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Ukrainian troops in Kursk region face encirclement as Russia steps up attacks ahead of crucial talks with US
Ukraine’s position in Kursk deteriorated rapidly as Russian forces recaptured territory in a counteroffensive that has nearly split the Ukrainian contingent in two and severed key supply lines.
Dozens killed in coastal Syria as clashes between army and pro-Assad militias escalate
Clashes in Syrian Western coasts intensified on March 7 as the Syrian army sent large military reinforcements to the coast to repel attacks from remnants of Bashar al-Assad’s forces.
Iran’s Supreme Leader rejects Trump’s call for negotiations
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has dismissed the United States’ call for negotiations, stating that the purpose of such talks is only to impose Washington’s demands.
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Poland’s Tusk outlines push for nuclear weapons, plans to expand army to 500,000
Poland will strive to enlarge its armed forces to 500,000 servicemen and work to obtain nuclear weapons, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said in an address to the Polish parliament.
Vucic and Putin discuss US sanctions on NIS, new gas contact
Serbia, which maintains strong historical ties with Russia, has walked a delicate line between its allegiance to Moscow and its aspirations to join the EU.
Iran denies receiving Trump letter on nuclear negotiations
Iran's mission to the United Nations has denied receiving any diplomatic communication from President Donald Trump.
Turkey backs call for Ukraine War air, sea truce
Poland’s Donald Tusk, meanwhile, speaks of diplomatic offensive to find new security format in Europe that would include involving Turkish forces in a closer role.
Trump-Zelenskiy meeting shows "humiliation" awaits US allies, says Iran prayer leader
Tehran's interim Friday prayer leader said that Trump's treatment of President Zelenskiy demonstrated the humiliating fate that awaits those who submit to American influence.
IAEA chief says sanctions against Iran "not working"
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said in an interview that sanctions against Iran are ineffective, pointing to advancements in the country's nuclear programme.
Slovakia’s PM Fico backs EU resolution on Ukraine defence despite veto threat
Robert Fico had threatened to block the EU summit unless the conclusions contained a provision about the renewal of Russian gas transit through Ukraine.
Lukashenko jumps on the exploration of rare earth metals bandwagon
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has jumped on the rare earth metal bandwagon and called for intensified efforts to explore and develop deposits within the country.
Question: Where in the world may you soon be advised to not take a “selfie”?
Country’s language czars also frown on people getting a “cashback” or saying the Russian word “svetofor” for traffic light.
Venezuela naval vessels enter disputed Guyana waters near ExxonMobil site, Maduro regime approaches Caricom
Venezuela's coast guard vessels allegedly entered Guyanese waters on March 1, approaching an ExxonMobil production vessel in the disputed offshore region, Guyana's President Irfaan Ali announced.
EU leaders back defence spending boost, pledge support for Ukraine
EU leaders unanimously agree to ramp up defence spending at emergency summit, but Hungary refuses to endorse statement on support for Ukraine.
Ukraine faces mounting challenges as US halts military aid, prospect of security guarantees dims
Following a disastrous meeting with President Trump in the White House on February 28 and the subsequent halting of US military aid to Ukraine, the country’s leadership has dug in its heels about prioritising security guarantees from the West.
Prosecutors summon Bosnian Serb leader Dodik for questioning over secessionist laws
Growing concerns over security situation in Bosnia after Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik takes steps towards secession.
Council of Europe reports dramatic decline in press freedoms in Georgia
Georgia’s decline was characterised by “escalating violence against journalists, restrictive legislation and political interference” says 2024 press freedom report.
Romania detains six over alleged Russian-backed far-right coup plot
Group led by retired major-general accused of forming a military-style organisation aimed at overthrowing the constitutional order in Romania.
Attack drone JV formed by Turkey’s Baykar, Italy’s Leonardo to target $100bn market in Europe
Venture’s first UAV may be capable of launching a cruise missile.
Rome doubles down on economic expansion with €3bn investment in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Public Investment Fund has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Italian Export Credit Agency (SACE) aimed at enhancing Italian companies' operations in Saudi Arabia.