion European Union loan intended for Ukraine.

Record number of Russians support peace talks with Ukraine, Levada poll

According to a poll by the Levada Center, a record number of people in Russia support negotiations with Ukraine, against which the Russian Federation has been waging a large-scale war for five years, DW reports.

Russia adds UC Berkeley and RASA to its list of undesirable organizations

The Russian Ministry of Justice updated its registry on March 2, officially labeling the University of California, Berkeley as an "undesirable" organization. The Prosecutor General’s Office initially granted this status on February 16, though the Kremlin has withheld any specific legal justification for the move.

EU accession 2027: Ukraine and Moldova face Franco-German skepticism

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has firmly dismissed the possibility of Ukraine and Moldova joining the European Union by 2027, labeling the ambitious timeline "impossible." Despite pressure from Washington to accelerate the process as part of a broader peace framework, Berlin and Paris remain committed to a merit-based enlargement.

Middle East turmoil triggers 25% oil spike, exposing Moldova’s energy vulnerability

The escalating conflict in the Middle East, intensified by the recent assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader and the subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, has triggered a 25% surge in global crude prices. For import-dependent economies like the Republic of Moldova, this volatility translates into immediate pressure on both fuel stations and the broader consumer price index.

Drone strike ignites fire at US Consulate parking in Dubai

A suspected Iranian drone strike targeted a parking lot adjacent to the U.S. Consulate in Dubai on Tuesday evening, sparking a significant blaze in a densely populated district.

White house vows total dismantling of Iran’s missile industry

The White House has formally detailed the strategic objectives of "Operation Epic Fury," confirming that the total destruction of Iran’s missile industry and naval fleet remains a primary mandate. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced via X (formerly Twitter) that the military campaign aims to permanently deprive the regime’s "terrorist proxies" of their ability to destabilize global security.

UAE fuel terminal targeted by drone strike amid regional energy escalations

A drone strike targeted the Musaffah fuel terminal in Abu Dhabi on Monday, sparking a fire that was quickly contained by United Arab Emirates authorities. The Abu Dhabi media office confirmed that the incident did not disrupt essential operations at the site.

Council of Europe 2025 report warns of record 29% surge in media freedom threats

Media freedom across Europe faced an unprecedented crisis in 2025, driven by physical violence, legislative overreach, and transnational repression. The Council of Europe’s (CoE) latest annual report, "2025: A Turning Point for Media Freedom," reveals a landscape of escalating hostility toward the press.

Global energy crisis looms as Iran shuts Hormuz, threatening to "set fire" to tankers

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced on Monday the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, declaring that any vessel attempting to transit the waterway would be targeted.