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Inside the Brooklyn jail where Nicolás Maduro is reportedly being held
Reports suggesting that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is being held in a federal detention facility in Brooklyn have triggered intense debate, though key details...
Politics
US soldier accused of using classified intel for betting profits
A US special forces soldier has been arrested after allegedly using classified military information to generate personal financial gain, in a case that has...
Europe
Italian lawyer Daniela Paccoi under investigation over alleged links to Albanian drug trafficking network
An Italian lawyer has come under criminal investigation after authorities alleged she may have acted as a key intermediary in a suspected international drug...
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Balkans
Is Albania closer to the EU? What Metsola and Kos are saying
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has praised Albania’s progress toward European Union membership, describing the country as one of the leaders in the current...
Balkans
Edi Rama in Athens for Delphi forum, set to meet Mitsotakis and sign investment agreement
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama is expected in Athens for an official visit coinciding with his participation in the Delphi Economic Forum, where he...
Technology
WhatsApp tests “plus” subscription with new premium features
WhatsApp is entering a new phase in its business strategy, testing a paid subscription model that introduces premium features without altering the app’s free...
Business
Condom prices set to rise as Iran warf disrupts global supply chains
The world’s largest condom manufacturer, Karex, is preparing to raise prices by up to 30%, as disruptions linked to the Iran conflict continue to...
United States
Former CIA officer: Trump was blocked from accessing nuclear codes
Claims that former US President Donald Trump was denied access to US nuclear launch codes by a senior military official have surfaced online, but...
Insights
Mossad’s targeted killings: Inside Israel’s most controversial covert strategy
Targeted killings have, for decades, been one of the most debated instruments of Israel’s national security policy. According to international reporting and expert analysis,...
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How Iran reportedly turned reality into its strongest weapon in the AI propaganda war
In the early phase of the conflict with Iran, the battle for narrative control appeared as intense as the fighting itself. While the White...
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Trump’s stance on Nato risks weakening global security
According to recent commentary and political signals surrounding Donald Trump, concerns are growing that his approach to Nato could have consequences far beyond rhetoric....
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SERE: The training that prepares US forces for the moment everything goes wrong
When a military mission fails, the consequences are immediate and unforgiving. Aircraft go down. Units become isolated. Communication is lost. At that point, modern...
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AI in space is becoming reality—but experts warn of growing orbital risks
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is no longer just a software story. According to industry leaders and analysts, its most pressing challenges are...
Insights
Orbán at a turning point: from disruptive insider to isolated leader in the EU
Key PointsViktor Orbán faces growing isolation within the European Union
Blocking financial support for Ukraine has deepened tensions with European leaders
A rising...
Insights
A war beyond the battlefield
Key PointsThe conflict has moved beyond Iran, affecting global energy routes and economic systems.
Iran is leveraging asymmetric tactics to offset military losses...
Europe
Europe
Germany warns of weaker growth as Middle East tensions weigh on outlook
Germany’s economy is expected to grow more slowly than previously forecast, with rising tensions in the Middle East weighing heavily on the outlook, according...
Europe
UK and France lead push to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions
The United Kingdom and France are hosting a multinational meeting in London aimed at addressing the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital...
Europe
Trump signals strain in US–Italy ties as Meloni defends transatlantic unity
Donald Trump has intensified criticism of Italy, suggesting that relations with Rome are “not the same anymore” as disagreements grow over how to handle...
Sport
Formula 1
F1 introduces rule changes to address concerns over new engine regulations
Formula 1 has approved a series of rule changes aimed at easing the issues created by its new engine regulations, following growing concerns from...
Sport
Mark Allen fights back from ‘embarrassing’ start to reach last 16 at World Snooker Championship
Mark Allen staged a strong comeback at the World Snooker Championship, recovering from what he described as an “absolutely embarrassing” start to defeat Zhang...
Basketball
Lakers make strong start to NBA playoffs as LeBron leads depleted lineup past Rockets
The Los Angeles Lakers made an assured start to the NBA playoffs, defeating the Houston Rockets 107-98 in Game 1, despite missing several key...
Sport
WrestleMania 42: Date, start time and what to expect in 2026
WrestleMania 42 is set to take place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, as WWE brings its...