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European countries are concerned about the impact of the war in Iran on their citizens and consumer prices at home.

Ninety-one Greek-Jewish artifacts stolen during World War II are returned to Greece from Poland in a symbolic act of cultural restitution.

Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has decreased by 90% in just one week, as hostilities in the region escalate.

Fiona Erdmann, a Dubai-based influencer, fled to Oman amidst Iranian missile attacks, yet maintains that Dubai remains one of the safest places in the world.

General Mieczysław Gocuł expresses skepticism about the narrative surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict and its implications for global peace.

An expert discusses the geopolitical implications of the war, highlighting the economic pain for Europe and certain nations while suggesting Russia might benefit from increased energy prices.

Donald Trump emphasizes that resolving the ongoing war in Ukraine is still one of his key priorities as of day 1470 since Russia's invasion.

A NATO researcher warns that the risk of a third world war is increasing due to unforeseen escalations and that diplomatic investment is essential to prevent conflict.

The article highlights the story of a 102-year-old veteran who served in the RAF during World War II, recalling his experiences and contributions against Hitler's regime.

Iran has called on the UN Security Council to take action to halt its conflict with Israel and the United States.

On March 3, 1918, Russia officially exited World War I by signing the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk with the Central Powers, including Germany.

Mexican referee César Arturo Ramos Palazuelos and two assistants are stranded in Doha due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Finnish tennis player Harri Heliovaara is stranded in Dubai due to the closure of airspace caused by the conflict in the Middle East, despite recent success in the ATP tournament.

The ongoing military confrontations in the Gulf are impacting global economic stability, particularly with rising energy prices and fears of disrupted supply chains.

A joint U.S.-Israel operation retaliates against Iranian leaders, escalating the Middle East conflict, now affecting neutral Oman with a drone strike.

One person was killed and four injured in a Russian attack in the Dnipropetrovsk region of eastern Ukraine.

The article discusses the joyous response of Iranians to military actions seen as a step towards freedom from oppression, and contrasts this celebration with skepticism in the U.S.

Donald Trump has initiated a major military operation against Iran, marking one of the most perilous moments of his presidency.

US President Donald Trump claims responsibility for missile attacks on Iran while simultaneously discussing peace deals.

Cities in the Middle East, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi, were shaken by explosions following retaliatory strikes by Iran against US interests after joint US-Israel attacks on Iran.

The article discusses the exploration of existential burdens through the lens of Tommi Kinnunen's novel about a post-World War II Finnish teacher.

This article discusses the historical event of Estonia's de facto loss of independence on February 25, 1918, when German military forces took control of Tallinn just one day after Estonia declared independence.

Former Russian soldiers testify about commanders executing their own troops for disobedience in a BBC documentary.

The article discusses how the CIA and MI6 underestimated the potential for a full-scale war in Ukraine, leading to severe miscalculations regarding the Russian invasion.

The article discusses the claim made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that World War 3 has begun, coinciding with a list of the safest areas in the UK amidst rising geopolitical tensions.

Mexico is experiencing a civil war following the death of the notorious drug lord Al Mencho, leading to heightened violence in 14 states.

The article discusses the implications of the death of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, a notorious drug lord known as El Mencho, highlighting that his demise does not necessarily alter the ongoing drug war in Mexico.

China is urging the United States to revoke new unilateral tariffs, asserting that trade wars benefit no one, while also warning that it will firmly protect its interests against Trump's alternative measures.

A Russian drone strike in Zaporizhzhia killed one person and injured another as attacks across Ukraine escalated ahead of the invasion anniversary.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned a bombing in Lviv that killed one police officer and injured 25 others, calling it a cynical and cruel terrorist attack.

The U.S. envoy Steve Wilkof suggested that Iran is close to obtaining materials suitable for making bombs, raising questions about potential U.S. military action against Iran.

At 108 years old, Joan Fuller has received the Second World War medal from Britain, making her one of the oldest recipients of this honor.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope for continued negotiations with Russia in Switzerland, aiming to bring about an end to the ongoing war.

The article discusses the recruitment of approximately one thousand Kenyans to fight in Ukraine.

Friedrich Merz, leader of the CDU, expresses skepticism about the prospects of a quick end to the Ukraine war through negotiations, stating that it will only cease when one side is exhausted militarily or economically.

US President Donald Trump claimed he could resolve the Ukraine war in a day, yet the conflict continues to escalate, with increasing civilian casualties and extensive Russian territorial gains.

An Israeli soldier has been accused of looting Palestinian property during the war in Gaza, but the military prosecution has only charged one soldier in this regard, despite numerous alleged incidents.

The IOC has expelled Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych for wearing a helmet honoring deceased athletes from the war with Russia, highlighting ongoing political disputes surrounding the Milan-Cortina Olympics.

Ukrainian goalkeeper Anatoli Trubin gained international attention after scoring a crucial goal, leading him to speak out against Vladimir Putin and the ongoing war in Ukraine.

EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas has dampened Ukraine's hopes for a specific accession date to the EU, stating that member states are currently not ready to provide one.

Ukrainian forces are executing 'local and opportunistic' counterattacks near the administrative borders of Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia while facing communication difficulties due to restricted access to satellite internet.

A US diplomat emphasized that a single call to the Kremlin could resolve the ongoing conflict, highlighting the power of direct communication in diplomatic negotiations.

A U.S. representative suggested that China could end the war in Ukraine by calling Vladimir Putin and halting military supplies to Russia.

The US ambassador to NATO claims that China has the power to end the conflict in Ukraine by leveraging its relationship with Russia.

A Russian strike in Bogodukhiv, Ukraine, resulted in the deaths of three young children and one adult.

The author recounts a chaotic arrival experience in Eritrea, an isolated and war-torn country ranking lowest in press freedom globally.

Russian researcher Andrei Kolesnikov discusses the implications of Vladimir Putin's worldview and how it led to the war in Ukraine.

Albert Lamond, one of Scotland's last D-Day veterans, has passed away at the age of 100.

A source close to the negotiations indicates that reaching a peace agreement for the Ukraine war will likely take at least one and a half months, assuming favorable conditions.

In Gaza, family members continue to grieve for 120 relatives who were killed when their home was bombed, as they await the retrieval of their bodies from the rubble.