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Ukraine agrees to US-brokered 30-day ceasefire with Russia
At talks in Jeddah, Ukrainian officials say Kyiv is willing to suspend military operations, provided Moscow adheres to the terms.
Serbian students block public broadcaster RTS for 22 hours
Protesters spurred by anger over what they perceive as biased coverage of anti-government demonstrations by the public broadcaster.
Donald Trump Jr. meets Serbian president in Belgrade
US president's son is expected to play a role in advancing the Trump Organisation’s business interests in the region, notably a controversial real estate project in the Serbian capital.
Iran strikes oil deposits estimated at 5bn barrels worth $346bn
Discovery announced by head of exploration department of National Iranian Oil Co. NIOC.
Uzbekistan launches drive to develop minerals & mining sector
An invitation for the United States to invest.
Iranian MP says Trump must prove negotiation intent by ending sanctions
An Iranian lawmaker hints at movement from Tehran's negotiation position but advises the US to remove sanctions on the Islamic Republic as a goodwill gesture first.
UN reports "entire families" killed in Syria's coastal region
The UN Human Rights Commission reported on March 11 that over 100 civilians, including women and children, were killed in Syria's coastal region during military operations against rebels loyal to former President al-Assad.
Loss of US assistance hampering Tajikistan’s efforts to contain HIV – UN agency
A public health disaster in making.
Hungarian special forces reportedly planned covert operation to rescue separatist Bosnian Serb leader
Investigative news site VSquare says a team from Hungary's Counter-Terrorist Centre was deployed to Bosnia with a mission to help Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik escape in the event of a court-ordered arrest.
Romanian far-right politician Georgescu challenges ban on his presidential candidacy
Calin Georgescu was leading the polls before the Central Electoral Bureau blocked his candidacy, sparking violent protests in Bucharest.
Former Karabakh leader’s trial in Baku puts Armenian government under pressure
Ruben Vardanyan’s ongoing trial has sparked protests and deepened anti-government sentiment in Armenia, where PM Nikol Pashinyan has been slammed for his lack of action.
Nato head slams Republika Srpska’s separatist efforts
Mark Rutte says the international community will not allow a security vacuum to emerge in Bosnia after Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik's moves towards secession.
UPDATE: Former Philippine President Duterte arrested at Manila airport
Police in The Philippines have arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte on an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant linked to an investigation into his highly controversial "war on drugs" in which many thousands were killed.
Kurdish SDF agrees integration into Syrian army, hopes rise Turkey will leave northeast Syria in peace
Response awaited from Ankara, which does not distinguish militia from "terrorist" PKK.
Georgian prime minister doubles down on commitment to develop Middle Corridor during visit to Central Asia
Irakli Kobakhidze's visits to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan were aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, with a particular focus on connectivity.
Trump reportedly unlikely to resume Ukraine military aid even with minerals deal
Donald Trump has privately informed his aides that he does not intend to resume military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine, NBC News sources revealed ahead of Jeddah summit.
Syria's neighbours condemn Israeli mission creep in Syria at Amman meeting
Syria's neighbouring countries issued a joint statement condemning Israeli aggression against Syria and calling for its withdrawal from occupied Syrian territories.
Croatia to start producing its own ammunition
Croatia is hiking military spending to 2% of GDP in line with Nato commitments, as PM says Europe can no longer neglect defence.
Russia-backed, far-right politician Georgescu's presidential candidacy rejected
Central Electoral Bureau's decision greeted by a violent protest by Calin Georgescu's supporters — and angry tweets from Elon Musk.
Viktor Orban warns against Ukraine's EU membership, says economic package with US is in the pipeline
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said the admission of Ukraine to the EU would destabilise Europe's economy and its financial stability.