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Trump's troop-cutting threat tests transatlantic security ties

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:15:05 GMT

The U.S.-German dispute has evolved into a broader rift between the United States and its European allies, with leaders and analysts warning of lasting implications for NATO and Europe's strategic future.

BERLIN, May 1 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to cut American troop deployments in Europe has intensified transatlantic tensions, exposing deep divisions over security, defense

"Why shouldn't I?": Trump weighs troop cuts in Italy, Spain amid Iran conflict

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:06:08 GMT

Washington, DC [US], May 1 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has hinted at a potential withdrawal of American military personnel from Italy and Spain, launching a scathing critique of both nations regarding their positions on the persisting conflict with Iran. The move has further exacerbated the widening diplomatic chasm between Washington and its traditional European partners.

Addressing the media at the Oval Of

Netanyahu says Israel intercepted Gaza-bound "Hamas-supporting" flotilla, Spanish PM condemns action

Fri, 01 May 2026 00:51:27 GMT

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 1 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel had successfully intercepted and turned back a Gaza-bound flotilla carrying activists.

In a post on X on Thursday, Netanyahu praised the Israeli Navy for stopping the vessels before they reached Gaza. 'Well done to our Navy! I instructed them to prevent a Hamas-supporting flotilla from reaching the shores of Gaza. The mission w

Reporters Without Borders slam Israel for abducting journalists

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:34:43 GMT

Three correspondents were detained aboard the Gaza-bound activist flotilla

International advocacy group Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has accused Israel of kidnapping journalists traveling on board of the Gaza-bound activist flotilla intercepted by the Israeli Navy on Thursday.

The Israeli forces seized 22 of the 58 boats of the pro-Palestinian Second Sumud Flotilla near the Greek island

Reporters Without Borders slams Israel for abducting journalists

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:34:43 GMT

Three correspondents were detained aboard the Gaza-bound activist flotilla

The Israeli forces seized 22 of the 58 boats of the pro-Palestinian Second Sumud Flotilla near the Greek island

Title-chasing Rajasthan United prepare for struggling Dempo SC in crucial IFL clash

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:42:29 GMT

Ludhiana (Punjab) [India], April 30 (ANI): Rajasthan United FC's title ambitions face a critical test when they take on Dempo SC in a championship phase fixture of Indian Football League (IFL) 2025-26 at the Namdhari Football Stadium in Sri Bhaini Sahib, Ludhiana, on Friday.

Both teams have already opened their championship phase campaigns, albeit with differing outcomes. Rajasthan United suffered a narrow 1-2 de

Wanted Ukrainian Tycoons Family Ties To Russia War Revealed

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:18:58 GMT

A sanctioned mining concern that was formerly owned by the holding company of a Ukrainian tycoon suspected of treason and remains in his familys hands continues to operate and pays millions in taxes to Moscow, an RFE/RL investigation has determined.

Schemes, the investigative unit of RFE/RLs Ukrainian Service, also found that billionaire former lawmaker Vadym Novynskiy appears to have settled in Croatia, where he

Cara Delevingne announces debut music career, unveils 11-city international tour

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:26:37 GMT

London [UK], April 30 (ANI): Model-actor Cara Delevingne has officially stepped into the music world, announcing her debut as a recording artist along with an 11-city tour across Europe, the U.K., and North America, according to People.

The 33-year-old star shared the news social media, expressing excitement about her first-ever headline shows. She revealed that presale tickets will be available from April 30, w

Atletico, Arsenal draw 1-1 in Champions League semifinal first leg

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:06 GMT

MADRID, 30th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Spanish team Atletico Madrid and English team Arsenal ended their match in a 1-1 draw tonight, during the game held at the Metropolitano Stadium in the Spanish capital, Madrid, as part of the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals.

Arsenal opened the scoring through Viktor Gykeres in the 44th minute from a penalty kick, while Julian Alvarez equalised for Atletico Mad

'A Life Beyond Limits': RAFA posters chronicle Rafael Nadal's grit, glory and more

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:08:15 GMT

Los Angeles [US], April 29 (ANI): Netflix has dropped brand new posters of 'RAFA' - its upcoming documentary series on tennis legend Rafael Nadal.

With minimalist visuals, the first poster refers to Nadal lying on the tennis court after what appears to be a gruelling match. A tagline reads: 'A life beyond limits', suggesting his life that focused on pushing physical and mental boundaries.

Israeli government has approved a $334 million plan to transfer thousands more Israeli civilians into the occupied Syrian Gol

PSG edge Bayern in nine-goal Champions League semi-final thriller

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:24:00 GMT

Khvicha KvaratskheliaandOusmane Dembelescored twice each asParis Saint-Germainbeat Bayern Munich 5-4 in an epic first leg of their Champions League semi-final on Tuesday, an extraordinary encounter becoming the highest-scoring match ever at this stage of the competition.

The first half alone was crazy, with Harry Kane giving Bayern the lead from a penalty only for Kvaratskhelia to equalise before Joao Neves heade

ARFSD-12 - Opening address by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda and Chairperson of the Bureau of the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:30:20 GMT

OPENING ADDRESS BY THE PRIME MINISTER OF THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA AND CHAIRPERSON OF THE BUREAU OF THE 11TH AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (ARFSD-11)

AT THE 12TH AFRICA REGIONAL FORUM ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (ARFSD-12) ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA

Your Excellency the President

Your Excellency Mr Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary

Pashinyan, Aliyev receive Gernika award

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:31:16 GMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - The annual Gernika Peace and Reconciliation Prize has been awarded to Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev for their efforts toward establishing peace between the two countries, Armenia's embassy in Spain reported.

On April 26, Armenia's ambassador to Spain, Sos Avetisyan, attended the award ceremony in the city

Where Americans are heading: Top five countries

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of people leaving America to move to another country compared to previous years. Nowadays, people want to escape high living costs, expensive healthcare and work stress. For many Americans, living abroad is no longer a dream, but a sensible financial plan. Here are the top five countries Americans choose to move to and ways to make the process

Draft Watch Parties were a hit in Mexico, Ireland

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Teresa Varley
The City of Pittsburgh set a record for NFL Draft attendance, with 805,000 people taking in all of the action from the NFL Draft Theater and Stage and Point State Park.
But that isn't the only place where Steelers fans gathered to watch the Draft.
The team hosted Steelers Draft Watch Parties in Mexico City, Mexico and Dublin, Ireland, with fans packing the venues to watch the iconic even

World Insights: Trump's troop-cutting threat tests transatlantic security ties

Fri, 01 May 2026 20:15:08 GMT

BERLIN, May 1 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to cut American troop deployments in Europe has intensified transatlantic tensions, exposing deep divisions over security, defense commitments and Washington's military actions in Iran.
The dispute, triggered by disagreements over U.S. engagement in the Middle East, has evolved into a broader rift between the United States and its European allies, wi

Spain's defense minister dismisses Trump's treat to cut troops

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:15:17 GMT

MADRID, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Spain's Defense Minister Margarita Robles on Friday dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to cut American troops from European countries, including Spain, amid disagreements over Washington's military actions against Iran.
Trump accused Spain and Italy of failing to support the United States in its ongoing conflict with Iran, adding them to Germany as potential targets for a re

Gaza-bound flotilla activists disembark on Greek island of Crete

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:15:10 GMT

ATHENS, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Dozens of activists from the Global Sumud flotilla, an international humanitarian convoy bound for Gaza, disembarked on the Greek island of Crete on Friday.
The flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters on Wednesday evening.
About 175 activists from various countries were transported by Hellenic Coast Guard vessels to the town of Ierapetra, according to G

FC Barcelona looks to secure La Liga title this weekend

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:45:45 GMT

MADRID, May 1 (Xinhua) -- FC Barcelona can be crowned in La Liga this weekend if results go the way of Hansi Flick's side.
Barcelona needs to win its road game against Osasuna on Saturday, and for Real Madrid to either lose or draw away to Espanyol on Sunday, to secure the title, before Real Madrid visits the Camp Nou on May 10.
Osasuna's El Sadar Stadium is a difficult ground for Flick, who suffered his

11 states condemn Israeli assault on Gaza-bound aid flotilla

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:15:04 GMT

ISLAMABAD, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Eleven countries, including Pakistan, on Friday strongly condemned what they described as an Israeli assault on the Global Sumud Flotilla, a pro-Palestinian humanitarian convoy, calling it a violation of international law and an obstruction of humanitarian efforts aimed at Gaza.
In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Trkiye, Brazil, Jordan, Bangladesh, Colombia, Lib

Trump weighs to cut U.S. troops in at least 3 European nations

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:15:10 GMT

WASHINGTON, April 30 (Xinhua) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he may reduce U.S. military presence in Spain and Italy, one day after he announced that his administration is assessing a possible cut of troops in Germany.
"Yeah, probably will," Trump told reporters at the White House when asked about the possible reduction.
"Why shouldn't I? Italy has not been of any help. Spain has been horrib

Spanish researchers use drones, AI to identify wheat resilient to climate change

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:45:08 GMT

BARCELONA, Spain, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Spanish researchers from the University of Barcelona (UB) has used drones, airborne and ground cameras and sensors, as well as artificial intelligence (AI) to develop an innovative way to identify wheat resilient to climate change without compromising yields.
The new study was published in the journal Plant Phenomics in April. UB scholars carried out the studies with the Ag

Spain summons Israeli envoy, condemns detention of Gaza-bound flotilla members

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:45:04 GMT

MADRID, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares on Thursday urgently summoned Israel's charge d'affaires in Madrid, expressing his "strongest condemnation" over the detention of members of the Global Sumud flotilla, a pro-Palestinian humanitarian convoy bound for the Gaza Strip.
The Spanish Foreign Ministry said consular protection mechanisms have been activated, according to the Spanis

China edges Romania for first win at men's ice hockey World Championship

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:15:42 GMT

SHENZHEN, April 30 (Xinhua) -- China secured its first win at the 2026 IIHF Men's World Championship Division I Group B on Thursday, defeating Romania 4-3 in overtime after Hou Yuyang converted a decisive penalty shot.
Romania opened the scoring eight minutes into the first period on a power play, before Hou assisted Wang Jing, who leveled the score with a deft finish.
China's Zhang Jiaqi fired a long-ran

Italy urges Israel to free nationals detained in Gaza flotilla interception

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:45:13 GMT

ROME, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The Italian government on Thursday called on Israel to immediately release the 24 Italian nationals detained during the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, and urged the Israeli authorities to provide further details about the incident.
In a statement, the office of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the seizure of the vessels and called on Israel to "immediately re

Eurozone inflation hits 3 pct in April as first-quarter growth slows

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:45:08 GMT

BRUSSELS, April 30 (Xinhua) -- Euro area annual inflation is expected to rise to 3.0 percent in April, up from 2.6 percent in March, while economic growth remained weak in the first quarter, Eurostat said on Thursday.
According to a flash estimate from the European Union's statistical office, services inflation stood at 3.0 percent, down from 3.2 percent in March. Food, alcohol and tobacco prices rose by 2.5 per

Preview: Barcelona could wrap up La Liga title as relegation battle continues

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:47:23 GMT

MADRID, April 30 (Xinhua) -- The 34th round of La Liga this weekend could see the title all but decided and another Champions League place confirmed.
FC Barcelona will be crowned champion if it wins away to Osasuna on Saturday and Real Madrid loses at Espanyol on Sunday night.
Barca travels to Pamplona without Lamine Yamal, though Raphinha and Marc Bernal could feature. Osasuna, ninth and pushing for Euro

Late own goal denies Palmeiras in Asuncion

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:47:26 GMT

RIO DE JANEIRO, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Goalkeeper Carlos Miguel scored a late own goal as Paraguay's Cerro Porteno salvaged a 1-1 home draw with Brazilian side Palmeiras in the Copa Libertadores group stage on Wednesday.
Colombian midfielder Jhon Arias gave Palmeiras the lead in Asuncion by firing in from close range after Allan's cross.
The visitors looked to be cruising until the 72nd minute when Juan Itu

Osasuna winger Munoz suffers calf injury, World Cup hopes hit

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:18:22 GMT

MADRID, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Osasuna winger Victor Munoz's hopes of earning a place in Spain's World Cup squad have suffered a setback after he picked up a calf injury that will sideline him for at least two weeks.
The winger, who received his first Spain call-up in March and scored on his debut against Serbia, has impressed in his first La Liga season. His form has reportedly attracted transfer interest from FC

Roundup: Europe faces intensifying climate extremes as reports warn of accelerating warming

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:15:12 GMT

GENEVA, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Multiple reports released on Wednesday paint a stark picture of accelerating climate extremes, with Europe warming faster than any other continent. The findings underscore that climate change has become an urgent reality reshaping ecosystems, economies and human health across Europe, calling for ambitious actions.
"Since 1980, Europe has been warming twice as fast as the global avera

China falls to South Korea in men's World Ice Hockey Championship opener

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:16:05 GMT

SHENZHEN, China, April 29 (Xinhua) -- The 2026 IIHF Men's Ice Hockey World Championship Division I Group B tournament opened on Wednesday, with host China suffering a 7-4 defeat to South Korea.
South Korea's Kim Sang-wook opened the scoring in the first period, before Huang Yixiang leveled for China just two minutes later. In the second period, Kang Yoon-seok restored South Korea's lead, but China's Yan Ruinan q

Europe sees record fires, sea warming, severe heatwaves in 2025: report

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:15:18 GMT

BRUSSELS, April 29 (Xinhua) -- Europe suffered record or near-record climate extremes in 2025, with heatwaves, wildfires, marine heat and ice loss intensifying across the continent, the EU-funded Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said in a report on Wednesday.
The European State of the Climate Report 2025 said at least 95 percent of Europe recorded annual tem

Ex-Spain midfielder Canales leaves Monterrey

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:15:38 GMT

MEXICO CITY, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Former Spain and Real Madrid midfielder Sergio Canales has parted ways with Monterrey after almost three years with the Mexican club.
The 35-year-old posted a video on social media on Tuesday in which he expressed gratitude to Monterrey's fans.
"Saying goodbye to a place that has felt like home is never easy, which is why I struggle to find the words," Canales said. "I ar

Spain warns Iran war could cut GDP by up to 1 pct, push inflation higher

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 21:15:13 GMT

MADRID, April 28 (Xinhua) -- Spain's Vice-President and Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo on Tuesday warned that the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel against Iran could shave between 0.4 and 1.0 percent off the country's GDP in 2026, while pushing inflation higher.
Speaking after the weekly cabinet meeting, Cuerpo said the Bank of Spain estimates a central scenario of around a 0.8 percent hit

Mbappe could miss rest of season with muscle injury

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:20:00 GMT

MADRID, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe is in danger of missing the last five games of the La Liga season, including the clash away to FC Barcelona on May 10, after the club confirmed that he suffered a muscle injury in Friday night's 1-1 draw away to Real Betis.
Mbappe had to leave the pitch 10 minutes from time with Real Madrid leading 1-0, before Hector Bellerin's late equalizer all but

Analysis: Four things we learned in Spain's matchday 33

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:18:02 GMT

MADRID, April 27 (Xinhua) -- FC Barcelona moved within touching distance of the La Liga title after this weekend's games in Spain, while the relegation battle tightened further. Here are some things we learned in La Liga this weekend.
1. No Yamal, no problem for Barcelona
Beyond losing his quality on the pitch, there was a risk that Lamine Yamal's hamstring injury could dent the confidence of a side that

Atletico sweating on injury concerns ahead of Champions League semifinal

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:17:38 GMT

MADRID, April 27 (Xinhua) -- Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone is sweating on the fitness of four players ahead of Wednesday's Champions League semifinal first leg at home to Arsenal.
With Atletico's only remaining title chance this season lying in Europe after its Copa del Rey final defeat to Real Sociedad, Simeone's side faces an Arsenal team that has dipped in form in recent weeks, with a place in what woul

Roundup: Macao chief executive's Europe visit highlights SAR's bridge role, say experts

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:45:12 GMT

MACAO, April 27 (Xinhua) -- The recent visit by Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) Sam Hou Fai to Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, and Belgium has bolstered Macao's exchanges and cooperation, highlighting its role as a bridge between Chinese and international markets, said experts at home and abroad.
Sam, leading a Macao SAR delegation, departed the city on April 17 and wrapped up the

Trump says US may cut troops in Germany as Iran row rages

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:38:12 GMT

"The United States is studying and reviewing the possible reduction of Troops in Germany, with a determination to be made over the next short period of time," Trump said on his Truth Social platform.
TheUnited Stateshad more than 35,000 troops inGermanyin 2024, according to the Congressional Research Service, although the number is now believed to be higher with German media saying it's nearer 50,000.
Durin

Spanish PM led plot to rig contracts, graft trial hears

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:33:00 GMT

MADRID (AFP) - Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez headed a criminal organization that rigged public contracts and illegally funded his Socialist party, a defendant in a trial that has threatened the government told a court on Wednesday.

The trial of Sanchez's former right-hand man Jose Luis Abalos is just one of several investigations into alleged corruption by the Socialist premier's family and ex-politic

Europe hit by record heat, glacier loss and marine extremes: report

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:26:26 GMT

"The climate indicators... are quite worrying," Mauro Facchini, a European Commission official, told journalists.
The European State of the Climate report underscores the urgent need for the region to adapt to global warming and accelerate its transition to clean energy, another EU official said.
Here are some key findings of the report published by the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service and the World M

Gigantic cruise ship docks in Aberdeen South Harbour

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:07:09 GMT
Gigantic cruise ship docks in Aberdeen South Harbour

Free 'Royal Visit' Ferry To Dockyard On Friday

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:36:02 GMT
Free 'Royal Visit' Ferry To Dockyard On Friday

Jobs at stake at Nyrstar Port Pirie and Hobart as assistance package ends

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:32:03 GMT
Jobs at stake at Nyrstar Port Pirie and Hobart as assistance package ends

Cloud of smoke hanging over Port Talbot prompts air quality tests

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:34:53 GMT
Cloud of smoke hanging over Port Talbot prompts air quality tests

Scott Mills' Eurovision replacement confirmed by BBC as Strictly star

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:32:55 GMT
Scott Mills' Eurovision replacement confirmed by BBC as Strictly star

Easyship Launches Global Shipping MCP Server As Commerce Goes Agentic

Fri, 01 May 2026 02:02:08 GMT
Easyship Launches Global Shipping MCP Server As Commerce Goes Agentic

Another suspect charged in 2025 Grays Ferry mass shooting NBC10 Philadelphia

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:12:05 GMT
Another suspect charged in 2025 Grays Ferry mass shooting NBC10 Philadelphia