France’s economy stalled in the first quarter, posting zero growth, according to initial GDP estimates. The figures reflect the effects of the Middle East conflict that began on February 28. Data released by INSEE on Thursday showed that sluggish domestic demand and a significant drag from foreign trade weighed on overall economic performance. Earlier projections…
The United States Department of State is set to release limited-edition passports to commemorate America’s 250th independence anniversary. The special passports will feature the image of Donald Trump on the inside cover, alongside elements such as the Declaration of Independence and the American flag. According to officials, the commemorative passports will include customised artwork and enhanced imagery while maintaining the same…
Britain’s monarch, King Charles III, has called for stronger unity among Western allies during a rare address to the United States Congress in Washington, D.C. Speaking amid rising global tensions, particularly over Ukraine and Iran, Charles emphasized the need for collective action, noting that “the challenges we face are too great for any one nation to bear alone.”…
The United Arab Emirates has announced its decision to quit OPEC and OPEC+ to focus on “national interests”, dealing a heavy blow to the oil-exporting groups at a time when the US-Israel war on Iran has caused a historic energy shock and rattled the global economy. The move, which will take effect on Friday, reflects “the UAE’s…
Ghana has pulled out of talks on a multi-year US aid deal after Washington allegedly demanded access to citizens’ personal data, a source close to the west African nation’s government has told AFP. According to a source close to Ghana’s government, negotiations collapsed after Accra rejected the request. The source said the US team then…
King Charles III met with former U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday, marking the start of a high-profile state visit aimed at reinforcing strained transatlantic relations, even as fresh political tensions and security concerns cast a shadow over the engagement. The meeting, held under warm Washington weather, featured an exchange of…
Sadio Camara has been killed following a suspected suicide truck bombing on his residence near Bamako, in what appears to be part of a wider wave of coordinated attacks across the country. According to official reports, the attack occurred in Kati, a key military base area, where a vehicle loaded with explosives rammed into the…
A California man accused of storming a gala attended by Donald Trump is expected to appear in court today following a shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C. Authorities say the suspect allegedly attempted to target the president and senior officials during the high-profile event held at the Washington Hilton. The…
A major security scare interrupted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner after an armed suspect was intercepted at the venue, triggering a rapid response from law enforcement. According to DC Police Chief Jeffrey Carroll, the suspect was heavily armed, carrying multiple weapons at the time of the incident. Authorities identified the individual as 31-year-old teacher Cole…
U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that he would not consider deploying nuclear weapons against Iran, despite earlier rhetoric suggesting severe military action. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump dismissed the idea, saying there would be no need to use nuclear arms when conventional military operations had already caused significant damage. He also…
