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Trump lashes European Union, imposes 50% tariffs

WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. President Donald Trump re-ignited his trade war on Friday with an extraordinary attack on the European Union which punctured global stock markets, particularly in Europe, and accelerated recent falls in the U.S. dollar.

"Their powerful Trade Barriers, Vat Taxes, ridiculous Corporate Penalties, Non-Monetary Trade Barriers, Monetary Manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits

Economic Watch: Central, Eastern European businesses eye new growth in booming Chinese market

The event is more than just a trade fair -- it is a space for shared ambition, a platform built on trust and a foundation for future cooperation

by Xinhua writer Liu Bowei

NINGBO, China, May 23 (Xinhua) -- Businesses from Central and Eastern European countries (CEECs) and beyond have set their sights on a major trade and investment event this week in Ningbo, a bustling port city in eastern

"Don't be a fence-sitter, fight against terrorism is for everyone": JD(U)'s Sanjay Jha appeals for global support

Tokyo [Japan], May 23 (ANI): Highlighting India's fight against cross-border terrorism, JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha on Friday asserted that the all-party delegation are visiting different countries in the world to apprise the global community about Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.

Jha was interacting with Ambassadors and diplomats of Brazil, Australia, Colombia, Greece and South Korea in Japan's Tokyo.

The Janat

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 jolts Greece

Athens [Greece], May 22 (ANI): An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter Scale jolted Greece on Thursday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said.

As per NCS, the tremors occurred at 8:49 IST, with its epicentre located at a latitude of 35.96 N and longitude of 25.79 E, at a depth of 104 kilometres.

In a post on X, NCS stated, 'EQ of M: 6.0, On: 22/05/2025 08:49:40 IST, Lat: 35.96 N, Long: 25.79

Interview: Greek mayor eyes stronger green cooperation with China ahead of visit

China's Belt and Road Initiative and the European Green Deal offer a complementary framework that could facilitate more effective cooperation between China and Greece at the local level, said a mayor in Greece ahead of his visit to China.

ATHENS, May 21 (Xinhua) -- Konstantinos Michopoulos, mayor of Megalopolis in southern Greece, said on Monday that he looks forward to enhancing cooperation in g

"India pursuing its role as responsible maritime power to address emerging threats," says Indian envoy to UN

New York [US], May 21 (ANI): Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations Parvathaneni Harish while delivering India's statement at the UN Security Council Open Debate said that India's approach to maritime security is guided by principles that indicates a holistic approach.

Harish said that India is committed to promoting a free, open, and rules-based maritime order in accordance with the principles o

Madara Rider and Bulgarian Saints to Feature on National Euro Coins

When Bulgaria officially adopts the euro, the national side of the coins in circulation will feature emblematic figures and symbols from the country's history. The reverse of the 2-euro coin will depict the image of Paisius of Hilendar, with the edge of the coin inscribed in capital letters: "GOD PROTECT BULGARIA" ("???? ???? ????????") - a phrase once used on Bulgarian coins between 1882 and 1943.

In an intervie

Baltic country accuses Russia of detaining oil tanker

The reported incident comes days after Estonia attempted to inspect a vessel sailing from Russia

Estonian authorities have accused Russia of detaining a tanker carrying shale oil from the Baltic country. The incident reportedly took place not long after Tallinn attempted to inspect a vessel sailing from Russia.

Western nations imposed maritime restrictions on Russia and an oil price cap on

Bodour Al Qasimi announces Greece as Guest of Honour of 44th SIBF

SHARJAH, 19th May, 2025 (WAM) -- Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), emphasised that Greece, with its rich historical legacy and global cultural influence, stands as a vital pillar in the ongoing story of human creativity.

She highlighted that the nation, which inspired Homer's epic works, shaped Socratic ideals of virtue, and erected theatres that continue to ig

6.1-magnitude quake hits Greece

ATHENS, 14th May, 2025 (WAM) -- An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 jolted 15 km south of Fry, Greece, early Wednesday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said.

The epicentre, with a depth of 78.4 km, was initially determined to be at 35.28 degrees north latitude and 26.94 degrees east longitude.

There have been no reported casualties or significant property damage.

Noura Al Kaabi meets Greek Minister of Tourism to discuss bilateral cooperation

ABU DHABI,3rd May, 2025 (WAM) - Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, met today in Abu Dhabi with Olga Kefalogianni, Minister of Tourism of the Hellenic Republic, to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the UAE and Greece, particularly in tourism and cultural exchange, and for mutual investment opportunities.

During the meeting, the two sides underscored the opportunities for advancin

UAE, Greece discuss advancing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, progress of Joint Investment Fund

ATHENS, 2nd May, 2025 (WAM) -- Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), conducted an official visit to the Hellenic Republic, joined by senior government officials and representatives from leading UAE companies.

The delegation included ADNOC, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), ADQ, Mubadala

Saud bin Saqr receives Prince Philippos, Princess Nina of Greece

RAS AL KHAIMAH, 17th April, 2025 (WAM) - H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has received Prince Philippos of Greece and his wife Princess Nina at his palace in the city of Saqr bin Mohammed. The royal couple is currently visiting the UAE.

H.H. Sheikh Saud engaged in warm conversation with the guests on various cultural and social topics of mutual intere

Sanctions Detrimental to Maritime Security: Irans UN Envoy

TEHRAN (Tasnim) Irans ambassador to the United Nations deplored the unilateral coercive measures (UCMs), particularly the extraterritorial sanctions imposed by the US, for undermining maritime security and stability.

Addressing an open debate of the United Nations Security Council on Strengthening Maritime Security through International Cooperation for Global Stability, held in New York on May

The Post-Ceasefire Era: A New War of Narratives

byIrshad Ahmad

The ceasefire has ended, but another war has begunthis time fought by media anchors, politicians, and propagandists competing to declare victory for their own nations while downplaying their losses. The ongoing cyber-war between Pakistan and India serves as a stark case study. In India, inquisitions test patriotism, mirroring historical loyalty tests from the Abbasid Era or pre-Enl