09 April 2025

Vucic visits Paris amid rising domestic tensions in Serbia

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic was warmly welcomed by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace on April 9, continuing the strong and cordial relationship between the two leaders.
UN warns of escalating humanitarian crisis in Myanmar after earthquake

The United Nations (UN) warned on Tuesday that the humanitarian situation in Myanmar is deteriorating following the two earthquakes that struck the country on March 28. The UN highlighted the urgent need for international cooperation to restore livelihoods and prevent similar events from causing such devastating impacts in the future.
Macron hints France may recognize Palestinian state by June

French President Emmanuel Macron stated on Wednesday that France could recognize the state of Palestine "in June" during an international conference co-chaired with Saudi Arabia.
Trump’s envoy in Beirut seeks to disarm Hezbollah, reform banks

The military neutralization of Hezbollah and banking reform were central topics during the recent visit to Lebanon by Morgan Ortagus, the U.S. Deputy Special Presidential Envoy to the Middle East.
US imposes new sanctions on Iran amid Trump’s push for nuclear talks

The United States imposed new sanctions on Iran on Wednesday, according to the Treasury Department, just two days after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans for direct talks with Tehran over its nuclear program.
Pentagon chief: US, not China, must secure Panama Canal

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated on Wednesday that Panama should secure the Panama Canal with support from the United States, rather than China.
Iran highlights six key achievements in National Nuclear Technology

Iran celebrated National Nuclear Technology Day by unveiling six new advancements in the field of nuclear technology.
Daily horoscope for April 10, 2025
Azerbaijan Army positions targeted by fire from the Gorus direction

On April 9, between 19:25 and 19:35, units of the Armenian armed forces positioned in the Khaznavar and Khanazakh settlements of the Gorus district intermittently opened fire on Azerbaijan Army positions using small arms.
China retaliates with tariffs as Trump's trade measures take effect

China will impose 84% tariffs on U.S. goods starting Thursday, an increase from the 34% previously announced, according to its finance ministry on Wednesday. This move marks the latest escalation in the global trade war triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump.