Europe

Croatia reinstates compulsory military service

According to Euronews, citing public broadcaster HRT, the announcement made on Friday stated that Croatia is returning to conscription after the Croatian parliament approved the measure with 84 votes in favour, 11 against, and 30 abstentions in the 151-member chamber, marking the country's first return to conscription since it was suspended in 2008 in favour of a fully volunteer military system.

2025-10-25T18:05:19.042139+00:00 IST

Ireland’s Catherine Connolly poised for presidency after rival co

According to France 24, Ireland's national broadcaster RTE said the contest had been overshadowed by criticism of its lack of competition. Early tallies suggested a record number of spoiled ballots and low voter turnout, with The Irish Times reporting participation below 40 per cent in many polling stations.

2025-10-25T17:52:41.008203+00:00 IST

SFT France denounces China’s cultural exploitation

According to Phayul, the demonstrators accused the Pompidou Centre and its collaborator, White Cube gallery, of "romanticising destruction" by showcasing Cai's work as a symbol of artistic brilliance. The exhibition, co-organised by the two prestigious institutions, portrays Cai as a visionary bridging "tradition and modernity" through his explosive art, a framing Tibetan activists call a blatant disregard for the harm inflicted on sacred Tibetan land.

2025-10-25T12:50:57.613992+00:00 IST

"Sanctions remain one of the most painful blows for Putin," says Zelenskyy, urges US to widen Russian oil sanctions

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged the US to expand sanctions on all Russian oil companies and provide long-range missiles, highlighting Russia's economic struggles. During talks in London with European leaders, he emphasized strengthening Ukraine's defences and countering Moscow's ongoing aggression.

2025-10-25T03:06:53.662196+00:00 IST

Swedish PM backs Ukraine in virtual meet

Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson, participated in a virtual meeting hosted by UK PM Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron on the peace negotiations for Ukraine. He also shared the news of Sweden o potentially export 100-150 Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine.

2025-10-25T03:04:34.175201+00:00 IST

Russia slams EU 19th sanctions, warns Brussels isolating itself

Russia's Foreign Ministry condemned the EU's 19th sanctions package as "illegal" and "self-destructive," saying it isolates the bloc internationally. Zakharova criticized restrictions on trade, banks, LNG, tourism, and diplomats, warning the measures harm EU interests and promised Russia would respond with effective countermeasures.

2025-10-25T02:43:56.219756+00:00 IST

Nepal continue to remain in FATF'S greylist

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) kept Nepal and 17 other countries on its 'greylist' and reviewed their progress in addressing strategic deficiencies in combating money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing.

2025-10-25T01:04:08.382275+00:00 IST

North Korea, Iran, and Myanmar remain under FATF's blacklist

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global watchdog against terror financing and money laundering, continued to list North Korea (DPRK), Iran, and Myanmar under blacklist as "high-risk jurisdictions subject to a Call for Action" for severe deficiencies in their anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) regimes.

2025-10-25T00:01:25.547227+00:00 IST

Exit from Greylist not bulletproof: FATF warns Pakistan

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global terror funding watchdog, has warned Pakistan that its removal from the 'greylist' in October 2022 doesn't make it immune to money laundering and terrorist financing.

2025-10-24T23:10:30.056447+00:00 IST

Mark Rutte meets with European leaders to discuss Ukraine support

Rutte also welcomed the recent announcement of providing additional military aid to Ukraine, highlighting how developments on the battlefield show that support to the country is working and thanked the Ukrainian allies for their support.

2025-10-24T21:54:55.094500+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets ABB Group CEO Morten Wierod

In a post on X, he said, "Met Mr. Morten Wierod, CEO, ABB Group. Shared how India's rapid strides in manufacturing, infrastructure, and clean energy present vast opportunities for the group to deepen its partnership with our growth story, by leveraging its engineering and digitalisation expertise."

2025-10-24T20:18:55.821904+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets Bank of America's International President

In a post on X, he said, "Met Mr. Bernard Mensah, President of International for Bank of America. Discussed ways to deepen India-US financial cooperation, expand investment and how ongoing reforms and a conducive business environment are strengthening investor confidence in India."

2025-10-24T20:15:58.303960+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets with German business leaders

"Wonderful meeting with the leadership of the Federation of German Industries, @Der_BDI. Discussed strategic initiatives to further strengthen Indo-German trade relations, deepen industrial collaboration, and enhance the role of our businesses in shaping the future of global trade," the Union Minister posted on X.

2025-10-24T18:54:33.297817+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets Airbus Chairman Rene Obermann

In a post on X, he said, "Wonderful meeting with Rene Obermann, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Airbus. Delighted to hear his confidence in India's growth story. We discussed how Airbus plans to further strengthen its partnership with India by leveraging the country's remarkable engineering and technological talent, forward-looking policy initiatives, and improved Ease of Doing Business."

2025-10-24T18:47:46.281195+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal meets EU Commissioner in Berlin

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, held talks with Valdis Dombrovskis, EU Commissioner for Economy and Productivity, in Berlin.

2025-10-24T17:38:06.192397+00:00 IST

BRICS media delegates wowed by Moscow culture and media

Heads of media outlets from 16 countries visited Moscow for the BRICS Global Media Tour and the 17th Assembly of the Russian World. Delegates toured the BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre, explored TV BRICS activities, and praised Russian culture, literature, and media cooperation initiatives.

2025-10-24T05:41:24.345196+00:00 IST

Russian World Assembly highlights global promotion of language

The 17th Russian World Assembly opened in Moscow on October 20, bringing together representatives from 105 countries to discuss the role of Russian civilisation in global intercivilisational cooperation. The forum, organised by the Russkiy Mir Foundation with TV BRICS as the international media partner, featured plenary sessions, panel discussions, and cultural programmes, including a performance at the P. I. Tchaikovsky Concert Hall.

2025-10-24T05:12:36.331176+00:00 IST

Antonio Guterres shares message on 80th UN Day

The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres shared a message on Friday on the occasion of the 80th UN anniversary, where he gave a call for the world to come together in solving problems, fulfil the promise of the UN, and gave a call for being united in the face of challenges.

2025-10-24T04:52:12.129348+00:00 IST

EU backs Ukraine aid, Russian energy ban, new sanctions

The EU pledged financial aid to Ukraine through 2027, approved its 19th sanctions package against Russia, and began talks to ban Russian gas and oil imports. Zelenskyy welcomed the support, while EU leaders emphasized long-term backing for Ukraine and measures to counter Russia's energy weaponisation.

2025-10-24T02:28:06.549370+00:00 IST

India-US making progress in trade negotiations: Piyush Goyal

In an interaction with DD, Goyal highlighted that India and the US are engaged in talks, with teams working together, and that the Commerce Secretary met US counterparts to push talks forward toward a fair and equitable trade deal.

2025-10-23T19:32:47.281333+00:00 IST

Zelensky, Macron meet in Brussels to coordinate Ukraine support

The meeting between Zelensky and Macron came as European leaders gathered in Brussels to discuss the situation in Ukraine, the new EU sanctions package against Russia, and ongoing security cooperation within the bloc.

2025-10-23T17:55:51.598703+00:00 IST