The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on March 24. The two countries have also agreed to boost defence cooperation and access to crucial rare-earth minerals in the face of global uncertainty over trade. Speaking while …
Hapag-Lloyd taps into India shipping boom with new government deal
With plans to reflag ships and support a 100‑vessel recycling ecosystem, German carrier joins a wave of major lines betting on India.
Denmark election dominated by domestic issues followed by Greenland crisis
Danes voted on March 24 in parliamentary election. It could hand Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen a third term thanks to her staunch line against Donald Trump over Greenland, but she could also lose support over cost-of-living worries. FRANCE 24’s Tr…
Why has India arrested US, Ukrainian nationals under anti-terror laws?
Six Ukrainians and an American allegedly crossed from India to Myanmar to train armed groups in drone warfare.
Russia launches first internet satellites to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink
The Russian government has earmarked 102.8 billion rubles ($1.26 billion) for its development
US ‘shifts’ towards diplomacy with Iran ahead of midterms
Hopes rose that the Iran war could begin winding down as U.S. President Donald Trump said that his government was holding productive talks with Tehran. Although this was denied by Iran, it is a further sign that the US is turning towards diplomacy to …
Ukraine peace talks stall as Russia begins its spring offensive
The diplomatic process aimed at ending Russia’s war against Ukraine has stalled since the beginning of the Iran war, which Kyiv claims only “bolsters Russia’s confidence”.
Israeli forces to control south Lebanon up to Litani river
Israel said on March 24 that its military would take control of south Lebanon up to the Litani River, around 30 kilometres (20 miles) from the border, as deadly strikes pounded the country. The day before, Israel’s finance minister had said Israel sho…