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The court remains cautious: shipping companies are in no rush to return to the Strait of Hormuz
Despite the framework peace agreement between the US and Iran, global shipping companies warn that resuming traffic through the Strait of Hormuz will take weeks or months due to mines, stranded vessels, and a lack of trust.
Over 200 organizations call for a ban on "artificial intelligence" in military kill chains
More than 200 human rights and civil society organizations are calling on governments and tech companies to stop the use of AI for military purposes, warning that it turns war into a "death conveyor" without sufficient legal frameworks and transparency.
New rules for air passengers: Full rights for delayed or cancelled flights
The European Parliament has reached a historic agreement on passenger rights. Learn how to receive compensation of up to 600 euros and what the new guarantees are in case of flight delays.
From 2027: UK to restrict access for children under 16 to social media
From the spring of 2027, children under 16 in the UK will not have access to social media, following the Australian model, and technology companies will be held responsible for blocking their accounts.
Historic deal: Trump announces peace with Iran and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump has announced a peace agreement with Iran and the complete lifting of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The official signing is scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.
Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with an MMA gala for 4,000 people in front of the White House
For his 80th birthday, Donald Trump is organizing an MMA spectacle for 4,000 spectators on the South Lawn of the White House – a $60 million show that kicks off the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
EU countries open the first chapter of membership negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova
EU member states have agreed to open the "Fundamentals" chapter in accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova – a recognition of reforms and a political signal for expansion in the early 2030s.
Secret decrees and army purges: is Erdogan preparing Turkey for conflict with Israel?
The opposition website "Nordic Monitor" claims that Ankara is preparing for a potential clash with Israel, but an Israeli expert sees Erdogan's moves primarily as an effort to tighten control over the Turkish army and prevent another coup.
Trump called off strikes against Iran: What is next for the Middle East?
Donald Trump announced a halt to military operations against Iran following new discussions. Learn which countries support the agreement and what follows for regional security.
Turkish trawler sank in the Black Sea after an attack, one sailor died
Fishing vessel "Duru 67" under Turkish flag sinks after an attack in the northern part of the Black Sea; one sailor has died, four are injured, and the perpetrator remains unknown.
Visa, Mastercard, and Stripe prepare a joint stablecoin payment platform
Visa, Mastercard, and Stripe are on the verge of launching a joint stablecoin platform, while Coinbase and Circle weigh their roles in the project and the future of USDC.
Trump confirms calling Netanyahu a "madman" in conversation about strikes on Lebanon
President Donald Trump admitted that he called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "f***ing psycho" during a conversation about planned strikes on Beirut and insisted they be halted so that negotiations with Iran would not fail.
Bitcoin falls below $70,000 following "Mt. Gox" transfers and symbolic sale by "Strategy"
For the first time since April, Bitcoin fell below $70,000 due to geopolitical tension, the transfer of over 10,000 BTC from "Mt. Gox", ETF outflows, and the first sale of BTC by "Strategy" since 2022.
Wise shares plunge 18% following Belgian money laundering investigation
The Belgian prosecutor's office is investigating Wise for the potential use of its accounts for money laundering, which led to an approximately 18% drop in shares and put anti-financial crime control systems under scrutiny.
Oil prices surged sharply due to the deepening Israeli offensive in Lebanon
Brent and U.S. crude prices jumped by more than 2% following the expansion of Israel's operations against Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon and mounting uncertainty over the extension of the truce between the U.S. and Iran.