"Inside politics with Anastasiya Lavrina" - Syria's energy sector and its impact on stability

Myanmar earthquake survivors without food and shelter as death toll rises above 2,700

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.

Samarkand Climate Forum aims to enhance environmental resilience in Central Asia

The inaugural Samarkand International Climate Forum will kick off on 4th April at the Silk Road Samarkand Congress Center in Uzbekistan. The high-profile forum will be held under the theme "Central Asia Facing Global Climate Challenges: Consolidation for Shared Prosperity."

France's Le Pen convicted of graft, barred from running for president in 2027

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.

Armenian armed forces escalate tensions with new provocations

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.

SOCAR eyes strategic partnership with BP in Kirkuk oil development