Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Norwegian parliamentary inquiry into Epstein-related ties

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Erik Solheim criticizes upcoming parliamentary Epstein hearing

The Norwegian Parliament (Stortinget) has scheduled a hearing for September 30 to investigate how the Ministry of Foreign Affairs handled information regarding Jeffrey Epstein. The inquiry aims to examine connections bet

Electoral preparations and monitoring in Serbia

21 clusters · 121 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Serbia political debates face scrutiny ahead of elections

Serbia is preparing for snap parliamentary elections on October 25, 2026, amid escalating political tensions and concerns over democratic integrity. The Republic Electoral Commission has officially declared 11 electoral

Dominican Republic political disaffection and 2028 outlook

20 clusters · 60 sources · last updated about 16 hours ago

Latest: Political aspirations and leadership standards in the Dominican Republic

Political disaffection in the Dominican Republic continues to evolve, marked by a growing divide between traditional structures and a disillusioned electorate. The nation maintains a high legislative density, yet only 45

PM Tarek Rahman UNGA visit and bilateral meetings

4 clusters · 13 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Prime Minister Tareq Rahman holds bilateral meetings in New York

Prime Minister Tarek Rahman arrived in New York for the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), accompanied by his wife, Dr. Zubaida Rahman, and a 35-member delegation. Prior to his address, the Prime

Wildfires and emergency responses persist across the Balkans

21 clusters · 517 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Srem region hit by multiple wildfires in Serbia

Wildfires and localized fire incidents continue to affect the Balkans and Mediterranean. In Serbia, authorities have successfully extinguished a six-day fire on Mount Rtanj; Minister of Internal Affairs Ivica Dačić repor

Nigerian repatriation from South Africa

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Redeemed Christian Church of God begins repatriation of 500 Nigerians from South Africa

Following renewed waves of xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks in South Africa, the Nigerian government and faith-based organizations have engaged in efforts to evacuate distressed Nigerian citizens. In early September 20

Venezuela earthquake recovery and seismic activity

789 clusters · 4273 sources · last updated about 22 hours ago

Latest: Venezuela completes 65,000 inspections following June earthquakes

As of late September 2026, recovery efforts following the June 24 twin earthquakes (magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5) continue to face legal, logistical, and economic challenges. While the National Assembly enacted a Special Lease

Sri Lanka economic and investment diplomacy

7 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Regional economic shifts focus on tourism growth in Nepal and Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is pursuing economic recovery through high-level diplomatic and investment initiatives. In mid-August 2026, the government held ministerial-level talks with the European Union to discuss bilateral cooperation a

Dominican Republic citizenship and passport updates

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic launches electronic passport rollout in US

The Dominican Republic has implemented several administrative updates regarding citizenship and travel documentation. In August 2026, the Ministry of Interior and Police conducted a naturalization ceremony for 182 indivi

Nigeria 2027 election preparations and security concerns

16 clusters · 72 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Nigeria political landscape shifts ahead of 2027 elections

Political mobilization for Nigeria’s 2027 elections is intensifying as parties expand grassroots operations and formalize campaign structures. In Lagos State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has formed a campaign cou

Bulgarian diplomatic corruption investigation

3 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Bulgarian Interior Minister requests tax probe into Delyan Peevski's flight costs

Bulgaria recalled its ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Ivan Yordanov, following allegations of a corruption scheme. Investigators claimed that funds were diverted from state road guardrail contracts—valued at over

Turkey financial crime regulation and enforcement

2 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: MASAK implements new financial transaction limits and anti-crime measures

Following an investigation by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office into a money laundering and illegal betting network involving Papel Elektronik Para ve Ödeme Hizmetleri A.Ş., the Central Bank of the Republic o

Iran market stability and economic diplomacy efforts

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Iranian officials focus on market regulation and regional trade expansion

Iranian officials have initiated several measures to stabilize domestic markets and expand economic influence. In late August, the ‘Shahid Salami Headquarters’ was established to address challenges facing guilds and merc

Nepal-China border floods and landslide risks escalate

57 clusters · 2865 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Nepal-China border floods leave over 1,450 dead and thousands missing

Twenty-five days after the August 26 glacier collapse on Mount Langtang Lirung, the death toll has risen to at least 1,451. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) reports that 5,786 people

Brazilian Supreme Court jurisdictional rulings

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Brazil's Supreme Court rules on jurisdictional disputes

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) is currently addressing jurisdictional disputes involving both state officials and legislative authority. The STF plenary is set to judge a request by Maranhão Governor Carlos

Spanish Supreme Court review of Democratic Memory Law

11 clusters · 90 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Spanish Government appeals Supreme Court suspension of 'grandparents law' voters

The Spanish Supreme Court’s Administrative Litigation Chamber continues to review the electoral implications of the Democratic Memory Law, commonly known as the ‘grandparents law’. The legal challenge, initiated by Vox a

Social instability and crime in Turkey and Cyprus

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Northern Cyprus leaders address education, judicial, and safety concerns

In Turkey and Cyprus, officials and organizations are raising alarms regarding rising crime rates and social instability. In Turkey, political figures have highlighted a crisis of youth crime, noting that hundreds of tho

Egypt visa and entry regulation updates

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Egypt to increase visa fees and pilot digital system

Egypt has implemented changes to its visa and entry procedures for international travelers. As of September 1, a new e-visa system is in effect, allowing visitors to apply online for tourism, business, or transit purpose

Iran advances foreign influence law and media crackdown

10 clusters · 62 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Iranian Parliament approves bill to monitor foreign communications

The Iranian Parliament has advanced the ‘Countering the Influence of Intelligence Services, Foreign Governments, or Foreign Entities in the Country’ bill, which aims to combat perceived foreign espionage. The legislation

Thessaloniki tourism peaks amid storms and Remos concert

16 clusters · 78 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Antonis Remos reflects on 30-year music career

As the 90th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) concludes, the city has experienced a significant surge in tourism and activity. This period was highlighted by a massive commemorative concert by singer Antonis Remos at

Thailand tourism policy and visitor fee proposals

9 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Thailand updates visa rules and reduces visa-free stay to 30 days

Thailand is expanding its tourism and economic strategies through new policy frameworks and entry regulations. To drive long-term growth, the government has introduced a visitor economy framework aiming to double annual

Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs corruption scandal

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: FIA busts fake apostille network in Islamabad

An internal inquiry within Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs uncovered an alleged illegal network that collected approximately Rs12 billion from citizens over one year. The report, led by Dr. Ahmed Ali Sarohi, descr

South Africa xenophobic violence and mass migrations

214 clusters · 493 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Nigeria seeks AU intervention over South African xenophobia

The anti-immigrant wave in South Africa has intensified, driven by nativist groups like ‘March and March’ that set a September 30, 2026, deadline for illegal migrants to depart. This follows a June 30 deadline that trigg

South Korea weighs maritime security role in Hormuz Strait

10 clusters · 128 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: South Korea clarifies stance on U.S. Middle East military requests

South Korea is evaluating potential military contributions to the Strait of Hormuz to support freedom of navigation following maritime escalations involving Iranian forces. While the presidential office previously mainta

Alessandro Di Battista recovers and speaks on Cuba

11 clusters · 175 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Alessandro Di Battista returns home after hospital discharge

Alessandro Di Battista, a 48-year-old former Italian deputy and journalist, has returned to Italy following a medical emergency in Cuba. His health crisis, reported as a stroke or severe headache, occurred on August 28 w

Thailand immigration and deportation enforcement

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Thailand orders stricter enforcement against foreign lawbreakers and data center exploitation

Thailand has introduced new regulations to accelerate the deportation of foreign nationals who violate laws or threaten public order. Signed by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, the Prime Minister’s Office Regulation o

Regional instability and diplomatic responses in Jordan

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Jordanian King sends message to Saudi Crown Prince to strengthen ties

Following Iranian missile attacks on Jordanian territory, King Mohammed VI of Morocco expressed solidarity with Jordan, labeling the strikes an “unjustified criminal aggression.” The Jordanian military reported that its

Poland diplomatic nomination dispute

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Poland diplomatic crisis erupts over ambassadorial nominations

A political dispute has developed in Poland between the Presidential Palace and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the nomination of ambassadors. The disagreement initially centered on the technical quality of di

Portugal beach concession tax inspections

2 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Portugal courts to trial major tax fraud and immigration schemes

The Portuguese Ministry of Finance launched the ‘Mar à Vista’ operation, a joint tax inspection and awareness campaign conducted alongside the Maritime Police. Running from late July through September, the initiative tar

Fatal shooting of Brazilian national in Paraguay

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Brazilian driver found dead in France after disappearance

In Presidente Franco, Paraguay, a 30-year-old Brazilian national, Matheus Silva Souza Teles, was found dead in an abandoned Jetour vehicle with a gunshot wound to the head. Following a dispute in Ciudad del Este, the v