News Digest /
World News
World News
04:45am, Monday, Apr 27, 2026
Canada's Mark Carney denies reports that Donald Trump demanded an 'entry fee' from Canada ahead of USMCA trade deal review talks, emphasizing readiness for negotiations amid tariff tensions.
04:25am, Monday, Apr 27, 2026
Italy is poised to overtake Greece as the eurozone's most indebted country this year, with debt levels projected to rise despite sluggish growth and recent financial incentives impacting the economy.
03:20am, Monday, Apr 27, 2026
Russia's central bank trims its key interest rate by 50 basis points to 14.5%, citing risks from Middle East tensions and raised its 2026 oil price forecast to $65 a barrel, despite a weak economy facing one-off shocks.
04:34am, Friday, Apr 24, 2026
The European Union has approved a €90 billion loan to Ukraine alongside its 20th sanctions package targeting Russia, aiming to bolster Ukraine's financial and military resilience while addressing ongoing geopolitical conflicts.
02:14am, Thursday, Apr 23, 2026
Following President Trump's unexpected halt to renewed attacks on Iran, Tehran clamps down on the strategic Strait of Hormuz, seizing vessels amid ongoing tension and uncertain ceasefire status.
07:18am, Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026
Amid increasing drone and missile strikes from Iran, the US has deployed Ukraine's proven Sky Map counter-drone system at a Saudi Arabian air base to bolster defenses alongside existing American tech.
03:33am, Tuesday, Apr 21, 2026
The US military boarded and seized the Iranian-flagged container ship Touska near Iran's coast, suspecting it carried dual-use items potentially intended for military applications, stirring tensions amid ceasefire agreements.
05:52am, Monday, Apr 20, 2026
Iran's President emphasizes the need for diplomacy with the U.S. but underscores persistent distrust as talks near a ceasefire deadline and maritime tensions escalate.
05:33am, Monday, Apr 20, 2026
A Ukrainian drone assault hit Russia's strategic Tuapse port, killing one and injuring another. The attack caused fires and property damage in the region, adding tension amid stalled peace talks.
04:40am, Monday, Apr 20, 2026
Tensions heightened as the US captured an Iranian cargo vessel, prompting Iranian threats of retaliation and Iran's refusal to continue peace talks. Oil prices surged amid fears of prolonged Strait of Hormuz disruption.
05:04am, Friday, Apr 17, 2026
Oil prices dipped as hopes rise for ceasefire talks to resolve the Iran conflict, which has disrupted global oil supply via the Strait of Hormuz. Brent and WTI crude futures slip below $100 per barrel.
06:12am, Thursday, Apr 16, 2026
President Trump shifts tactics with an economic blockade against Iran, aiming to cripple its oil exports and force concessions amid ongoing conflict, risking wider disruptions in global oil and political stability.
06:08am, Thursday, Apr 16, 2026
The US and Hamas held direct talks in Cairo to push forward a fragile ceasefire agreement in Gaza, but disagreements over disarmament and ceasefire compliance continue to hamper progress.
07:32pm, Tuesday, Apr 14, 2026
Hui Ka Yan, founder of China Evergrande Group, pleaded guilty to fraud-related charges in Shenzhen court, closing a chapter on the troubled developer's crisis and its impact on China's property sector.
07:27pm, Tuesday, Apr 14, 2026
Despite US blockade aimed at Iranian ports, shipping through Strait of Hormuz shows minimal disruption on day one, with several vessels-including sanctioned tankers-passing through without incident.
11:48am, Monday, Apr 13, 2026
President Trump warns Iranian vessels approaching the U.S.-enforced Strait of Hormuz blockade of immediate elimination, amid stalled negotiations and rising tensions, pushing oil prices above $100.
04:14am, Thursday, Apr 09, 2026
President Trump declares US military assets will stay near Iran until a full agreement is upheld, hinting at renewed military action if Tehran violates the deal amid ongoing tensions over nuclear compliance.
04:44am, Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron says more than 15 countries plan to support safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran ceasefire, highlighting ongoing regional complexities including Lebanon's situation.
04:32am, Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026
Israel endorses President Trump's temporary halt on strikes targeting Iran, with a key exclusion of Lebanon from the ceasefire. The move aims to ease Middle East tensions amid scheduled diplomatic talks.
04:28am, Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026
Australian PM Anthony Albanese applauds the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in the Middle East but voices concern over President Trump's harsh rhetoric and recent criticism of Australia's role in the conflict.
04:26am, Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026
A sudden ceasefire between the US and Iran halts escalating conflict, stabilizing oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistan steps in as mediator with talks scheduled in Islamabad.
04:22am, Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026
Gold prices climbed to a near month-long high following President Trump's announcement of a two-week pause on military action against Iran, sending oil prices tumbling and the dollar slipping.
04:15am, Monday, Mar 30, 2026
Donald Trump reports direct negotiations with Iran are progressing positively, hinting at a potential ceasefire soon, despite ongoing regional tensions and conflicting official statements.
04:06am, Friday, Mar 27, 2026
In 2025, France managed to reduce its budget deficit to 5.1% of GDP, beating expectations due to brisk economic growth and increased tax revenues. Public debt edges higher to 115.6%, with cautious outlook for 2026.
07:50am, Monday, Mar 23, 2026
Turkey urges Iran to refrain from escalating conflicts across the Middle East, emphasizing dialogue with Washington and Tehran amid ongoing regional hostilities.
07:39am, Monday, Mar 23, 2026
Oil markets tighten as President Trump sets a 48-hour ultimatum for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, sparking price hikes amid fears of prolonged supply disruptions.
07:38am, Monday, Mar 23, 2026
Havana regains nearly half of its electricity after a second nationwide blackout spiraled from a power plant failure amid a US oil blockade straining Cuba's fragile grid.
11:13am, Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026
NATO allies are coordinating plans to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, says Secretary General Mark Rutte, signaling an international push to ease trade disruptions in this key maritime chokepoint.
11:09am, Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026
Senator Rand Paul challenges President Trump's nominee for Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, over past inflammatory remarks amid scrutiny of the nomination and immigration policy tensions.
11:05am, Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026
Joe Kent resigns as National Counterterrorism Center director, condemning Iran war as unjust and influenced by Israeli interests, raising questions about U.S. foreign policy direction.
10:41am, Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026
Russia pledges steadfast support to Cuba following Trump's assertion he'll 'take' the Communist nation, highlighting rising tensions and Moscow's readiness to assist financially and politically.
10:38am, Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026
Gold prices edged up as tensions in Iran escalate and key central bank meetings loom, highlighting the metal's tug-of-war between geopolitical risk and dollar strength.
10:04am, Monday, Mar 16, 2026
Donald Trump issues stark warning about NATO's stability if key allies don't support U.S. efforts in response to Iran's blockade of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, spotlighting tensions with China and upcoming diplomatic summits.
09:29am, Monday, Mar 16, 2026
As the Iran conflict drags into its third week, oil prices spike and inflation concerns grow. Meanwhile, Nvidia's AI developer event and upcoming Federal Reserve decisions keep markets on edge.
09:08am, Monday, Mar 16, 2026
European foreign ministers convene to explore pathways for reopening the Strait of Hormuz to crucial oil and fertilizer shipments, examining UN-backed mechanisms and naval mission adjustments.
09:07am, Monday, Mar 16, 2026
For the second day in a row, drones have targeted the oil zone in Fujairah, U.A.E., sparking fires but causing no injuries - raising fresh concerns about regional energy security.
04:31am, Thursday, Feb 26, 2026
Russia launched overnight missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia, injuring at least 20 people and damaging residential buildings and infrastructure.
05:46am, Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026
Following a drone attack on Russia's Novorossiysk port affecting US-linked economic assets, the US State Department formally warned Ukraine to avoid targeting American interests, marking a delicate moment in the Black Sea conflict.
05:36am, Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026
In a bold move during the State of the Union, Donald Trump told major tech firms to build their own power plants to curb electricity price hikes linked to data centers, signaling shifts in energy and tech sectors.
Sign In