Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has openly declared his intention to hold direct talks with Vladimir Putin. Calling for an end to the "senseless killing," the Slovak leader is ready to go against the general EU trend and raise issues that many in the West still consider taboo.

Six hours of intense grilling, accusations of outright lying, and record budgetary holes: Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth’s first appearance before Congress since the start of the war with Iran turned into a political thriller. While the Trump administration reports the destruction of nuclear facilities, lawmakers are tallying damages that have already surpassed $25 billion, pushing the U.S. to the brink of a financial and logistical crisis.

The visit of high-ranking military officials to Kyrgyzstan began with a tribute of profound respect to shared history. The heads of the defense departments of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization countries synchronized their positions before key negotiations, starting their workday with a solemn ritual of remembrance.

The Republic of Mali is grappling with its severest security crisis since the military junta took power. Following an unprecedented wave of coordinated attacks by Tuareg rebels and jihadist groups, the country's Defense Minister, Lieutenant General Sadio Camara, has been killed, while the standing of Russian mercenaries in key northern regions remains in doubt.

An anomalous concentration of U.S. strategic aircraft has been recorded at Israel’s primary international gateway, Ben Gurion Airport. The arrival of dozens of American KC-46 and KC-135 tankers has ignited widespread speculation regarding a potential escalation and preparations for a new phase of large-scale military operations in the region.

Iran is pushing the boundaries of its missile arsenal. During a recent demonstration of military capability, Tehran unveiled its latest ballistic missile, the Khorramshahr-4, featuring technical specifications that have drawn significant concern from international experts.

The Pentagon has carried out a successful operation to intercept the tanker M/T Tifani in the Indo-Pacific region. The vessel, sailing without a national flag, is suspected of operating within Iran's shadow logistics networks.

World leaders are attempting to avert a global energy collapse amidst contradictory actions by the U.S. and Iran. Meeting in Paris, representatives from 49 nations discussed the creation of an independent defensive mission in the Strait of Hormuz to shield oil and food supplies from the potential "privatization" of the waterway.

Kyrgyzstan is preparing for the most extensive overhaul of its internal governance system in the history of its independence. President Sadyr Japarov has announced the second stage of administrative reform, which will result in the complete abolition of the traditional regions (oblasts) and districts (rayons).

A unique digital resource has been launched in Germany that may fundamentally alter how many Germans view their ancestry. An online platform hosted by the Arolsen Archives has opened access to over 12 million documents, allowing anyone to instantly verify whether their relatives were members of the Nazi Party (NSDAP) between 1920 and 1945.

Diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire have hit a deadlock: following inconclusive talks in Islamabad, Tehran has officially confirmed its readiness for multi-year defense in the war against the United States. The Iranian side states it will not make concessions on matters of state sovereignty or national dignity.

The diplomatic marathon between Washington and Tehran continues despite increasingly hostile rhetoric. According to sources from The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), a new round of negotiations between the United States and Iran could take place within the next few days, as both sides strive to keep the "door for diplomacy" open.

A major new study by Stanford University scientists has presented a historic bill to the world's largest economies. Over the last three decades, greenhouse gas emissions produced by the United States have inflicted a staggering $10 trillion in damages on the global economy, disproportionately striking the planet's most vulnerable regions.

The UNESCO headquarters in Paris was transformed into a vibrant hub of Eastern hospitality. Initiated by Uzbekistan and supported by 12 other nations, a large-scale celebration of Navruz took place, showcasing a festival that has become a global symbol of unity and intercultural dialogue.

The world has breathed a sigh of relief: just hours before Donald Trump’s devastating ultimatum was set to expire, Washington and Tehran reached an agreement on a two-week ceasefire. The pivotal condition of the deal was the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which instantly caused global oil prices to plummet.

Iran’s state broadcaster released footage allegedly showing destroyed US military aviation equipment.

Russia is preparing to send a second oil tanker to Cuba amid the island’s ongoing energy crisis. The announcement was made by Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev.

US President Donald Trump signaled a possible US exit from NATO, criticizing allies for refusing to participate in the Strait of Hormuz operation amid the conflict with Iran.

US President Donald Trump has threatened to “completely” destroy Iran’s energy infrastructure if Tehran fails to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Washington weighs potential military scenarios.

China has showcased a group of combat robot dogs capable of operating as a coordinated “pack,” sharing data and distributing tasks in near-autonomous mode.