2023 confirmed as world's hottest year on record

The year 2023 has been confirmed as the warmest on record, driven by human-caused climate change and boosted by the natural El Niño weather event, BBC reports.

Spain announces return of facemasks in hospitals

The Spanish government has imposed the mandatory use of facemasks in hospitals and health centers from Wednesday, following a sharp rise in COVID-19 and flu infections in recent weeks, Xinhua agency reports.

US, China conclude two days of military talks in Washington

The United States and China wrapped up two days of military talks in Washington on Tuesday, the Pentagon said, the latest engagement since the two countries agreed to resume military-to-military ties, Reuters reports.

Festive tracks: Europe by train - affordable & enchanting

With holiday cheer swirling through charming European towns, train travel emerges as a delightful option for those seeking adventure and affordability.

Macron's younger gamble: New PM to revamp presidency

In a move interpreted as a bid to revitalise his presidency, Emmanuel Macron tapped 34-year-old Gabriel Attal as France's new prime minister on Tuesday.

Amid dual wars, Europe's political chess game unfolds

In the backdrop of two wars unfolding on the world’s map, the one in Gaza has quickly faded in both public opinion and the media, even faster than the conflict in Ukraine, says Dan Alexe, in his commentary on the two major conflicts and the ways they can influence the geopolitical landscape.

Israel Cabinet slated to vote on 2024 war budget this week -Finance Minister

Israel's cabinet is set to approve a 2024 wartime budget on Thursday, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said on Sunday, after ministers approved 9 billion shekels ($2.5 billion) in financial support for military reservists, Reuters reports.

North Korea firing shots again near border with South

North Korea again fired artillery shells near its tense sea boundary with the South on Sunday, as the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un mocked the South's ability to detect its weapons launches, AP reports.

Italian foreign minister calls for formation of EU army

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expressed the need for the European Union to form its own combined armed forces, focusing on its role in peacekeeping and conflict prevention, Reuters reports.

Russia launches 28 drones, three missiles at Ukraine, Ukraine's air force says

Russia launched 28 attack drones and three cruise missile at Ukraine overnight, Ukraine's air force said on Sunday, adding that its air defence systems destroyed 21 of the drones, Reuters reports.

Charles Michel to run for EU election

European Council President Charles Michel will run as a candidate for the European parliamentary election in June, he told three Belgian media outlets. A spokesperson for Michel confirmed the announcement to POLITICO.

The head of Japanese diplomacy pays a visit to Ukraine

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa visited Ukraine on Sunday to meet with her counterpart Dmytro Kuleba to show Tokyo’s continued support, a ministry official said, AFP reports.