Poland Takes Over EU Presidency from Hungary
poland January 1, 2025 07:30Poland has assumed the rotating presidency of the European Union from Hungary, with a focus on security, defense, migration, and reducing dependency on energy.
Poland has assumed the rotating presidency of the European Union from Hungary, with a focus on security, defense, migration, and reducing dependency on energy.
The upcoming year of 2025 is set to bring new challenges and opportunities on the global stage. From geopolitical shifts to technological advancements, a wide range of topics will shape the agenda for the year ahead.
Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan had a phone call with Palestinian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammed Mustafa to discuss the importance of achieving a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
Honderden mannen uitgewisseld tussen Rusland en Oekraïne, maar velen blijven in onzekerheid. Duizenden Oekraïners zuchten onder terreur in Poetins gevangenissen, volgens rapporten van mishandeling en marteling.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been successful in the geopolitical arena, particularly in Syria, Libya, and Nagorno-Karabach.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has emphasized the need for Turkey-EU relations to return to the pre-Sarkozy era, highlighting the importance of a merit-based membership path for Turkey to become a more effective regional power in partnership with Europe.
A powerful geomagnetic storm is expected to hit the Earth following a solar flare, with effects projected to be seen between December 31st at 05:00 and January 1st at 06:00 (Turkey time).
Russia and Ukraine have conducted a prisoner exchange, with more than 300 Russian and Ukrainian soldiers returning to their countries.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz indirectly targeted American entrepreneur Elon Musk for praising the Alternative Party for Germany (AfD) on social media platform X.
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Former Russian international footballer Aleksej Boegaev, who played in the 2004 UEFA European Championship, has been reported dead in the ongoing war with Ukraine.
Israeli media reveals new details about the assassination attempt on Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran.
According to Israel's state television KAN, the terrorist organization PKK/YPG, which occupies northeastern Syria, is seeking assistance from Israel to persuade the US administration to stay in the region in case of a possible withdrawal of American forces. An unnamed PKK/YPG terrorist, speaking to KAN, mentioned that political support from Israel on international platforms could be a turning point for PKK/YPG and Israel relations.
The damage to energy and communication cables under the Baltic Sea has intensified discussions of 'hybrid warfare' in the region.
Slovakia threatens Ukraine over gas transit, causing concerns in Europe. The possibility of gas supply disruption between the two countries raises alarms.
Russian energy giant Gazprom announced that it will stop natural gas supplies to Moldova as of January 1, 2025, due to unpaid bills.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has rejected Donald Trump's plan for peace in Ukraine, stating the dissatisfaction of the Kremlin with the proposals.
A plane that crashed in Kazakhstan this week was damaged by ground fire, according to President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan.
The conflict in Ukraine brings robotic warfare into the spotlight as drones and unmanned ground systems play a significant role in the battlefield.
The large-scale invasion in Ukraine continues, with hundreds of thousands dead, heading towards the three-year mark. With the upcoming arrival of Donald Trump in the White House, tensions are running high. Russia is facing economic and geopolitical challenges, but may be gaining ground as the Ukrainian forces are exhausted. Follow the latest developments here.
A Belgian driver was arrested for driving under the influence with a wounded man in the car, after police found blood on one of the car doors.
Azerbaijan Airlines cancels flights to seven Russian cities following the crash of one of its planes in Kazakhstan. The incident has raised suspicions of accidental downing by Russian air defense forces.
The Kremlin warns against speculating on the cause of a deadly plane crash in Kazakhstan, as investigation is ongoing.
The owner and architect of a Turkish hotel that collapsed during a devastating earthquake last year have been sentenced to over eighteen years in prison. 72 people died in the Isias hotel.
Pope Francis urges for a Christmas truce in ongoing conflicts around the world, recalling historical examples of spontaneous ceasefires during the festive season.
A giveaway event organized by influencers in Brussels turned chaotic as police had to use a water cannon to disperse the crowd gathered at Atomium monument.
2025 holds uncertainties for Ukraine as the country faces challenges in its ongoing war with Russia. The role of Donald Trump in the future of the conflict remains uncertain.
Two Polish inmates attempted to escape from the prison in Tongeren, Belgium, in a daring manner, only to be stopped by vigilant guards.
A shooting incident in the Brussels municipality of Anderlecht resulted in one person dead. The suspect is believed to have fled on foot with a heavy weapon, presumably a Kalashnikov.
A helicopter crashed into the fourth floor of a hospital in Mugla, Turkey, resulting in the death of four occupants. The incident occurred in the southwestern part of Turkey.