Trump says it’s ‘very early’ to talk about a Hegseth 2028 presidential campaign
WASHINGTON, Aug 31 – U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday told reporters it was too soon to discuss his potential successor, sidestepping talk of a 2028 campaign by Defense Secretary…
With US Bill’s fate in balance, Ukraine to lobby US on Russia sanctions
The Bill is seen as an important message to Ukraine – and Russia – of continuing US support for the government in Kyiv. Read More
Poland starts ‘terrorist’ investigation after drone factory fire
Poland, a key ally of neighbouring Ukraine, has accused Russia several times of attempted sabotage. Read More
Russia’s finance minister makes unexpected appearance at G-20 meeting
Anton Siluanov’s appearance drew ire from some European leaders. Read More
Funicular to be replaced in Portugal’s Lisbon after deadly accident that left 16 dead
Eleven foreigners were among the dead when the cable on the 140-year-old Gloria funicular broke in 2025. Read More
Ukraine revamps security protocols after Russian drone strikes aimed at ‘paralysing’ capital
Russia has drastically increased its daily drone attacks on its neighbour. Read More
Verdict expected this week for suspected mastermind of Caruana Galizia murder
VALLETTA, Aug 31 – The jury trial of a Maltese businessman accused of masterminding the car bomb murder of prominent anti-corruption journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia entered its final phase on…
Trump was sending message to Iran with Kharg Island post, says Vance
Aug 31 – U.S. President Donald Trump was sending a message to Iran with his social media post about Iran’s energy hub of Kharg Island being blown to smithereens, Vice…
Peru seeks to lead UN labour body amid funding shortfall
GENEVA, Aug 31 – Peru has entered the race to lead the International Labour Organization, its website showed on Monday, as the body grapples with a financial shortfall that may…
Kosovo parties strike deal to elect president, breaking deadlock
PRISTINA, Aug 31 – The party of Kosovo’s caretaker Prime Minister Albin Kurti, Vetevendosje (VV), and the opposition Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) agreed on Monday to back the election…