Russia Faces Potential Tripling of Budget Deficit as Oil Revenues Fall
Russia's public deficit could increase significantly, potentially reaching nearly triple the official target by the end of 2026. This projection comes as a result...
On the Brink: The Roots of the UN’s ‘Financial Collapse’ Warning
U. N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has raised serious concerns about the financial health of the United Nations, warning of an "imminent financial collapse" due...
EXPLAINER: Who Has Nuclear Weapons, and Why Should We Care
Nuclear weapons are the most powerful bombs, using nuclear fission to release energy, with hydrogen bombs also utilizing fusion. The U. S. dropped the...
To Counter Sabotage and Disinformation, Germany Seeks New Spy Powers
Germany's government aims to give its spy agencies more powers to fight rising hybrid threats. This move is sensitive due to Germany's strict post-war...
U.S. Navy Shoots Down Iranian Drone Near Aircraft Carrier in Gulf
The U. S. military shot down an Iranian drone that approached the Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea. This incident took place...
Rising Cryptocurrency Activity in Iran Prompts Increased U.S. Oversight
U. S. investigators are looking into whether certain cryptocurrency platforms have helped Iranian officials avoid sanctions as crypto activity grows in Iran. Last year,...
China Threatens Panama with ‘Heavy Prices’ Over Axed Port Contract
China warned Panama on Tuesday about "heavy prices" after Panama's Supreme Court annulled CK Hutchison's contract to operate two ports at the Panama Canal....
Somaliland Seeks Israel Trade Pact, Offers Access to Key Minerals
Somaliland is close to finalizing a trade agreement with Israel, the first nation to recognize its independence. Somaliland’s leader, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, mentioned...
‘Time for Made in Europe’: EU Industry Chief Calls for Strategic Push
Europe is being urged to adopt a "Made in Europe" strategy to safeguard its industries, according to EU industry chief Stephane Sejourne. This call...
Nielsen’s Warning: Trump’s Eye Still on Acquiring Greenland
Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen expressed on Monday that, despite U. S. President Donald Trump ruling out military action, the U. S. still aims...