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Orban Loss May Ease Hungary’s Tensions with European Union

Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stymied the European Union for years, and particularly in recent months. Peter Magyar’s election could change that.

Analysis: Islamic NATO Or Europe - Is Gulf Rethinking Its Options After Trump's 'Betrayal'? - NDTV

Analysis: Islamic NATO Or Europe - Is Gulf Rethinking Its Options After Trump's 'Betrayal'? NDTV.

Starmer says UK will not support US blockade of Strait of Hormuz

Other US allies criticise Trump's move, including France, Spain and Turkiye, and China also condemns the plan.

Defeat of Orban Removes Ukraine’s Biggest Nemesis in Europe

The Hungarian leader’s pro-Moscow tilt cemented his reputation in Kyiv as a spoiler. Now, Ukraine hopes a 90 billion euro loan he blocked will be disbursed.

To Fill Drone Force Ranks, Russia Targets a New Demographic: Students

Recruitment sessions have taken place at hundreds of universities and colleges across the country.

Trump says US spending on NATO to face 'serious examination' - Türkiye Today

Trump says US spending on NATO to face 'serious examination' Türkiye Today Trump says US spending on NATO to face 'serious examination' Türkiye Today.

Iran War Live Updates: Oil Climbs Back Above $100 as U.S. Plans Hormuz Blockade

The U. S. military said it would block ships entering or exiting Iranian ports or coastal areas starting at 10 a. m. Eastern. European leaders distanced themselves from the plan.

Middle East crisis live: US blockade of Iran’s ports to begin today as Pope Leo says he has ‘no intention to debate’ Trump over war - The Guardian

Middle East crisis live: US blockade of Iran’s ports to begin today as Pope Leo says he has ‘no intention to debate’ Trump over war The Guardian Middle East crisis live: US blockade of Iran’s ports to begin today as Pope Leo says he has ‘no intention to debate’ Trump over war The Guardian.

How the US-Iran talks in Islamabad unfolded

Pakistan has been under the spotlight as it managed what others couldn’t due to its ties with the Gulf, US and China.

Iran-US war latest: US threat to blockade Strait of Hormuz ‘amounts to piracy’ and violates ceasefire, warns Tehran - The Independent

Iran-US war latest: US threat to blockade Strait of Hormuz ‘amounts to piracy’ and violates ceasefire, warns Tehran The Independent Iran-US war latest: US threat to blockade Strait of Hormuz ‘amounts to piracy’ and violates ceasefire, warns Tehran The Independent.

U.S. military to block ships from Iran's ports after peace talks fail

The U. S. Central Command said the blockade would be "enforced impartially against vessels of all nations" from 10 a. m. EDT, following the breakdown of talks after 21 hours of negotiations.

And the election winner is … the candidate who can afford Africa’s soaring nomination fees

Presidential elections in Djibouti and Benin at the weekend highlighted how a costly electoral system is reshaping democracyAlexis Mohamed would have loved to stand against his former boss. A longtime adviser to Djibouti’s president, Ismail Omar Guelleh, Mohamed resigned last September, citing democratic regression in the country. But at the election at the weekend, Mohamed was not on the ballot. N N.

Iran’s army says US plan to blockade Hormuz ‘amounts to piracy’

The US restrictions on maritime navigation and transit in international waters are illegal, Iranian military says.

Israeli forces fire tear gas near Palestinian schoolchildren

Israeli forces fired tear gas towards a group of children trying to walk to school in the occupied West Bank.

Nvidia Stock Slips as Iran War Ceasefire Hopes Fade - Barron's

Nvidia Stock Slips as Iran War Ceasefire Hopes Fade Barron's Nvidia Stock Slips as Iran War Ceasefire Hopes Fade Barron's.

Live updates: Iran war news; US to blockade ships from Iranian ports, Trump claims ceasefire ‘holding well’ - CNN

Live updates: Iran war news; US to blockade ships from Iranian ports, Trump claims ceasefire ‘holding well’ CNN Live updates: Iran war news; US to blockade ships from Iranian ports, Trump claims ceasefire ‘holding well’ CNN.

How a UK military college sought to distance itself from ban on Israelis

Head of defence college asked military official to ensure government took ownership of ban, emails reveal.

After talks fail, IDF planning for return to war, Trump mulls strikes on Iran . reports - The Times of Israel

After talks fail, IDF planning for return to war, Trump mulls strikes on Iran. reports The Times of Israel.

Israelis Don’t Feel Much Like Victors in War With Iran

The regime in Iran has not changed and the nuclear and missile threats have not been eliminated, leaving many Israelis to wonder what this was all for.

Millions in war-ravaged Sudan surviving on one meal a day, say NGOs

Many people resorting to eating leaves and animal feed to survive in North Darfur and South Kordofan states.

US blockade of Iran would worsen global energy crisis, analysts say

While US military says it will blockade Iranian ports only, move would have ripples worldwide,.

What Iran is saying about US plan to blockade ports

Iran’s military has called US blockade plans in the Strait of Hormuz an “act of piracy”.

Morning news brief

President Trump says U. S. will blockade the Strait of Hormuz, failed U. S.-Iran negotiations cause oil prices to surge, Hungary's Viktor Orbán loses reelection bid.

Gaza's ceasefire hasn't brought the surge of aid it promised

President Trump's ceasefire in Gaza was supposed to ease Israel's blockade, but restrictions on aid remain tight six months later.

Pope Leo, Hours After Trump Criticism, Says He Has ‘No Fear’

President Trump lashed out on Sunday night at Pope Leo XIV, who responded hours later by saying he would continue to oppose war.

Pope says he has 'no fear' of Trump after scathing criticism

The US president accuses Leo of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy".

‘The perception is Carney is a wartime leader’: why Canada’s PM could secure a majority

As Trump’s actions spark a desire for stability, analysts say Carney is in effect assembling a union governmentCanada’s prime minister, Mark Carney, is on the brink of securing a majority government, with his Liberal party poised to win at least two closely watched byelections and courting an “almost unprecedented” string of defections from rival parties. Carney’s ability to turn a strong minority.

Elections and Defections Are Likely to Unshackle Canada’s Liberals

Prime Minister Mark Carney, who heads a minority government, is expected to gain a majority in the House of Commons after three special elections on Monday.

After Victor Orbán's election loss, what's next for Hungary?

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with David Pressman, who served as U. S. ambassador to Hungary in the Biden administration, about Victor Orban's election loss and what this means for Hungary.

‘The Strangest Sleepover Ever’: Dutch Skeptical as Their Royals Visit Trump

The Dutch king and queen are set to stay at the White House on Monday night. At a time of trans-Atlantic tension, the Netherlands isn’t sure how it feels about that.

Strikes on alleged drug boats kill 5 in eastern Pacific, U.S. military says

The U. S. military said Sunday that it blew up two boats accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, as the Trump administration pursues its campaign against alleged traffickers in Latin America.

Peru election results delayed after thousands get a one-day voting extension

Voters will have to wait until at least Monday to learn the outcome of Sunday's presidential election after the process was mired with logistical issues that left thousands unable to cast ballots.

Ghanaian footballer killed after armed attackers open fire at team bus

The team was returning from a fixture when they were attacked by "masked men wielding guns and assault rifles", officials say.

Orbán era swept away by Péter Magyar's Hungary election landslide

Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule is over, defeated by a 45-year-old ex-party insider who convinced a majority of Hungarians to oust him.

Who is Peter Magyar, Hungary’s new leader who trounced Viktor Orban?

Magyar's centre-right Tisza Party has won a two-thirds majority in Hungary's parliamentary elections.

Geopolitical events are buying opportunities, says Yardeni Research's Ed Yardeni - CNBC

Geopolitical events are buying opportunities, says Yardeni Research's Ed Yardeni CNBC Geopolitical events are buying opportunities, says Yardeni Research's Ed Yardeni CNBC.

Crowds gather ahead of Bollywood legend Asha Bhosle's funeral

The singer, who died at the age of 92, will be cremated with full state honours on Monday.

Protesters rally in Paris against ‘liberty-killing’ anti-Semitism bill

Hundreds of protesters gathered in Paris to oppose a proposed law aimed at combating ‘renewed forms’ of anti-Semitism.

Relearning the language of power: how the EU can turn trade into geoeconomic deterrence - Real Instituto Elcano

Relearning the language of power: how the EU can turn trade into geoeconomic deterrence Real Instituto Elcano Relearning the language of power: how the EU can turn trade into geoeconomic deterrence Real Instituto Elcano.

Katya Adler: Jubilation in Budapest will be felt in Europe but leaves Moscow cold

European leaders share Hungarians' joy over the ousting of Vladimir Putin's EU ally, writes the BBC's Europe editor.

Britney Spears goes into rehab after driving under the influence arrest

The singer voluntarily checks herself into a treatment facility, three weeks before her court date.

A Closed Strait of Hormuz Risks a Global Food Security Crisis - War on the Rocks

A Closed Strait of Hormuz Risks a Global Food Security Crisis War on the Rocks A Closed Strait of Hormuz Risks a Global Food Security Crisis War on the Rocks.

Carney on verge of Liberal majority government as votes cast in three by-elections

One more seat could solidify the Canadian PM's hold on power after several Conservatives defected.

‘This scene is alive’: Abidjan art week showcases city as growing cultural hub

Late-night gallery tours and new venues signal a city staking its claim as a regional arts capitalOn a recent weekday evening, the doors of more than a dozen galleries and museums across Abidjan stayed open till midnight, several hours later than usual, as art enthusiasts went around town on a bus tour. It was the Night of the Galleries, designed for people to drop in after work and enjoy Abidjan.

Nukes and Nassau Hall: Inside Princeton’s Science and Global Security Program - The Daily Princetonian

Nukes and Nassau Hall: Inside Princeton’s Science and Global Security Program The Daily Princetonian Nukes and Nassau Hall: Inside Princeton’s Science and Global Security Program The Daily Princetonian.

A stampede at a Haitian mountaintop fortress kills at least 25 people and injures dozens

A stampede at a mountaintop fortress popular with tourists in northern Haiti has killed at least 25 people and injured dozens of others, authorities said.

Cyberattacks, Tariffs, Geopolitics Loom Over Business Executives - Bloomberg Law News

Cyberattacks, Tariffs, Geopolitics Loom Over Business Executives Bloomberg Law News Cyberattacks, Tariffs, Geopolitics Loom Over Business Executives Bloomberg Law News.

Bitcoin Retreats as Geopolitics, Rate Expectations Weigh on Crypto - Barron's

Bitcoin Retreats as Geopolitics, Rate Expectations Weigh on Crypto Barron's Bitcoin Retreats as Geopolitics, Rate Expectations Weigh on Crypto Barron's.

Review – The National Interest: Politics After Globalization - E-International Relations

Review – The National Interest: Politics After Globalization E-International Relations Review – The National Interest: Politics After Globalization E-International Relations.

India's growth big opportunity for int'l partners: India's envoy to US | 'India-US partnership spans govt-to-govt' | geopulse - geopulse

India's growth big opportunity for int'l partners: India's envoy to US | 'India-US partnership spans govt-to-govt' | geopulse India's growth big opportunity for int'l partners: India's envoy to US | 'India-US partnership spans govt-to-govt' | geopulse.