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Industrial output down 1.3% in Jan.; consumption, investment gain ground
BusinessKorea Herald4h ago

Industrial output down 1.3% in Jan.; consumption, investment gain ground

South Korea's industrial output dipped from a month earlier in January amid a slowdown in manufacturing production, particularly semiconductors, while private consumption and facility investment went up, government data showed Wednesday. Industrial production dropped 1.3 percent on-month in January, marking the first decline in three months, according to the data from the Ministry of Data and Statistics. Output from the mining and manufacturing sectors, considered the backbone of the economy, co

Turkish Opposition Mayor Arrested and Suspended
Politicsstockholm-cf13h ago

Turkish Opposition Mayor Arrested and Suspended

Bolu Mayor Tanju Özcan, a member of the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), was arrested by a Turkish court and subsequently suspended from office by the Interior Ministry pending trial.

Interior Ministry issues civil defence self-protection guidelines
Politicsin-cyprus19h ago

Interior Ministry issues civil defence self-protection guidelines

The Interior Ministry has issued self-protection guidelines to help the public prepare for the risk of hostile action and take timely precautionary measures. In urban areas, authorities will sound sirens in affected districts and instruct residents to move to shelters or designated temporary protection areas in the event of an emergency. Civil Defence sirens serve […]

China’s trade bureau set to partner West Africa IMT summit
Businessvanguard-ng22h ago

China’s trade bureau set to partner West Africa IMT summit

The Trade Development Bureau of China’s Ministry of Commerce (TDB) has been confirmed as a Strategic Country Partner (China) for the West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing and Trade (West Africa IMT) Summit and Exhibition 2026. This, according to organisers, reinforces a growing shift in Nigeria-China economic relations from expanding trade volumes to anchoring industrial production and long-term […] The post China’s trade bureau set to partner West Africa IMT summit appeared first on V...

Govt. to secure oil supplies from outside Middle East amid possible closure of Hormuz strait
WorldDawnKorea Heraldndtv+1newsbeast1d ago4 sources

Govt. to secure oil supplies from outside Middle East amid possible closure of Hormuz strait

The government said Tuesday it will push for securing oil supplies from outside the Middle East in response to the possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing US and Israeli strikes on Iran, while stressing that South Korea has sufficient oil reserves. The Ministry of Economy and Finance held an emergency response meeting on the Iran conflict with related ministries to assess the impact of the situation on South Korea and discuss a response strategy. The ministry said no safety issues

Qatar Air Force Shoots Down 2 Iranian Aircraft
WorldNYTmorgunbladidndtv1d ago3 sources

Qatar Air Force Shoots Down 2 Iranian Aircraft

Qatar's air force shot down two aircraft inbound from Iran on Monday, Doha's defence ministry said in a statement after the Islamic republic earlier targeted gas facilities in the Gulf state.

Poland Plans Major Judicial Reform
Politicsrzeczpospolita1h ago

Poland Plans Major Judicial Reform

Poland is preparing significant changes to judicial access, including making the judges' school independent from the Ministry of Justice, reforming judicial apprenticeships, and enhancing candidate verification.

Montenegro MUP Violated Citizen's Rights by Silence
Politicsvijesti-me12h ago

Montenegro MUP Violated Citizen's Rights by Silence

Montenegro's Ministry of Interior (MUP) ignored requests and urgencies from the ombudsman regarding children from Tivat who lack regulated residency in Montenegro, despite living there since birth, thus violating a citizen's rights.

Jacek Czaputowicz: Why Poland doesn't suit Germany
Politicsrzeczpospolita14h ago

Jacek Czaputowicz: Why Poland doesn't suit Germany

Following this year's exposé by the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, some might have gotten the impression that Poland is on the verge of a Polexit, and only the heroic actions of the government have prevented it from falling into the abyss like the British.

Italy summons Iranian ambassador over Cyprus drone strike
Worldcyprus-mail14h ago

Italy summons Iranian ambassador over Cyprus drone strike

The Italian foreign ministry on Tuesday summoned the Iranian ambassador in Rome to protest the firing of a drone at the United Kingdom’s Akrotiri air force base in Cyprus. “I made it clear to the Iranian ambassador, after the attack which took place in Cyprus, that Europe has nothing to do with it, that it […]

FG, CSO partner to boost inclusive healthcare policies 
Healthpunch-ng15h ago

FG, CSO partner to boost inclusive healthcare policies 

Nigeria’s Health Ministry partners with Intersex Nigeria to integrate intersex perspectives into national healthcare policies, improving protection and acc Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-cso-partner-to-boost-inclusive-healthcare-policies/

Spanish Government Approves Intern Statute to Limit Abuses
Politicsla-vanguardia15h ago

Spanish Government Approves Intern Statute to Limit Abuses

Two and a half years after an agreement between the Ministry of Labor and unions, the Spanish government has approved a new intern statute aimed at limiting potential abuses and compensating expenses for interns. The bill now moves to Congress where its support is not yet secured.

Ministry says 19 Cyprus-flagged ships in Persian Gulf remain safe
Worldcyprus-mail17h ago

Ministry says 19 Cyprus-flagged ships in Persian Gulf remain safe

Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping on Tuesday said that there are currently 19 ships under the Cypriot flag operating in the Persian Gulf, adding that both the vessels and their crews remain safe. In a statement, the ministry said it has been closely monitoring developments in the region “from the very beginning” and remains in […]

Iranian Drones Hit US Embassy in Riyadh, Trump Vows Swift Response
Worldmorocco-world-news17h ago

Iranian Drones Hit US Embassy in Riyadh, Trump Vows Swift Response

Marrakech – Two drones struck the United States Embassy in the Saudi capital Riyadh early Tuesday, causing a limited fire and minor material damage, Saudi Arabia’s Defense Ministry said. Black smoke rose over Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter, which houses foreign missions. Three people told Reuters a loud blast was heard, and flames were seen at the […] The post Iranian Drones Hit US Embassy in Riyadh, Trump Vows Swift Response appeared first on Morocco World News.

Kazakh Water Diplomats Undergo Training in Europe and China
Environmentastana-times21h ago

Kazakh Water Diplomats Undergo Training in Europe and China

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakh specialists in water management are receiving training in Europe and China as part of efforts to strengthen water diplomacy capacity, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation reported on March 2.  In November 2025, 13 participants completed studies at Corvinus University of Budapest under a dual master’s degree program between the Kazakh… The post Kazakh Water Diplomats Undergo Training ...

Fire at the US embassy in Riyadh after explosions
Worldnrkfazberlingske+16irozhlasNHK WorldvgmorgunbladidBusiness Insiderhindula-vanguardiaTimes of Indiahindustan-timesiefimeridanaftemporikindtvchannel-news-asiabalkan-webnewsbeastRappler1d ago19 sources

Fire at the US embassy in Riyadh after explosions

A fire broke out at the US embassy in the Saudi Arabian capital, Riyadh, after an explosion on the premises, two sources told Reuters news agency.

ScienceNHK World1d ago

METI to Propose Radioactive Waste Survey on Minamitorishima Island

Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) plans to propose a literature survey, the first stage of investigation for a high-level radioactive waste final disposal site, on Minamitorishima Island in Ogasawara Village, Tokyo. METI officials are scheduled to visit Ogasawara Village to make the proposal.

Serbia evacuates its citizens from Israel
Politicsindex-hr1d ago

Serbia evacuates its citizens from Israel

SERBIA is evacuating its citizens from Israel due to the escalation of conflict in the Middle East, with the embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs organizing their transport via Egypt.

Montenegro Debates Security Laws for MUP and ANB
Politicsvijesti-me1d ago

Montenegro Debates Security Laws for MUP and ANB

A 'Reflektor' program in Montenegro discusses proposed laws concerning the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP) and the National Security Agency (ANB), questioning whether they serve political parties or society.

11-Year-Old Girl Dies from Falling Debris in Kuwait
Worldiefimerida33m ago

11-Year-Old Girl Dies from Falling Debris in Kuwait

Kuwait's Ministry of Health announced that an eleven-year-old girl succumbed to injuries after being hit by debris falling from the sky in the capital city. The ministry did not specify the source of the debris.

Israeli strike hits Beirut hotel
Worldle-monde1h ago

Israeli strike hits Beirut hotel

Lebanon's health ministry said that strikes on two towns South of Beirut had killed six people and wounded eight, while Israel stated on Wednesday that it has launched a 'broad wave of strikes' on targets in Iran.

Iranian Missile Strikes US Base in Qatar
Worldhinduobservadoriefimerida+5klix-banaftemporikindtvbalkan-webnewsbeast1h ago8 sources

Iranian Missile Strikes US Base in Qatar

An Iranian ballistic missile struck a United States military base in Al-Udeid, Qatar, on Tuesday, according to Qatar's Ministry of Defense. This strike is part of Tehran's retaliatory actions against targets in the Gulf.

Under Trump, the US has unleashed its own wolf warriors
PoliticsSCMP7h ago

Under Trump, the US has unleashed its own wolf warriors

A suspected CIA-funded publication in Asia recently asked where all the Chinese wolf warriors have gone. It was referring to those supposedly rude envoys who harangued the governments of their host countries and foreign ministry spokespeople who confronted foreign reporters at news conferences. Well, Beijing reined them in long ago. But US President Donald Trump has unleashed his own. Open hostility towards host countries and their peoples seems to be a job requirement in Washington for a US...

Polish Hospitals Protest Healthcare Funding Crisis
Healthrzeczpospolitatvn2412h ago2 sources

Polish Hospitals Protest Healthcare Funding Crisis

Directors of district hospitals in Poland protested outside the Ministry of Health, drawing attention to a critical crisis in healthcare funding. Slogans like 'District hospitals don't want to die on their knees' highlighted their concerns.

Morocco Sets Hajj 1447 Cost at MAD 63,021
Culturemorocco-world-news12h ago

Morocco Sets Hajj 1447 Cost at MAD 63,021

Rabat – Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs Ahmed Toufiq announced that the final cost of Hajj for the 1447 Hijri season has been fixed at MAD 63,021 ($6,779) for pilgrims under the official organization supervised by the ministry. The announcement came during a meeting of the Royal Commission in charge of Hajj affairs.  The […] The post Morocco Sets Hajj 1447 Cost at MAD 63,021 appeared first on Morocco World News.

Cyprus working to repatriate stranded nationals as foreign ministry warns of difficult situation
Politicsdelfi-ltnaftemporikiin-cyprus15h ago3 sources

Cyprus working to repatriate stranded nationals as foreign ministry warns of difficult situation

Cyprus’s Foreign Ministry described the regional situation on Tuesday as difficult, requiring organisation, patience and cooperation, as diplomatic efforts continue in the wake of US and Israeli strikes against Iran. Foreign Ministry sources said diplomatic contacts had continued over the past 48 hours with EU member states, EU institutions and third countries, with ongoing analysis […]