President Trump finds Putin’s attendance at the 2026 G20 summit potentially beneficial but is uncertain about Russia’s formal invitation or participation decision.
US President Trump announced a three-week extension of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire following historic US-facilitated talks aimed at advancing peace and countering Hezbollah.
Uzbekistan's light vehicle sales surged 19% in March 2026, driven by strong growth in new and used car markets, with regional sales and electric vehicle uptake rising steadily.
Julia Klöckner’s Signal account was hacked in a phishing attack, compromising CDU leadership communications and highlighting cyber vulnerabilities among Germany's political elite.
Turkey is actively facilitating renewed peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, aiming to end the ongoing conflict amid broader geopolitical tensions impacting global business landscapes.
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni firmly rejects Russian propaganda attacks following offensive remarks by a Russian TV host, with broad political support and diplomatic protest.
Lufthansa will cancel 20,000 flights through October 2026 to save over 40,000 tons of jet fuel amid rising energy costs and geopolitical instability affecting aviation fuel supplies.
Tencent and Kaspi.kz’s leadership acquired about 6 million ADS shares, strengthening the fintech’s shareholder base and signaling confidence in growth strategy.
France and Poland are jointly developing a military satellite to secure Poland's defense communications and reduce reliance on foreign satellite systems by 2030.
Thuringia's constitutional protection head warns Russian psychological warfare targets German defense firms supplying Ukraine, posing hybrid threats to executives and operations.
Former President Rumen Radev’s Progressive Bulgaria coalition leads parliamentary elections with over 40%, heralding potential shifts in anti-corruption policy and business climate.
Lithuania and Latvia have once again denied Slovak PM Robert Fico overflight rights en route to Moscow for May 9 celebrations, illustrating EU divisions over Russia engagement.
Global airlines reduce flight capacity by 3% in May due to jet fuel shortages caused by Middle East conflicts and the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
Hungary’s Tisa party wins majority in parliamentary elections amid disputed results and fraud claims involving a namesake candidate confusing voters in a key district.
Donald Trump declined NATO's offer to assist in the Strait of Hormuz security mission, calling the alliance ineffective, while European leaders plan a multinational peacekeeping operation.
Dilshod Ahmedov, former CEO of Uzbekistan's O‘zmetkombinat, is internationally wanted over allegations of large-scale embezzlement amid an ongoing investigation.
Pope Leo XIV condemns global tyrants exploiting religion for gain during Africa tour, provoking sharp criticism from US leadership and highlighting geopolitical tensions.
Slovakia will block the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia until oil flow resumes via the Druzhba pipeline through Ukraine, citing energy security concerns.
Germany's Bundeswehr Military Museum in Koblenz restricts entry for Uzbek and several Central Asian nationals, citing new security legislation affecting access to military exhibits.
Uzbek banks report strong profit growth and asset expansion in Q1 2026 amid rising competition and operational costs, highlighting strategic challenges for executives.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister says the UN proposal to monitor the Strait of Hormuz lacks support from key parties and its future is uncertain.