Trump announces Russian diesel deal; Zelensky calls it a gift to Putin
Donald Trump said Russia agreed to release diesel into US and global markets, easing sanctions on Moscow. Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the move as funding Russia's war.


Civil Society in New Uzbekistan: Reform Results Presented at the Warsaw Human Dimension Conference
Donald Trump said Russia agreed to release diesel into US and global markets, easing sanctions on Moscow. Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the move as funding Russia's war.


Brussels says Chinese hybrid vehicle shipments could fall by more than half over four years under a landmark agreement reached after months of negotiations.

The Trump administration has announced new sanctions on the International Criminal Court, part of what it calls a campaign to dismantle the tribunal. The EU says it is ready to take measures to keep the court working.







Donald Trump said Russia agreed to release diesel into US and global markets, easing sanctions on Moscow. Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the move as funding Russia's war.

Civil Society in New Uzbekistan: Reform Results Presented at the Warsaw Human Dimension Conference

France's government has promised 3,000 replacement teachers and a greater student voice in education policy after nearly three weeks of high-school protests, but blockades resumed and further action is planned.

The Trump administration has announced new sanctions on the International Criminal Court, part of what it calls a campaign to dismantle the tribunal. The EU says it is ready to take measures to keep the court working.

Brussels says Chinese hybrid vehicle shipments could fall by more than half over four years under a landmark agreement reached after months of negotiations.

Imports grew 8.7% while exports managed only 2.7%, leaving Kyrgyzstan reliant on outside markets for consumer goods, industrial materials and equipment. The $10bn total masks a widening trade deficit that must be financed.

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged Germany to oppose trade protectionism and maintain open markets following talks with German representative Johann Wadephul. While Beijing advocated for dialogue and mutual cooperation to avoid a trade war, Berlin emphasized that stable economic relations require a genuine level playing field and fair competition for European companies. The high-level discussions also touched on global security issues, including Ukraine, Iran, and stability in the Taiwan Strait.

Spain and France refused overflight rights for U.S. warplanes during the Iran campaign, while central banks bought gold at rates unseen since the 1960s as oil producers dumped Treasuries.

Global Tourism Forum President and Visit Brussels Ambassador Bulut Bağcı attended an exclusive gathering at the Warwick Brussels Hotel, where he met with former Visit Brussels Ambassadors to exchange views on the city’s growing international profile, its role as a global hub for tourism and business events, and opportunities for future collaboration.

BRUSSELS — Europe may still be the world’s most recognizable tourism destination, but its dominance can no longer be taken for granted, World Tourism Forum Institute President Bulut Bağcı warned during remarks at the European Parliament on Tuesday.

With Visit Malaysia 2026 approaching, the country is leveraging its multicultural heritage and cost advantages to attract European travellers seeking value without compromising on experience.

Despite West Asia tensions, European arrivals hit a record half-million in Q1, driven by double-digit growth from Türkiye, Ukraine, and Poland.