Record number of river barriers removed across Europe in 2023
Europe removed a record number of dams and other barriers from its rivers in 2023, a report has found, helping to restore its disturbed waterways to their natural states, reports The Guardian.
Viorica Rusica
‘An energy war is being waged’: former oil boss warns of price rises after Ukraine infrastructure attacks
A dramatic rise in European energy prices is inevitable if the Russian destruction of Ukrainian energy infrastructure continues unabated, the former chief executive of Ukraine’s state-owned oil company has warned, The Guardian reports.
Israel Halts Iran Strike: Biden's Diplomacy Prevails
Israel has decided to forego a retaliatory strike against Iran, originally planned for Sunday morning, following direct intervention from American President Joe Biden, who successfully persuaded Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from such action.
EU Road Deaths Rise: Romania Leads in Fatalities
The number of people killed in road accidents in the European Union increased by 4% in 2022 compared to 2021, according to data published by the European Statistical Office (Eurostat).
G7 Leaders Convene Urgent Talks Amid Iran-Israel Escalation
The leaders of the G7 are set to convene a video conference this afternoon in response to Iran's recent aggression against Israel, a development that has sparked concerns of further escalation in the Middle East conflict, as reported by Politico.
Biden Coordinates Diplomatic Response to Iran's Assault
The United States shall refrain from engaging in any offensive endeavours against Iran, as affirmed by American President Joe Biden during a telephonic exchange with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as reported by CNN.
Ukraine Warns of Defeat Risk, Seeks Urgent Western Aid
The situation on Ukraine's eastern front has significantly worsened in recent days amidst a renewed Russian offensive.
Israeli Military Warns Iran: Consequences Await Aggression
Iran is warned by the Israeli military that it will face consequences for its actions exacerbating the current situation.
Russia Crackdown, Ukraine Aid on PACE Agenda
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) will begin its Spring Session in Strasbourg on April 15th.
Escalating Conflict: US and Allies on Alert Amid Iranian Threats
The United States anticipates that Iran will conduct strikes against multiple targets in Israel in the upcoming days and stands ready to aid in intercepting any weapons aimed at its ally.
Russia's Electronic Warfare Disrupts Baltic GPS
Satellite geolocation (GPS) has been experiencing disruptions in the Baltic Sea region for several months. Suspicion immediately falls upon Russia, given its history of alleged cyber interference during NATO military exercises.
Dozens of rockets, launched from southern Lebanon on Israel
Dozens of rockets were fired from southern Lebanon towards northern Israel. corespondentul Al Jazeera în Lebanon. Air raid sirens have sounded in northern Israel.
Carolina Străjescu