Iran-China missile talks: How Beijing-Tehran ties could reshape Gulf security
Iran was reportedly close to securing advanced Chinese-made supersonic anti-ship missiles just weeks before the latest regional conflict, highlighting the growing strategic relationship between Iran and China and raising fresh concerns over security in…
Strait of Hormuz: No Iranian Vessel Left Port During the First 24 Hours of the US Naval Blockade
The US naval blockade against Iran has marked a major turning point in the regional crisis. According to the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), no vessel departing from an Iranian port managed to pass through the control zone during the first 24…
China orders liquidation of Zhongzhi Group in major shadow banking crackdown
A Beijing court has ordered the liquidation of Zhongzhi Enterprise Group and more than 300 related entities, marking a significant step in addressing one of China’s largest shadow banking collapses. The decision underscores Beijing’s commitment to…
DRC–Belgium: Sharp Increase in Asylum Applications from Congolese Nationals Between 2023 and 2025
Asylum applications submitted by Congolese nationals in Belgium have significantly increased over the past two years. According to figures released by the Belgian minister’s office, around 1,250 Congolese applied for asylum in 2023, a number that rose to…
Donald Trump Attacks Pope Leo: Controversial Remarks Spark Global Reaction
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has stirred controversy after launching a sharp attack on Pope Leo, accusing the pontiff of being too lenient on crime and making statements he considers unacceptable. Speaking during a recent public appearance, Trump…
Iran: Massive protests erupt in Tehran after ceasefire announcement
Thousands of Iranian protesters flooded Enghelab Square in Tehran on Wednesday, April 8, following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between Iran, the United States, and Israel. Tensions remain high At the iconic Enghelab Square, many…
Israel says US–Iran ceasefire deal does not include Lebanon
Israel stated on Wednesday that the ceasefire agreement reached between the United States and Iran does not include Lebanon, contradicting earlier remarks by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who is acting as a mediator in the crisis. Israel…
Iran War Costs Over $11 Billion in Six Days, Trump Administration Estimates
The war between the United States and Iran is already proving extremely costly. According to sources familiar with the matter, the administration of Donald Trump estimates that the first six days of the conflict have cost more than $11 billion,…
BMW Expects Earnings Decline in 2026 as Global Tariffs Pressure Auto Industry
German luxury car manufacturer BMW has warned that its earnings could decline in 2026 as rising global trade tariffs and economic uncertainty weigh on the company’s core automotive business. The premium carmaker said it expects group pre-tax earnings to…
US–Iran War Escalates: Tanker Attacks Near the Strait of Hormuz Raise Fears of $200 Oil
Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified dramatically after a series of attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf region, pushing global energy markets into uncertainty. Officials in Tehran have warned that the conflict could send oil prices…
