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Iran’s foreign minister insisted on Friday that a deal with the United States to end the war in the Middle East had never been closer, after US President Donald Trump furiously accused Tehran of negotiating in bad faith. The angry reaction came after Iranian media published a breakdown of what was purportedly on the table, stressing that Iran would insist on its right to enrich uranium and to control shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. That clashed, however, with the characterisation offered by a senior White House official, who said that Iran had agreed to dismantle its nuclear programme, destroy…
Brown — a former U.K. prime minister and chancellor who was hired by Keir Starmer last month to assist on global finance initiatives — has spoken to Carney and provided “a number of questions, which were entirely appropriate,” the diplomat added. Blair, who is also a former defense minister in the Canadian government, said: “We’ve been working hard to make sure that we provide both Mr. Brown and the people at Treasury with answers to the questions that they have, and it’s just part of an ongoing dialog and negotiation between us.” Two defense insiders told POLITICO Brown has also…
For the first time, Poles were able to see the most advanced fighter jets, which in the coming years will become one of the pillars of the country’s military aviation. Three fifth-generation F-35 aircraft, nicknamed “Husarz,” performed a ceremonial flypast over Poland’s largest cities as part of the “Welcome to Poland” operation. The event preceded the official ceremony to induct the jets into the Polish Armed Forces at the 32nd Tactical Air Base in Łask. ‘Welcome to Poland’ The fighters took off in the morning from the base in Łask and began their demonstration flight, intended to give residents a…
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Published on 12/06/2026 – 17:57 GMT+2•Updated 18:31 The moment that Wall Street had anticipated all year arrived on Friday as SpaceX, the AI and aerospace company controlled by Elon Musk, began trading publicly on the Nasdaq in the largest initial public offering (IPO) in the history of financial markets. In a speech before the New York session opened for trading, Musk stated that SpaceX’s goal is to “take the fiction out of science fiction.” SPCX opened at $150, over 10% above its $135 IPO price, and it was already at more than $160 after the first few minutes of live…
Travellers are increasingly looking for more than just a beautiful room and great service. Now, travel magazine Afar has revealed its list of the 40 best new and revamped hotels around the world, highlighting properties that capture the spirit of their destinations. Of the 40 selected, 11 are in Europe – ranging from restored landmarks to stylish new openings in places that have long flown under the radar. The best hotels in Europe for 2026 Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection, Florence Housed in a group of 16th-century buildings which once contained a school, this spot just outside Florence offers the…
The compromise, aimed at striking a better balance between airlines’ interests and passenger rights, preserves several key elements of the current framework, including the three-hour delay threshold that grants the right to compensation and compensation levels ranging from €250 to €600 depending on the length of the flight. It also introduces an obligation for airlines to provide passengers whose flights are canceled or delayed by at least three hours with “clear instructions on how to submit a request” for compensation. The provision is intended to increase awareness of passenger rights among travelers, most of whom currently do not claim compensation.…
Published on 12/06/2026 – 17:30 GMT+2 A Belgian driver was convicted of murdering seven people on Friday by ploughing his car into a carnival procession while filming himself at the wheel. Paolo Falzone, 38, is due to be sentenced next week over the fatal March 2022 crash in the southern town of La Louvière. He faces up to 30 years in jail. Prosecutors said the tragedy happened when Falzone, who had previous speeding and drink driving offences, raced his BMW at 170 kilometres per hour through a 50-kilometre zone on the town’s outskirts. They said he was driving home from…
Mexico opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup on 11 June in Mexico City under tight security after students and activists clashed with police near the stadium hosting the opening match between Mexico and South Africa. Demonstrators from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and other groups marched towards the venue, arguing that government resources devoted to the tournament should instead address social priorities. As fans arrived for the game, protesters attempted to move barricades and push through police lines, leading to confrontations around access routes to the stadium. Police in riot gear formed defensive cordons and moved to prevent…
When was the last time you visited a museum? What exhibitions or experiences left a lasting impression on you? The answers to these questions will possibly determine who wins this year’s prestigious European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA). Established in 1997, the EMYAs celebrate excellence, innovation, humanitarianism and sustainability. Last year’s winner, Manchester Museum, currently holds the torch, ready to be passed to the next best European museum. There are different criteria that help the judges determine which museum excels in its practice. However, one thing that unites the assessment criteria is the alignment with the framework of the…