Keywords: INTERNATIONAL


FIFA and Iranian Football officials to hold talks over 2026 World Cup participation

As preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, senior officials from FIFA are expected to meet representatives of the Iranian Football Federation in Istanbul on Saturday to discuss Iran’s participation in the tournament. According to international media reports, FIFA Secretary-General Mattias......

Panama Canal rules out shipping restrictions despite drought concerns for 2026

The Panama Canal authority has stated that it does not currently plan to impose restrictions on vessel traffic in 2026, even if expected climate conditions linked to El Niño lead to reduced rainfall and potential water shortages. The canal, which connects the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, continues......

Venezuela launches major debt restructuring amid economic challenges

Venezuela has officially launched a broad restructuring of its public debt in an effort to stabilize the national economy and restore confidence among international investors after years of financial crisis and default. The restructuring process includes debt linked to the Venezuelan government and......

German Chancellor Merz questions opportunities in the United States

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz sparked international debate after stating that he would currently discourage his children from living or studying in the United States, citing concerns about the country’s evolving social environment and limited opportunities for young graduates. Speaking during......

BT revives talks over international business sale

British telecom giant BT Group is reportedly restarting discussions over the potential sale or strategic partnership of its international business, according to Sky News, after suspending similar negotiations a year earlier. The company is said to be in early talks with major global telecom players......

TSMC plans major share sale in Vanguard Semiconductor

Taiwanese semiconductor giant Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company announced plans to sell up to 152 million shares in Vanguard International Semiconductor through a block trade aimed at financial institutional investors. The operation is expected to reduce TSMC’s ownership stake in Vanguard......

North Korea condemns UK sanctions on children’s camp

North Korea strongly criticised the United Kingdom after London imposed sanctions on the Songdowon International Children’s Camp, a facility accused of involvement in activities linked to Ukrainian children transferred from territories occupied by Russia. The dispute adds further tension to the......

Devyani International narrows quarterly loss as KFC and Pizza Hut sales improve in India

Indian restaurant operator Devyani International reported a narrower quarterly loss, supported by stronger same-store sales and improving customer demand across its fast-food brands. The company operates major international restaurant franchises in India, including KFC and Pizza Hut, under licensing......

Xi Jinping gives Donald Trump rare visit to historic Zhongnanhai compound in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping offered former U.S. President Donald Trump a rare visit to the historic Zhongnanhai compound in Beijing following high-level discussions on trade, regional security, and international relations. Located next to the Forbidden City and near Tiananmen Square, Zhongnanhai serves......