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U.S. President Donald Trump promised to give economic support to Hungary if needed by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, reiterating his backing for the Hungarian leader just hours ahead of a crucial election in the country.“My Administration stands ready to use the full Economic Might of the United States to strengthen Hungary’s Economy, as we have done for our Great Allies in the past, if Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and the Hungarian People ever need it,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social ahead of Sunday’s vote. “We are excited to invest in the future Prosperity that will be generated…

Carney has since proved fairly adept in domestic politics, helping to poach a handful of lawmakers from both Conservative and farther-left New Democrat benches. More are reportedly toying with the idea of joining Carney’s Liberals as Canadians continue to sour on Trump’s America.Trump is also partly responsible for Martin’s decision to run. Liberals had previously tried to recruit her a few times before when the party was tied to Trudeau’s falling star. But the timing never worked out, she said in an interview, citing a mix of factors including a yearning to stay in medicine and having a young daughter…

US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Islamabad on Saturday for the first round of talks on how to convert their two-week truce into tangible passage for global shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and lasting peace, as officials publicly outlined competing preconditions. Vance is leading the US delegation, which also includes President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner. Before departing for Pakistan, Vance warned Iran not to “play” the US, saying their negotiators won’t be receptive. The Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, was already in Islamabad. US and Iranian officials…

It means that now, Israel is trying to find a way to degrade Tehran without further antagonizing a U.S. administration already angry that it has continued attacks on Lebanon.Its primary aim is for Washington to reach a deal with Iran that addresses longstanding concerns about its nuclear and missile programs without delivering the kind of sanctions relief Israeli officials fear would entrench Tehran’s hardline leadership, according to six current and former Israeli security officials.Netanyahu has also agreed to scale back Israeli operations in Lebanon at Trump’s request, Trump told NBC on Thursday. That came after Israel hit 100 targets across…

Vice President JD Vance is leading the American delegation, which includes U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf are representing Tehran. The Iranian delegation is meeting with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and it has set some preconditions to enter face-to-face talks with the Americans, according to Iranian news agency Tasnim. “The release of Iranian frozen assets and a ceasefire in Lebanon have been among Iran’s preconditions for the commencement of negotiations with the U.S.,” Tasnim reported. The inclusion of Lebanon…

In Pakistan beginnen offiziell die Gespräche zwischen den USA und dem Iran. Während Kanzler Friedrich Merz von einem „ersten Lichtblick“ spricht, bleibt die Lage hochexplosiv. Hinter der fragilen Waffenruhe steht ein komplexes Machtgefüge: Kann die NATO die Straße von Hormuz sichern? Und welche Rolle spielt Israel, das seine Angriffe im Libanon trotz diplomatischer Bemühungen mit Vehemenz fortsetzt? In dieser Sonderausgabe spricht Rixa Fürsen mit Julia Friedlander, Geschäftsführerin der Atlantik-Brücke. Als ehemalige Mitarbeiterin im Nationalen Sicherheitsrat unter Donald Trump analysiert sie die aktuelle US-Strategie. Friedlander beschreibt die Lage als „geopolitischen Stabmixer“: Trump rührt die Weltordnung um, bricht mit traditionellen Allianzen und…

The country was also the only NATO ally to substantially lower its defense spending in real terms between 2024 and 2025, curbing it by 6 percent — although it was still above the alliance target of 2 percent of GDP. Alongside raising defense spending, Tisza has proposed to accelerate investment in dual-use technologies, to “review the privatization of the defense sector,” and conduct a “comprehensive audit” of IT systems in the country’s foreign ministry and defense procurement agency to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities. It would also open the door to Ukraine’s long-term accession to the EU. Although Magyar hasn’t focused on…

From rushing to catch a flight to panicking mid-air about how to reach a foreign hotel, travel anxiety may soon be a thing of the past as artificial intelligence promises to make the whole experience seamless, if perhaps a little too predictable. Two global travel platforms are launching apps with OpenAI to offer the platform’s 900 million weekly users access to routes, prices and transport options worldwide. Rome2Rio and its German parent company, Omio, have announced they are launching apps options within ChatGPT which will allow users to search, compare and plan journeys across trains, buses, flights, ferries and other…

Spanish football is getting a vintage makeover this weekend, as La Liga rolls out its first-ever Retro Matchday, with clubs across the top two divisions stepping out in throwback kits inspired by their past. The initiative will see 38 of the 42 teams in La Liga and Segunda División wear specially designed retro shirts, each drawing on iconic eras from their club histories. The idea is to celebrate heritage, reconnect with supporters, and tap into a growing trend for nostalgia in sport and fashion. However, Spain’s most successful club Real Madrid are among the notable absentees and will not take…

Israel has continued to reject a ceasefire with Lebanon and was still operating there on Friday, with both sides exchanging fire. Israel’s military was also continuing ground operations in southern Lebanon, including locating and blowing up weapons, the military said. Israel has for months sought to push Hezbollah back beyond the Litani River, which cuts across southern Lebanon and has long been treated by Israel as a de facto buffer line with the militant group. Netanyahu has promised to continue striking Hezbollah in Lebanon until Israel can restore security for Israelis who live in the country’s north. Privately, Israeli officials…