Uzbekistan's first ID-card fee is under scrutiny ahead of a Sept. 1 increase, with regional comparisons showing markedly lower costs in neighboring markets.
The US has removed Syria from its terrorism sponsor list, lifting sanctions and opening new investment opportunities amid ongoing regional geopolitical tensions.
Russia operates a complex shadow air fleet to supply troops in Africa’s Sahel, circumventing Western sanctions with military and private flights across multiple countries.
US President Trump threatens military action against Oman if it disrupts talks with Iran over Strait of Hormuz control amid escalating regional tensions.
US envoy Jared Kushner met Hamas leaders in Egypt urging concrete disarmament steps to progress peace talks and Israeli security commitments amid ongoing Gaza tensions.
Turkey has reopened its straits for Black Sea shipping after previously restricting vessel passage due to increased attacks on commercial ships amid regional conflict.
NATO is considering deploying tactical nuclear weapons in Poland, Finland, and Lithuania to bolster deterrence amid rising tensions with Russia.
US President Trump announces a historic agreement for Hamas disarmament, marking a major development in the Gaza conflict and peace efforts.
Montenegro will end visa-free travel for Russian and Belarusian citizens after October 31, 2026, aligning with EU visa policies amid its EU accession process.
Russian forces launched missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and surrounding areas, causing at least seven deaths and extensive damage to residential buildings and infrastructure.
Two German brothers admitted to illegally exporting €830,000 of machinery parts to Russia via front companies in Central Asia and Turkey, violating EU sanctions.
Poland deported 11 individuals accused of recruiting protesters among Ukrainian refugees using funds from Russia, highlighting ongoing concerns over Russian interference.
Germany's Economy Minister Katherina Reiche emphasized that future EU-Turkey gas contracts must exclude Russian supplies amid efforts to reduce reliance on Russian energy sources.
Bulgaria intends to veto the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia, citing threats to its economy and energy sector, notably concerns over Lukoil's operations.
US cancels planned strikes on Iran amid diplomatic progress, prompting shifts in energy and defense markets as multinational deal nears finalization.
Russia and the Taliban have signed a military-technical cooperation deal, signaling potential arms transfers and expanded strategic ties between Moscow and Kabul.
Israel faces sharp criticism from the EU and US after a minister posted a video showing detained pro-Palestinian activists kneeling with bound hands, sparking diplomatic protests.
Serbia holds its first joint military exercises with NATO forces, involving 600 troops, marking a key moment in Balkan military cooperation amid ongoing regional tensions.
Italy and Germany express concern over Israel’s interception of a humanitarian flotilla near Crete aimed at delivering aid to Gaza amid ongoing tensions.
Israeli naval forces detained several ships from a humanitarian flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, enforcing a longstanding maritime blockade amid regional tensions.
Turkey is actively working to resume peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, positioning itself as a key diplomatic intermediary amidst escalating regional conflicts.
Tencent acquires about 6 million shares in Kaspi.kz alongside co-founder and institutional investors, signaling strategic fintech expansion across Kazakhstan and Turkey.