Macron's poker: France awaits parliament dissolution

Starting this Tuesday, July 8, France will hold its breath, waiting to see if President Emmanuel Macron will try his "political poker" maneuver again, just as he did last year when he dissolved parliament in July 2024, hoping to secure a majority, but failed.

Putin's sanctions cost Russia $350B, 14% of economy

According to The Moscow Times, citing a report by economists at the Gaidar Institute titled "Sanctions Against Russia: Dynamics, Tightening Restrictions, and Economic Effects," Russia is facing substantial long-term economic damage.

Rutte: China could use Russia to distract NATO

China may pressure Russia to launch an attack on NATO countries in order to divert the alliance’s attention from the Indo-Pacific region, where Beijing is reportedly preparing for a potential assault on Taiwan, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said in an interview with New York Times.

Trump’s tariffs condemned by BRICS amid trade tensions

Donald Trump's punitive tariffs and aggressive trade measures were criticised on Sunday, July 6, by BRICS leaders gathered in Brazil, although notably absent were Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping

New Webb discovery: Planet TWA 7b could host life

The James Webb Space Telescope has made another remarkable discovery: a massive planet that could potentially support life, according to several space

France airport chaos: Strike grounds over 40% of flights

Hundreds of flights have already been canceled, affecting over 70,000 passengers, as a major air traffic controller strike causes widespread disruption across France's

Trump-Putin: No progress on Ukraine war end

U.S. President Donald Trump stated he made no progress in discussions with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin regarding an end to Russia's war against Ukraine. He made the statement on Thursday, July 3, to journalists at Joint Base Andrews near Washington, DW reported.

Crete wildfire: Thousands evacuated from tourist areas

A massive wildfire broke out on Wednesday in southeastern Crete, near the town of Ierapetra, forcing the evacuation of at least 3,000 people, including tourists, and causing extensive damage. The flames, fueled by strong wind gusts, quickly engulfed forested areas and residential settlements, Reuters reported.

EU nears trade deal with US amid tariff threat

It's increasingly clear that after a period of aggressive rhetoric and provocative gestures, European Union states are ready to sign an agreement to avoid a trade war with the United States.

US lawmaker demands answers on frozen Ukraine aid

U.S. Representative Brian Fitzpatrick, a Republican from Pennsylvania, has officially called for an urgent briefing from the White House and the Department of Defense.

USAID dissolved: Trump reshapes US foreign aid

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been officially dissolved, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Tuesday.

Key German support for Moldova's European integration

Germany, a founding member of the European Union, plays "an active role" in supporting the Republic of Moldova's European integration and national economic development.