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Trump suddenly says US will send 5,000 more troops to Poland
US President Donald Trump said that the United States would send an additional 5,000 troops to Poland, in an apparent reversal of earlier moves to reduce the American military presence in Europe.
Romania signs €16.7bn SAFE financing agreement with European Commission
Bucharest secures one of the EU’s largest allocations for military procurement and strategic infrastructure projects.
Turkey suffers severe stock market sell-off as Ankara court ousts opposition leader
Predecessor Kilicdaroglu reinstated. Removed party chief Ozel in meeting deciding on next move.
Russia plans to build nine fast-neutron nuclear power units by 2042
Russia plans to build nine fast-neutron nuclear power units by 2042 as part of its long-term electricity generation strategy, according to Alexander Lokshin, first deputy director-general of the state nuclear corporation Rosatom.
Russia moves nuclear weapons to Belarus for joint exercise
Drills taking place amid heightened tensions between Russia and Nato members, with regional security concerns rising following recent incidents involving drones in the Baltic region.
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Jordan launches global tourism campaign following Iran war
The Jordan Tourism Board has launched a global promotional campaign across 10 capitals including London, Rome, Madrid, Moscow and New Delhi, coinciding with the kingdom's 80th independence day celebrations.
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Iran caviar exports approach $8mn despite wartime logistics shocks
Iran’s caviar exports climbed to nearly $8mn in the Persian year to March 20, expanding to 42 international markets, IntelliNews has discovered.
Russia plans Africa summit in October as Moscow deepens Sahel ties
Russia will hold its latest Russia-Africa summit in October, according to officials involved in preparations for the event, as Moscow seeks to expand political, military and economic influence across Africa.
Peter Magyar receives cordial welcome in Poland during first official visit as prime minister
Hungary's new prime minister's first trip after taking his oath was to Poland, to restore strained Hungarian-Polish relations.
Poland offers energy help to wean Hungary off Russia
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Hungary's Prime Minister Péter Magyar pledged to work together to advance shared interests in EU and revive CEE's clout.
Tensions rise in northern Kosovo ahead of snap parliamentary elections
Kosovo authorities detained several officials in the Serb-majority municipality of Gračanica, triggering protests.
Surprise 50 bps Bank Indonesia hike signals hawkish tilt toward currency defence
The move caught the broader market off guard. A majority of 29 analysts predicted a milder 25 bps increase, while the remaining 13 expected the central bank to maintain its pause.
Bangladesh targets up to $7bn in jute exports through sector modernisation
Bangladesh currently generates around $1bn annually from exports of jute and jute goods, but the government believes the sector could expand substantially with improved planning.
Ukraine headed for recessionary spiral
Ukraine’s wartime economy is showing growing signs of strain as rising inflation, labour shortages and a widening trade imbalance threaten to push the country into what economists describe as a “recessionary spiral”.
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Bolivia shuns emergency rule as Morales-backed protests tighten grip on La Paz
Bolivia’s government rejected calls for a state of emergency even as escalating protests led by supporters of former president Evo Morales paralysed key transport routes and triggered violent clashes in La Paz.
Lithuania’s PM apologises for communication failures during drone alerts
Nato air policing was activated, airspace above Vilnius Airport was temporarily closed, and train traffic in Vilnius County was halted after reports of an incoming drone.
EU disburses Western Balkans funds, Serbia left out on unmet criteria
European Commission said Serbia and Bosnia did not qualify for latest Growth Plan tranche, as they have yet to fully implement policies set out in their reform agendas.
Putin leaves Beijing with no Power of Siberia pipeline deal
Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on May 20 hoping that the Iran war's disruption to global energy markets would finally give him the leverage to close one of the most consequential energy deals of his presidency. He left empty handed.
Russia oil and gas revenues up 40% in May on Iran war pressures
Russia’s oil and gas revenues are expected to jump 39% year on year in May to about RUB700bn ($9.8bn), buoyed by higher global crude prices driven by the conflict involving Iran, according to Reuters calculations published on May 20.
Top Lithuanian officials take shelter after air alert after suspected drone approaches from Belarus
Defence ministry declared a “Red” alert in Vilnius county, ordering residents to take shelter.