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1. Azerbaijan and Belarus sign Memorandum of Understanding on social security cooperation.
Azerbaijan and Belarus have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in the field of social security.
The agreement was signed during a meeting between the prime ministers of both countries, Ali Asadov and Alexander Turchin.
2. Trump orders Alcatraz prison to be rebuilt and reopened for violent offenders.
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to rebuild and reopen the infamous Alcatraz prison to house what he called “America’s most ruthless and violent offenders,” calling it a return to a more serious era of justice and law enforcement; the island facility, which once held notorious criminals like Al Capone before closing in 1963, is now a major tourist attraction, drawing criticism from figures like Nancy Pelosi who dismissed the proposal as unserious.
3. Cardinals gather in Rome ahead of conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor.
All 133 cardinals eligible to vote in the conclave to elect a new pope have now arrived in Rome, the Vatican confirmed on Monday, as the Church braces for a closely watched decision that could either continue Pope Francis’ progressive legacy or mark a return to more traditional doctrine, with discussions revealing both internal divisions and calls for a pope who is close to the people and grounded in real-life concerns.
4. Gunmen kill three police officers in deadly attack in Russia’s Dagestan.
Three police officers were killed and at least four others injured, including a teenage girl, after gunmen opened fire on traffic police in Makhachkala, Dagestan on Monday, with authorities confirming two attackers were killed and a criminal case launched amid an ongoing manhunt for others who fled the scene.
5. King Charles leads grand military parade as Britain marks 80th VE Day anniversary.
Britain's King Charles, alongside Queen Camilla, Prince William, and senior royals, joined veterans and cheering crowds in London on Monday for a grand military parade and flypast marking the start of four days of commemorations for the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, with more than 1,300 armed forces personnel marching through the capital, historic war speeches echoing across the city, and a poignant display of solidarity with Ukraine.
6. Explosions rock Port Sudan as civil war reaches previously safe city.
Multiple explosions and fires erupted in Sudan’s Port Sudan on Tuesday as the country’s civil war reached the previously untouched coastal city, raising fears for hundreds of thousands of displaced people and aid workers now caught in escalating violence near the country’s main maritime port.
7. Friedrich Merz set to become Germany's new chancellor.
Friedrich Merz is expected to be sworn in as Germany's new chancellor on Tuesday, following the formation of a coalition government between his CDU/CSU conservatives and the centre-left Social Democrats.
His leadership comes at a time of economic difficulties and political uncertainty, with the country facing significant challenges.
8. Met Gala 2025: A Night of Elegance and Fashion Excellence.
The Met Gala 2025 has officially taken place, bringing together global fashion icons and industry leaders for a night of creativity, glamour, and artistic expression.
Held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the event celebrates fashion’s intersection with art, as designers and celebrities showcase their most daring and innovative outfits in alignment with this year’s theme.
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Turkey's Halkbank asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review a lower court ruling saying it can be prosecuted for allegedly helping Iran evade American sanctions, a U.S.-based lawyer for the bank said on Monday.
Kazakhstan and Vietnam have taken a significant step toward strengthening their bilateral relationship, with General Secretary To Lam announcing Kazakhstan as Vietnam’s first strategic partner in Central Asia during his visit to Astana.
French President Emmanuel Macron will host Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Paris on Wednesday, marking the new Syrian leader’s first official visit to Europe since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad late last year.
A court in Azerbaijan continues public hearings involving Armenian nationals accused of committing crimes during the conflict over Karabakh.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has announced the upcoming release of a documentary film about Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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New Tesla registrations in Denmark collapsed 67 % in April to 180 vehicles, industry data showed Thursday, underscoring a sharp demand drop for the EV maker in one of its once-strong European markets.
Chinese e-commerce platform Temu has announced it will no longer sell goods directly from China to U.S. customers, shifting instead to U.S.-based sellers amid the closure of a long-criticized customs loophole.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif engaged in their second call this week to discuss rising tensions in South Asia, stressing the need for restraint and diplomatic solutions.
The Chinese foreign ministry said on Tuesday it would welcome visits by European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at an appropriate time to jointly hold the next round of China-EU leaders' meetings.
French President Emmanuel Macron will host Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Paris on Wednesday, marking the new Syrian leader’s first official visit to Europe since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad late last year.
Major European and UK companies are warning that the United States' sweeping new tariffs under President Donald Trump are creating deep uncertainty, weakening consumer confidence, and complicating long-term investment plans.
FC Barcelona received a timely boost ahead of their Champions League semifinal second leg against Inter Milan, with star striker Robert Lewandowski returning to training and expected to be fit for selection.
Turkey's Halkbank asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review a lower court ruling saying it can be prosecuted for allegedly helping Iran evade American sanctions, a U.S.-based lawyer for the bank said on Monday.
Kazakhstan and Vietnam have taken a significant step toward strengthening their bilateral relationship, with General Secretary To Lam announcing Kazakhstan as Vietnam’s first strategic partner in Central Asia during his visit to Astana.
French President Emmanuel Macron will host Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Paris on Wednesday, marking the new Syrian leader’s first official visit to Europe since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad late last year.
A court in Azerbaijan continues public hearings involving Armenian nationals accused of committing crimes during the conflict over Karabakh.
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