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Tokyo appeals for G7 unity over Ukraine
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has urged his fellow leaders from the Group of Seven nations to remain united in their efforts to bring peace to Ukraine.
EU expands oil and gas sanctions in 16th package
The EU has imposed additional measures against Russia’s oil and gas industry as part of its 16th sanctions package, while stopping short of any further restrictions on the bloc’s purchase of Russian LNG.
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan put border troubles behind them
Opening way for commerce.
Bulgaria moves towards eurozone entry despite violent far-right protest
PM Rossen Zhelyazkov says Bulgaria has met final criterion for euro adoption and will request extraordinary convergence reports.
US sides with Russia in voting against a Ukraine-sponsored UN resolution to condemn the war on its third anniversary
The US voted with Russia and its allies against a resolution condemning the invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing conflict on February 24 as the Western unity to support Kyiv in its struggle continues to crumble.
Relief in Emerging Europe at AfD’s election defeat, but concern over party's gains
Mainstream politicians across Central and Southeast Europe have expressed relief at the outcome of Germany's general election, which saw the far-right Alternative for Germany make gains but ultimately fall short of securing victory.
Iran kills Peugeot model after 25 years production
Iran has finally ended production of the long-in-the-tooth Peugeot Pars model as people move to Chinese competitors in droves.
Israeli politician claims Netanyahu's son forced into exile for assaulting father
Israeli Labor Party MP Naama Lazimi, claimed during a Knesset Finance Committee meeting on February 23 meeting that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's son Yair was forced into exile after allegedly hitting his father.
EU suspends economic sanctions imposed on Syria
The European Council decided on February 24 during its meeting in Brussels, to suspend several sanctions and restrictive measures previously imposed on Syria under the former regime.
Erdogan challenger Imamoglu hit with new probe day after he applies to run for Turkish presidency
Investigation shows “how much they fear” his candidacy says opposition leader.
President Zelenskiy says he is willing to quit if Ukraine gets security guarantees, Nato membership
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he'd be ready to give up presidency if it brought peace, Nato membership and genuine security guarantees for Ukraine.
US administration 'misinformed about Romanian elections', says presidential candidate Nicusor Dan
US Vice President JD Vance and billionaire Elon Musk have repeatedly criticised the cancelation of Romania's 2024 presidential election and expressed support for far-right candidate Calin Georgescu.
Nato, EUFOR ready to prevent destabilisation of Bosnia after new secession threats
Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik has threatened that Republika Srpska will secede from Bosnia if he is convicted in an ongoing trial.
Hungarian judges demonstrate for freedom of judiciary
Thousands of judges and court workers held a demonstration in Budapest on February 22 for the freedom of the judiciary, organised by the Hungarian Judiciary Association (MABIE).
Albania targeted by British campaigners who want Trump-style aid cuts
Campaigners who want London to emulate DOGE and make drastic cuts to foreign aid and government services have found Albania a useful scapegoat.
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Israeli Prime Minister calls for disarmament in southern Syria
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for the disarmament of Daraa, Suwayda, and Quneitra in southern Syria saying the new Syrian administration should not enter these provinces.
Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines to resume flights to Iran
German flag carrier Lufthansa and its Austrian subsidiary will resume flights to Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in early March.
Thousands mourn Hezbollah leaders at historic Beirut funeral
Tens of thousands of mourners filled Beirut's Sports City Stadium for the funeral of Hezbollah's Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine on February 23, in what officials called Lebanon's largest memorial service in 20 years.
Russia's Rosatom in talks to build new nuclear power plant in Iran
Russian state-run atomic energy giant Rosatom is in talks to construct another nuclear power plant (NPP) in Iran, the company’s chief said.
Far-right opponents of euro adoption storm EU offices in Bulgaria
Thousands of supporters of pro-Russian Vazrazhdane protest against Bulgaria’s planned introduction of the European single currency.