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Putin Appoints Nikitin as Deputy Minister of Transport
Russian President Vladimir Putin has appointed Andrey Nikitin as Deputy Minister of Transport, replacing Roman Starovoit. Nikitin had been serving as deputy since February. No official reason was given for Starovoit's dismissal, though…
Trump Threatens Tariffs on BRICS-Aligned Nations
US President Donald Trump announced a 10% increase in customs duties on countries aligning with BRICS, calling the bloc’s policies “anti-US.” The statement followed the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, hosted by Brazil.
Trump said,…
Türkiye’s Fidan Meets Iranian FM at BRICS Summit in Brazil
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi during the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Representing President Erdoğan, Fidan discussed regional developments and Iran’s nuclear talks. He…
ECO Leaders Meet in Khankendi for 17th Summit
The 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) convened in Khankendi, Azerbaijan, with the participation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and other regional leaders. Hosted by Azerbaijani President Ilham…
Syria Unveils New National Emblem
Following the fall of the Assad regime, Syria has introduced a new national emblem—the "Golden Eagle"—marking a symbolic break from the 61-year Baathist rule. The emblem was unveiled during nationwide celebrations, including a major…
China Urges Closer Ties with EU
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, visiting Brussels for the China-EU Strategic Dialogue, called for stronger China-EU relations and deeper communication ahead of the upcoming leaders' summit. After meeting EU Council President Antonio…
Germany Urges EU Action on Border Controls
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the Schengen area's free movement must be protected but cannot be abused by migrant smugglers. After meeting Luxembourg Prime Minister Luc Frieden in Berlin, Merz stressed the need for stronger EU…
Thai PM Suspended Over Leaked Call With Former Cambodian Leader
Thailand’s Constitutional Court suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra after a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen caused outrage. In the call, Shinawatra criticized a Thai military commander and appeared…
Trump to Lift Most Sanctions on Syria
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order lifting most sanctions on Syria, White House Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt announced. The decision excludes penalties on the Assad regime, human rights violators, ISIS affiliates, and…
Lavrov: NATO Spending Hike Will Lead to Collapse
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed that NATO’s increased defense spending will harm the alliance and lead to its collapse.
Speaking after the CSTO meeting in Kyrgyzstan, Lavrov criticized Poland’s foreign minister and said…