Across Europe and the globe, the war has damaged economies, roiled politics and underscored a lack of options in dealing with President Trump’s whims.
US-Iran ceasefire: ‘Still unclear what is to be negotiated’
Donald Trump has added more confusion to the terms of the ceasefire agreed with Iran by telling AFP that the US had a “15-point” proposal for talks set to take place in the next two weeks, having earlier said that Iran had presented a 10-point plan, r…
Shipping companies ‘see opportunities’ but seek clarity on Strait of Hormuz reopening
Major shipping lines express cautious optimism over transit opportunities in the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran ceasefire was announced, but stress the urgent need for full clarity before any vessels move.
Trump savaged after humiliating Iran defeat – ‘Trump Always Chickens Out’
Social media users are sharing an acronym to mock President Trump.
GoPro says it will cut 23% of its workforce, or 145 employees, starting in Q2 and costing $11.5M to $15M, as the company struggles to return to profitability (Katherine Hamilton/Wall Street Journal)
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GoPro says it will cut 23% of its workforce, or 145 employees, starting in Q2 and costing $11.5M to $15M, as the company struggles to return to profitability — The wearable camera maker will…
Declarations of victory in Iran after ceasefire agreed with US
An agreement for a two-week ceasefire with the US and Israel is being hailed as a victory in Iran, reports France 24’s correspondent Reza Sayah, with state media claiming the deal is “yet another retreat” by US president Donald Trump.
Gulf Nations Face New Reality, Whether Cease-Fire Holds or Not
The countries will have to re-evaluate their relationships with Israel, Iran and the United States after a war that has exposed their vulnerability.
Gulf countries report attacks despite Iran ceasefire
A number of Gulf states have reported being targeted by Iranian strikes despite the ceasefire agreed between Iran, the US and Israel. Qatar and the United Arab Emirates said missiles heading for the country were intercepted, sirens were heard sounding…
‘Clearly insane’, ‘not well’, ‘stunning’: Papers discuss Trump’s rhetoric
PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, April 8: Papers discuss US President Donald Trump’s mental health after his “stunning” threat to wipe out Iran. While attention is on the Middle East, the Epstein investigation continues: we take a look at the latest. Finally…
Hungary’s Orban plays on energy price fears in re-election bid
Much of Hungary’s electoral campaign has centred around energy policy, at least in incumbent Viktor Orban’s camp, as he seeks re-election amid the world’s worst energy crisis in decades. Orban promises to keep prices low with energy subsidies and warn…