The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1.2 billion disbursement to Egypt, completing the fourth review of Cairo’s $8 billion economic reform programme, the lender announced on Tuesday.
Ukraine confirmed on Tuesday that U.S. military assistance has resumed, following high-level talks in Saudi Arabia, according to a Ukrainian presidential official.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday welcomed Ukraine’s agreement to a 30-day ceasefire proposal and said it was now Russia’s turn to end the fighting.
The United States agreed on Tuesday to resume military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine, after Kyiv accepted a U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire, the two nations announced in a joint statement.
Ukrainian and U.S. officials held crucial behind-the-scenes talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, seeking a path to end the war with Russia, following Ukraine's largest drone attack on Moscow yet and escalating tensions on the battlefield.
Jes Staley, the former CEO of Barclays, testified in court on Tuesday, denying any knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities as he appeals a proposed ban and fine imposed by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) over his relationship with the disgraced financier.
President Trump's new 50% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum has triggered market volatility, boosting U.S. steel stocks while raising concerns for industries like auto manufacturing.
Poland's deputy prime minister vowed on Tuesday to stick with plans to introduce a new tax on big tech, hitting back at a threat of retaliation from the incoming United States ambassador amid a deepening war of words between Warsaw and Washington.
Aid groups in Myanmar’s worst-hit areas urgently need shelter, food, and water after a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed over 2,700 people. Rescue efforts face challenges due to ongoing civil war, damaged infrastructure, and restricted aid access, with the toll expected to rise.
Russian forces carried out a drone attack on Ukraine’s second-largest city, Kharkiv, late Wednesday, injuring at least twenty one people and causing structural damage, according to Ukrainian officials.
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen was banned from running for public office for five years after being convicted of embezzlement, ruling her out of the 2027 presidential race. She received a four-year prison sentence, with two years suspended, and a €100,000 fine. Le Pen plans to appeal.
Apple marked its 49th anniversary by reaching a market capitalization of $3.3 trillion. Despite recent tech stock volatility, Apple's shares surged 28% in 2024.
The Armenian armed forces attempted three reconnaissance drone flights over Azerbaijan Army positions near Gerenzur, but all were successfully intercepted. Meanwhile, Armenian units repeatedly fired on Azerbaijani positions from multiple regions, escalating tensions in the area.
