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EU Adopts Temporary Measures to Reduce Armenia Import Tariffs

EU Adopts Temporary Measures to Reduce Armenia Import Tariffs

The European Union's Council has formally adopted temporary trade liberalization measures for Armenian products. These measures are designed to support Armenia's economy, particularly in response to trade restrictions imposed by Russia. The new regulations will liberalize approximately 80% of Armenian exports to the EU by suspending import duties on a wide range of products, including certain agricultural goods. This decision follows a positive vote in the European Parliament. The regulation is set to come into force the day after its publication in the EU's Official Journal and will remain applicable for a period of two years.

Cameroon Addresses Shipping Registry Abuse Amidst International Pressure

Cameroon Addresses Shipping Registry Abuse Amidst International Pressure

Cameroon is actively working to deregister and sanction foreign vessels that are illegally using its shipping registry to evade international detection and sanctions. These vessels, often referred to as 'shadow fleet' tankers, are frequently involved in transporting oil from sanctioned countries like Iran, Russia, and Venezuela. The reforms initiated by Cameroon include suspending new registrations for vessels operating outside its waters and conducting an audit of its existing shipping register. These actions come in response to pressure from international bodies such as the European Union and the International Maritime Organization. The country is also focused on enhancing its digital vessel registration process to combat fraud and improve traceability. Raoul Sumo Tayo, a senior researcher at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS), notes that while these reforms are commendable, they alone may not fully resolve the issue, as challenges like counterfeit certificates, fraudulent websites, and compromised...

Europe uses subsidies, taxes and policy pauses to offset pain of high fuel prices

Europe uses subsidies, taxes and policy pauses to offset pain of high fuel prices

Governments across Europe are using subsidies, taxes, and policy changes to help their economies, companies and aggrieved citizens weather an energy crisis caused by wars in Ukraine and the Middle East

Poland halted asylum claims at the Belarus border and now wants Europe to follow its example

Poland halted asylum claims at the Belarus border and now wants Europe to follow its example

Poland stopped registering asylum applications from migrants entering from Belarus in March 2025, calling it a temporary emergency measure

Marine Le Pen's Stance on Ukraine War Sparks Debate Ahead of French Presidential Election

Marine Le Pen's Stance on Ukraine War Sparks Debate Ahead of French Presidential Election

Marine Le Pen, leader of France's National Rally and a leading candidate for the 2027 presidential election, has adopted a nuanced position on the war in Ukraine. She has repeatedly expressed a desire to maintain distance from economic sanctions against Russia, arguing that these measures harm French economic interests, particularly in agriculture and industry. Le Pen advocates for a pragmatic approach centered on diplomatic dialogue to resolve the conflict. This stance has drawn criticism from other political figures, such as Jean-Luc Mélenchon of La France Insoumise, who supports firmer sanctions to defend Ukrainian sovereignty. Le Pen contends that sanctions negatively impact French businesses exporting to Russia and believes that dialogue and negotiation are more likely to lead to a peaceful resolution. Her position contrasts with those of other candidates, including Édouard Philippe, who seeks a balanced foreign policy, and Mélenchon, who calls for increased firmness towards Russia.

Exclusive-Europe needs 'decisive change' in defence efforts to face Russia threat, EU agency says

Exclusive-Europe needs 'decisive change' in defence efforts to face Russia threat, EU agency says

By Lili Bayer BRUSSELS, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The European Union is not rearming quickly or effectively enough to meet its goal of being ready to defend against Russia by 2030, according to the executive summary of an EU report prepared for the bloc's leaders and seen by Reuters.

Protests against war crimes verdicts add pressure on Kosovo's government

Protests against war crimes verdicts add pressure on Kosovo's government

Daily protests in Kosovo against war crimes convictions for former rebel commanders have spread throughout the small Balkan country

The Latest: Xi wraps up Washington visit with a trip to see the Constitution and Bill of Rights

The Latest: Xi wraps up Washington visit with a trip to see the Constitution and Bill of Rights

President Donald Trump will take Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit the National Archives, showing off the sacred texts of U.S. democracy to the leader of the world’s most powerful communist country to cap off a three-day state visit criticized for being heavy on pomp and light on substance

Analysis-A diplomatic split screen as Trump and Xi meet

Analysis-A diplomatic split screen as Trump and Xi meet

By Antoni Slodkowski, John Irish and Tom Balmforth UNITED NATIONS, Sept 24 (Reuters) - While world leaders gather at the United Nations for their annual diplomatic ritual, the two biggest power brokers in global politics will sit down in a different venue on Thursday: the White House.

Senator Todd Young Addresses National Security Threats and Adversary Cooperation at FDD Event

Senator Todd Young Addresses National Security Threats and Adversary Cooperation at FDD Event

U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) recently participated in a fireside chat with Bradley Bowman, Senior Director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ (FDD) Center on Military and Political Power. The discussion focused on the increasing cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, and the resulting national security challenges for the United States. This event coincided with the release of 'Axis of Aggressors: Countering the Cooperation of China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea,' a book co-authored by Bowman and other FDD experts. During the chat, Senator Young emphasized the critical need for the U.S. to bolster its economic and national security, rebuild essential domestic capabilities, and collaborate with allies and partners to counteract the growing alignment of these adversarial nations. The senator's participation underscores a continued focus on geopolitical threats and strategic responses from U.S. policymakers.

Trump signs US-Denmark-Greenland agreement to bolster Arctic security

Trump signs US-Denmark-Greenland agreement to bolster Arctic security

The United States, Denmark, and Greenland have signed an agreement to strengthen security in the Arctic and North Atlantic

Trump threatens Iran, predicts Cuba's fall. Key UN takeaways

Trump threatens Iran, predicts Cuba's fall. Key UN takeaways

At the United Nations, Trump warned the rest of the world that the United States wouldn't hesitate to flex its strength as a global superpower.