Flag, anthem restrictions dropped for Russian, Belarusian swimmers
Flag, anthem restrictions dropped for Russian, Belarusian swimmers The move signals a further easing of restrictions on athletes from the two countries by sports governing bodies. Save Russian athletes parade…
French court rules cement giant Lafarge guilty of funding Syrian terrorism
French court rules cement giant Lafarge guilty of funding Syrian terrorism Long running case regarding Lafarte’s actions amid Syrian civil war sees company ordered to pay fine, executives jailed. Save…
Orban was defeated in Hungary, but Orbanism lives on
Orban was defeated in Hungary, but Orbanism lives on Orban’s stepping stone – the EU’s own illiberal tendencies and militarism – is still very much present. By Leonid Ragozin Leonid…
Hungary’s Peter Magyar calls for early convening of parliament
Hungary election winner Peter Magyar calls for early convening of parliament to form his government
Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: Champions League – team news, start, lineups
Who: Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona What: Champions League quarterfinal, second leg Where: Metropolitano Stadium, Madrid, Spain When: Tuesday at 9pm (19:00 GMT) How to follow: We’ll have all the build-up…
Iran releases assets of women’s football captain in Australia asylum row
Iran releases assets of women’s football captain in Australia asylum row Zahra Ghanbari, one of the six players who sought asylum in Australia, reversed her decision and returned to Iran.…
PM-in-waiting Peter Magyar lays out vision for Hungary after ousting Orban
PM-in-waiting Peter Magyar lays out vision for Hungary after ousting Orban World watching to see which way Hungary will head once Viktor Orban’s ‘illiberal’ regime ends its 16-year reign. Save…
Bahrain summons Iraqi envoy as pro-Iranian attacks persist in Gulf
Bahrain summons Iraqi envoy as pro-Iranian attacks persist in Gulf Move reflects regional alarm over attacks by pro-Iranian groups based in Iraq, which continue despite ceasefire. Save A police officer…
Pakistan eyes narrow window to resuscitate US-Iran talks after breakdown
Pakistan eyes narrow window to resuscitate US-Iran talks after breakdown US and Iran end marathon Islamabad talks without agreement, leaving fragile ceasefire under growing strain. Save US Vice President JD…
Trump’s threat to blockade Hormuz: Why it’s the latest major escalation
EXPLAINER Trump’s threat to blockade Hormuz: Why it’s the latest major escalation Analysts warn Washington’s blockade could harm the fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran. Save A satellite view…