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Social Democrats Secure Victory in Romania's Parliamentary Elections Amid Rising Far-Right Support

With 99% of the votes counted in Romania’s parliamentary elections, the Social Democratic Party (PSD), led by Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu, has secured the largest share of the vote with 23%

World » Southeast Europe | December 2, 2024, Monday // 10:12 | Viewed: 2827

Hunter Biden Receives Presidential Pardon as Trump Criticizes 'Miscarriage of Justice'

US President Joe Biden has granted a presidential pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, absolving him of convictions related to gun crimes and tax violations

World | December 2, 2024, Monday // 09:40 | Viewed: 1696

Bulgaria’s 17 Years in the EU: Unmet Expectations and Limited EU Fund Utilization

Bulgaria's 17-year membership in the European Union has not lived up to the expectations of many Bulgarians, according to Senior Assistant Professor Dr. Tsvetomir Tsvetkov from Sofia Universit

World » EU | November 30, 2024, Saturday // 13:12 | Viewed: 4746

Zelensky: Joining NATO Is the Key to Defeating Russia Without Firing a Shot

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed a ceasefire condition that involves NATO accepting all of Ukraine into the alliance

World » Ukraine | November 30, 2024, Saturday // 11:43 | Viewed: 2132

North Macedonia's President: Bulgarian Veto and EU Pressure Undermine Regional Integration

North Macedonia’s President, Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, expressed her opposition to resolving issues related to what she referred to as the "Bulgarian veto," criticizing the European Union for its lack of a comprehensive enlargement strategy

World » Southeast Europe | November 29, 2024, Friday // 16:13 | Viewed: 2745

Syrian Rebels Advance on Aleppo, Targeting Pro-Assad Forces and Iranian Influence

In a surprise operation launched earlier this week, Syrian rebel groups have rapidly advanced towards Aleppo city

World | November 29, 2024, Friday // 15:19 | Viewed: 2149

Russian Forces Suffer Heavy Losses as Ukraine Fends Off Multiple Attacks on Key Fronts

Over the past day, Ukrainian forces have repelled more than 100 Russian attacks, with intense combat reported across several fronts.

World » Ukraine | November 29, 2024, Friday // 12:05 | Viewed: 2502

Australia Leads with World-First Social Media Ban for Children Under 16

Australia has enacted a groundbreaking law prohibiting children under the age of 16 from creating accounts on certain social media platforms

World | November 29, 2024, Friday // 11:00 | Viewed: 1557

Violence in Georgia: EU Membership Delayed, Public Outrage Intensifies

Protests erupted in Tbilisi after the ruling Georgian Dream party announced a delay in the country’s EU accession talks until 2028, sparking violent clashes between demonstrators and police

World » EU | November 29, 2024, Friday // 10:25 | Viewed: 1684

Temu Under US and EU Investigation Amid Forced Labor and App Security Allegations

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is investigating the Chinese e-commerce platform Temu for potential violations of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA)

World | November 29, 2024, Friday // 10:06 | Viewed: 3527

Fragile Calm Persists in Lebanon Despite Accusations of Ceasefire Violations

Israel and Lebanon exchanged accusations of violating a newly established ceasefire, following Israeli airstrikes targeting a Hezbollah facility in southern Lebanon

World | November 29, 2024, Friday // 09:59 | Viewed: 1474

Georgia Suspends EU Accession Talks Until 2028, Citing "Blackmail" from Brussels

Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party, led by Irakli Kobakhidze, has announced a suspension of its efforts to begin European Union accession negotiations until 2028

World » EU | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 18:15 | Viewed: 2337

EU Launches Criminal Proceedings Against Bulgaria and 22 Other Countries Over Cybersecurity Compliance

The European Commission (EC) has initiated criminal proceedings against Bulgaria and 22 other EU member states for failing to fully implement critical cybersecurity regulations

World » EU | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 16:04 | Viewed: 10789

Russia Eyes Decision-Making Centers in Kyiv as Ukraine Faces Energy Crisis

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a warning that strikes on Ukrainian "decision-making centers," including in Kyiv, may be targeted in response to ongoing attacks on Russian territory using long-range Western missiles

World » Ukraine | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 14:20 | Viewed: 1806

Russia’s Sabotage Campaign Could Force NATO to Invoke Article 5, Intelligence Chief Warns

Russia’s recent acts of sabotage against Western infrastructure may eventually prompt NATO to consider invoking its Article 5 mutual defense clause

World » Russia | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 13:04 | Viewed: 3089

Greece Adapts Underground Bunkers for Civil Defense Against Potential Nuclear Threat

Greek authorities have recently intensified efforts to prepare for potential threats in the wake of escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine

World » Southeast Europe | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 12:09 | Viewed: 1857

U.S. Pushes Ukraine to Lower Conscription Age Amid Rising Manpower Shortages

A senior U.S. official has called on Ukraine to lower the age of military conscription to 18, a proposal made in response to growing concerns over Ukraine's ability to replace its battlefield losses

World » Ukraine | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 11:07 | Viewed: 1669

Russia Suspends Forex Purchases Amid Ruble Freefall and Economic Challenges

The Russian Central Bank’s decision to halt foreign currency purchases on the domestic market came into effect following a sharp decline in the ruble

World » Russia | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 10:57 | Viewed: 2325

Ceasefire Brings Fragile Calm to Israel-Hezbollah Conflict as Focus Shifts to Gaza

Thousands of Lebanese residents returned to their homes on Wednesday as a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah militants took effect, signaling a pause in nearly 14 months of conflict.

World | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 09:54 | Viewed: 1787

Bulgaria's Acting PM: Border Control Readiness Key to Schengen Membership Approval

Acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev emphasized the importance of ensuring that border control institutions are fully prepared to reorganize their operations should Bulgaria’s Schengen membership be approved in December

World » EU | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 09:51 | Viewed: 2593

North Macedonia Faces EU Pressure to Resolve Constitutional Impasse

The European Union’s new enlargement commissioner, Slovenian Marta Kos, has called on North Macedonia to amend its constitution as a prerequisite for continuing its EU accession process

World » EU | November 28, 2024, Thursday // 08:37 | Viewed: 5024
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