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MOL-NIS deal faces uncertainty after Orbán defeat
Sale of a majority stake in Serbian oil company NIS to Hungary’s MOL Group is increasingly uncertain after Viktor Orbán’s defeat in Hungary’s general election, though President Aleksandar Vucic said he still expects a deal.
VIDEO: Israel police uncover over 60 Palestinians in garbage truck in smuggling attempt
Israeli Border Police discovered 60 Palestinian illegal entrants concealed inside a garbage truck at the Shomron Crossing security checkpoint in northern Samaria.
Kremlin flags Hormuz risk, cautious on Magyar victory in Hungarian elections
The Kremlin has warned that a potential US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would deliver a direct shock to global markets, even as Moscow positions itself as both an energy anchor and a diplomatic intermediary in a rapidly widening crisis.
Russia warns of danger of war resuming as US blockade of Iranian ports takes effect
The Kremlin has warned that the danger of war resuming in the Middle East remains after US-Iran talks ended without result, as a US naval blockade of Iranian ports took effect on April 13.
Czech Colt CZ announces dual listing on Euronext Amsterdam
Colt CZ to be second Czech defence company to debut on the Dutch bourse this year after Czechoslovak Group's January IPO.
Peter Magyar calls on president to step down after Tisza Party's election victory
Tisza leader says his government will restore democratic checks and balances, accountability and the rule of law.
Orbán's defeat deprives Georgian Dream of its main EU ally as opposition draws hope from Hungary vote
Georgian PM Irakli Kobakhidze congratulated Peter Magyar while simultaneously thanking Viktor Orbán for "outstanding and steadfast support of Georgia's national interests".
Russia’s first IPO in 2026 priced at heavy discount
Electronic trading platform B2B RTS set its 2026 IPO price range at RUB112–RUB118 per share, giving it a market capitalisation well below expectations.
Bulgaria elections ‘not for sale’, PM says ahead of vote
Andrey Gyurov said officials are taking a tougher stance against electoral abuses as the EU member state prepares for its eighth general election in five years.
IMF sounds warning over overheating in Kyrgyzstan
Country needs a timely policy recalibration, says Fund.
Croatia’s seasonal workers demand higher pay as labour shortages persist
Ongoing labour shortages have forced employers to recruit both in the region and from as far afield as South Asia.
Israel a big looser from Orban's Hungarian election defeat
Victor Orban wasn't the only loser in the Hungarian elections that were swept by Peter Magyar on April 12, Israel is also a big loser.
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UPDATE: Pakistan launches Iran transit corridor with first shipment to Central Asia
Pakistan has formally launched a new overland trade corridor via Iran, dispatching its first export consignment from Karachi to Tashkent.
Spain reopens embassy in Tehran as diplomatic activity resumes
Spain has reopened its embassy in Tehran, with Ambassador Antonio Sanchez Bendito saying he returned to join peace efforts in line with Madrid's foreign policy guidelines.
Iran warns Persian Gulf port security ‘for all or none’ as Hormuz tensions escalate
Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya command has warned that no Gulf port will be safe if Iranian ports are threatened, vowing permanent control of the Strait of Hormuz even after the war ends.
Tisza victory puts Hungary back on a European path, within limits
Chants of “Europe, Europe, Europe” rose from the banks of the Danube as the final results in Hungary’s historic election were released. Opposition leader Peter Magyar won by a landslide, putting Hungary on a new course.
Lebanon on the brink of energy crisis following Iran war spillover
Lebanon faces an energy crisis that extends beyond immediate fuel price volatility fueled by the Iran war, according to a study by the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies.
Hungarians vote for regime change
Hungarian opposition leader Peter Magyar delivered a victory speech before tens of thousands of supporters after securing a historic landslide win in the April 12 elections, bringing an end to Viktor Orban’s 16-year rule.
Viktor Orban concedes loss in Hungary election, congratulates Peter Magyar
Fidesz leader acknowledged what he described as a "painful and clear" election result.
Tisza on the verge of a supermajority in Hungary, final polls show
Polling data from the three most reliable pollsters conducted in the last days of the Hungarian election campaign indicate a decisive victory for the opposition Tisza Party.