Ahmed al-Sharaa’s official visit to Russia will be paid «as part of restructuring bilateral relations between the two countries and discussing issues of political and economic cooperation»

A vertical split is evident in the CPI(Maoist) outfit following the surrender of politburo member Mallojula Venugopal alias Sonu. This division, fueled by a succession tussle and differing views on peace talks, weakens the Naxal group as anti-Naxal forces aim to eliminate armed Left-wing extremism by March 2026.

Kate and Will observed the apple cider vinegar production process, before watching how the apples are pressed and bottled on site into their award-winning cider.

Vanuatu has made history once again. The first-ever Pacific edition of The Hague Academy of International Law’s External Programme was successfully held in Port Vila from 3–10 October 2025, under the theme “International Law, Climate Change and Climate Justice: Achievements…

The Supreme Court of Vanuatu has refused a police application to strike out a claim lodged by Mr. Johnny Jeffred Tijiabang, who alleges that police officers caused damage to his property while executing a search warrant.

Special Envoy of West Papua in Vanuatu, Morris Kaloran, has expressed concern over what he described as Indonesia’s growing influence in Vanuatu through “wallet diplomacy,” warning that such tactics could weaken the country’s longstanding support for West Papua’s independence movement.

The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has issued the first Agriculture Business Permits to four farmers at the end of the National Commercial Commodity Forum in Luganville, Santo.

A taro farmer from Efate has questioned why the government could not limit rice imports to encourage local consumption and boost root crop production.

Malawi’s hunger story is one of paradox and pain — a nation that spends trillions of kwacha to feed itself, yet its people still queue for maize and battle starvation. Over the past five years, government spending on maize-related programs has exceeded K1 trillion, yet hunger, high prices, and shortages remain the order of the […] The post Trillions Spent, Yet Malawi Still Hungry: What Exactly Is the Problem? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

By Kisu Simwaka, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of Malawi Malawi’s economy is in serious trouble. Prices are rising, the kwacha is weak, and the country is struggling to buy basic imports like fuel and fertilizer. Behind every statistic lies the reality that ordinary Malawians are paying the price — through higher food costs, fewer jobs, […] The post OPINION | Malawi’s Economy Is Bleeding — But It Can Still Be Saved appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Ukrainian leader has repeatedly signaled that he wants the long-range cruise missiles to strike deep into Russian territory Read Full Article at RT.com

The diplomatic efforts of Russian President Vladimir Putin saved the life of Israeli hostage Maxim Kharkin, his mother has said Read Full Article at RT.com

In Somalia’s complex and often volatile political and security environment, Puntland State emerges as a remarkable example of resilience, pragmatic leadership, and forward-looking governance. Over the past decade, Puntland has demonstrated a capacity to harmonize counter-terrorism efforts, democratic institution-building, and inclusive political engagement. Its notable achievements — including the successful containment of ISIS militants in the Almisqad Mountains, the gradual implementation of localized democratic reforms, and the cultivation of constructive political and Security partnerships with Somaliland, Galmudug, Jubaland, and opposition actors under the Somali National Salvation Council provide critical insights for Somalia’s broader state-building project.

Grandmother Mary Stevens, who died aged 96 in 2020, left the 170-acre West Hook Farm near Okehampton, Devon, to her two daughters, cutting out her grandsons John and Steven (pictured).

Three police officers have died, and over a dozen others were injured when a gas-filled house blew up during a forced eviction near Verona Read Full Article at RT.com

Tens of thousands took to the streets of the Belgian capital, demanding the government abandon austerity plans Read Full Article at RT.com

The use of the Northern Sea Route is expected to boost freight turnover through Russia’s Arctic waters Read Full Article at RT.com

Germany’s Nord Stream sabotage investigation runs counter to NATO and Warsaw’s interests, according to Poland’s national security chief Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky has revoked the citizenship of several prominent critics of Kiev, including ballet star Sergei Polunin Read Full Article at RT.com

Cheap, duty-free supplies are endangering the domestic steel sector, according to Warsaw officials Read Full Article at RT.com

Washington and Minsk are actively discussing the Ukraine conflict and regional security, the Belarusian KGB chief has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Housing affordability problems are widespread across the European Union. This in-depth analysis explains how different groups experience these problems in different ways, focusing on younger people, households with children and older people. It does so using a framework mapping housing affordability problems in terms of housing exclusion, housing insecurity, problematic housing costs and housing inadequacy. It critically discusses how demand and supply oriented housing policies, as well as non-housing policies, can address these problems. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

On 19 November 2023, Javier Milei, the self-proclaimed 'anarcho-capitalist' and founder of the La Libertad Avanza party (LLA), won the presidential runoff with a campaign promising to radically reduce the Argentine state debt and reverse the country's persistent structural economic problems. Following his assumption of the presidency on 10 December 2023, Milei has implemented the most ambitious austerity and deregulation programme Argentina has seen this century. At the end of the first half of his term there have been impressive successes on the macroeconomic side (reducing inflation, consolidating the state budget and economic recovery). However, the measures have also had severe social implications. Almost two years after Milei's election victory, the midterm legislative elections taking place on 26 October 2025 are an important litmus test on the acceptance of his radical reform programme and his possible re-election in 2027. The question is whether Milei's LLA party can increase its seats in the bicameral Congress, where it will have to negotiate with the opposition on the implementation of further structural reforms. From the EU perspective, Argentina is particularly important as it is one of the four founding members of the Southern Common Market (Mercosur) with which the EU is aiming to conclude the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement (EMPA). Moreover, Argentina holds vast reserves of critical raw materials which are key for the clean transition of the EU economy and for the EU's strategic autonomy. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

At more than one in five, the number of children at risk of poverty in the European Union (EU) remains high. This year's International Day for the Eradication of Poverty presents an opportunity to take stock of what the EU is doing to fight child poverty. Even though legal competence for child policy remains primarily with the Member States, the fight against child poverty is a major EU priority. The European strategy on the rights of the child now reflects the EU's increasing willingness to tackle child poverty, while the use of European funds is key to success. This is a further update of a publication originally from November 2019. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The European Union (EU) has developed a complex architecture of information systems to support its policies on external borders, migration management and internal security. In response to recent migration and security challenges, the EU has sought to expand and upgrade its existing information systems on borders and security, and establish new systems and ensure their interconnection (interoperability). The underlying policy goal has been to 'close information gaps' on third-country nationals arriving or staying in the EU, to combat irregular migration and counter security threats more effectively. While the legislative work of updating and expanding EU-wide information systems for borders and security has been swift, the implementation of changes has been more challenging. Following the launch of the revised Schengen information system in March 2023, the new entry/exit system started operations on 12 October 2025. The European travel information and authorisation system (ETIAS) will follow at the end of 2026. This briefing provides an overview of EU-wide information systems for border management and security. It discusses recent developments and presents, where available, key figures on the operation of these systems. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The court heard that the girl was burnt, beaten and locked up by three generations of her own family during her horrific ordeal.

Plans are in place to boost production of robots by more than ten times to enter ranks of 25 countries of the world by the level of robotization density by 2035, Anton Alikhanov added

Russia is responding to the outbursts of Western countries in a calm and balanced manner, Kees van der Pijl noted