Syrian Asylum Requests in Europe Drop Sharply Amid Hope for Return BRUSSELS — The number of Syrians seeking asylum in Europe has fallen dramatically, with new data suggesting a shift in migration patterns across the continent. Figures released by the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA) show that around 25,000 Syrians applied for protection in […]
Iran Signals Willingness for Nuclear Deal, Warns Against Missed Opportunity TEHRAN — Iran has declared it is prepared to strike a “realistic and lasting bargain” on its nuclear program, offering strict oversight and limits on uranium enrichment in exchange for the lifting of sanctions. The message, delivered by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, cautioned that failure […]
Trump Presses Hamas to Accept Ceasefire Deal After Israel Agrees WASHINGTON — Former U.S. President Donald Trump has urged Hamas to accept his proposed ceasefire plan, saying Israel has already agreed to the terms. “The Israelis have accepted my terms. It is time for Hamas to accept as well,” Trump declared in a Truth Social […]
“We are in very deep negotiation with Hamas,” Trump told reporters, saying the situation will be “tough” and “nasty” if Hamas continues to hold Israeli hostages. “We said let them all out, right now let them all out. And much better things will happen for them, but if you don’t let them all out, it’s […]
The victim, yet to be identified, was attacked about 100 m (328 ft) from shore while surfing with friends just after 10 a.m. at Long Reef Beach, in the north of the capital of the Australian state of New South Wales, police said. He was pulled from the water by other surfers, but had lost […]
U.S. Job Growth Stalls, Raising Concerns About Economic Slowdown Washington, D.C. — The U.S. economy showed signs of slowing last month as the Labor Department reported job losses in June for the first time in over four years, fueling concerns that growth could be faltering. According to Friday’s closely watched employment report, nonfarm payrolls increased […]
Pope Leo Urges Ceasefire, Release of Hostages in Gaza Meeting With Herzog VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo has called for the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas and renewed the Vatican’s backing for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestinian conflict, the Holy See said Thursday. In a statement, the pope stressed the urgent need […]
EU Commissioner Calls Gaza Conflict a ‘Genocide,’ Exposes Europe’s Divisions PARIS — European Commission Vice President Teresa Ribera has described Israel’s war in Gaza as a “genocide,” highlighting sharp divisions within the European Union over how to respond to the conflict. Speaking in Paris, Ribera said the crisis had revealed Europe’s failure to act with […]
Saudi Arabia Approves Stricter Penalties for Serious Traffic Offenses Riyadh — Saudi Arabia’s cabinet has approved new amendments to traffic laws, introducing tougher penalties for serious violations. The decision was taken unanimously during a recent cabinet session, according to Akhbar 24. Under the new rules, offenders of major traffic violations could face imprisonment of up […]
They follow two earthquakes that have already ravaged the South Asian nation, crushed by war, poverty, and shrinking aid. The Taliban administration estimated 2,205 deaths and 3,640 injuries by Thursday. A Reuters witness said continuous aftershocks hit the province of Nangarhar, and details of the damage were still being collected. Friday’s earthquake of magnitude 5.4 […]
