The Istanbul High Criminal Court accepted on Tuesday the indictment filed against former Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, which calls for his imprisonment for up to 2,352 years. 1. Indictment Details and Alleged Crimes Defendants:  The indictment names İmamoğlu, who was removed from his post as Mayor of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, along with 402 suspects , 105 of whom are currently detained. Main Charges:  İmamoğlu was accused of crimes including "establishing an organi

The Financial Times reported that the United States and Ukraine are drafting a new 19-point peace plan, replacing the previous 28-point framework, to end the war in Ukraine. This follows "marathon" and "intensive" talks held in Geneva on Monday. 1. The New Framework and Negotiation Path Revised Plan:  The Geneva talks, which included Ukrainian First Deputy Foreign Minister Sergiy Kyslytsya , resulted in the drafting of a completely revised document framework  that left both p

Reports on Monday indicated that the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), the UK's independent public finance watchdog, is preparing to cut its growth forecasts for the economy in 2026 and for the remaining years of the current Parliament. This development coincides with the budget announcement set to be delivered by UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves on Wednesday. 1. Growth Forecasts and the Fiscal Hole Forecast Cuts:  The OBR is expected to lower its estimates

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sought on Sunday to appease his US counterpart Donald Trump, following criticism leveled by the latter against Kyiv amidst pivotal talks in Geneva aimed at ending the war with Russia. 1. The Criticism and Zelensky's Reply Trump's Criticism:  Trump, known for his volatile stance on Ukraine, had previously criticized the Ukrainian leadership on his Truth Social platform, saying they "have not expressed any gratitude for our efforts,"  refe

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed: "We must do everything to strengthen our defenses in the face of Russian attacks," urging allies to accelerate the delivery of air defense systems and missiles following a Russian strike on an apartment building in Ternopil that killed 33 people. Controversy over Trump's Peace Plan US Split:  US Secretary of State Marco Rubio  insisted the proposed plan is "drafted by the United States" and is "based on input" from both Russia and

US and Russian sources revealed to "Axios" that the administration of US President Donald Trump is secretly and intensively working, in coordination with Moscow, to prepare a new plan consisting of 28 points aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. The US plan, led by envoy Steve Witkoff , is inspired by Trump's success in mediating the Gaza agreement. High-ranking Russian officials express great optimism about its potential success, while the stance of Ukraine and its European al

French President Emmanuel Macron embarks on a new African tour (November 20-24, 2025) spanning four key stops: Mauritius, South Africa, Gabon, and Angola. This trip is part of efforts to reposition France on the continent following a decline in its influence in recent years, particularly in areas traditionally considered vital to Paris, according to an Africa Report . The tour reflects a growing French orientation toward English and Portuguese-speaking nations in Africa (Ango

Inflation in the United Kingdom fell for the first time in seven months, signaling that price pressures have passed their peak ahead of important decisions by the Bank of England and Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday. Economic Details and Bank of England Expectations Consumer Price Index (CPI):  The Office for National Statistics (ONS) announced on Wednesday that consumer prices rose 3.6%  in October year-on-year, down from 3.8%  

Russia condemned on Tuesday the agreement signed between Paris and Kyiv to supply Ukraine with approximately 100 "Rafale" fighter jets, considering the move to be "fueling" the war. Details of the Deal and Moscow’s Reaction Kremlin Statement:  Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov  told reporters that "Paris is not contributing to peace in any way; rather, it is fueling militarization and pro-war positions." The Deal:  Moscow's stance came a day after French President Emmanuel M

The European Union has lowered its growth forecast for the Eurozone for 2026, as risks from international trade and geopolitical tensions cast a shadow over the European economy. Lowered Growth Forecasts and Inflation Expectations The European Commission, on Monday, projected that the 20-nation single-currency area will grow by 1.2%  in 2026, a decrease from previous forecasts of 1.4%. EU 27 Forecast:  The forecast for the entire 27-member EU was also lowered slightly to 1.4%

Asylum seekers granted refugee status in the United Kingdom will have to wait 20 years before they can apply for permanent residency, under radical plans set to be announced by UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood on Monday. This drastic change in asylum policy comes as the government seeks to curb asylum applications and small boat crossings. Details of the Proposed Changes The new plans will render refugee status in the UK entirely temporary , where: Initial Period Cut:  The i

The German city of Heidelberg witnessed an unusual security incident that mobilized police patrols, only for it to be revealed that what was believed to be a "break-in" was merely a desperate attempt by a child to get back into his home. The incident began when a vigilant woman reported observing someone attempting to enter a residential apartment suspiciously. According to a statement issued by the Heidelberg Police on Sunday, the woman saw a 12-year-old boy  climbing and at

The Swedish government has announced a strategic decision to redirect its development aid provided to Serbia, citing the Serbian government's failure to make effective progress in combating "worsening corruption" and upholding the principles of the rule of law. This shift essentially means halting some of the support directed specifically to government authorities, and allocating these funds more intensively toward strengthening Serbian civil society organizations. The Swedis

A significant and pivotal development has been announced by the Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, concerning the Turkish military cargo plane that recently went down. In an official statement made on Wednesday, President Erdoğan confirmed the crucial news that the black box of the doomed aircraft has been recovered. The plane had tragically crashed near the shared borders of Azerbaijan and Georgia. This recovery marks a decisive step towards launching comprehensive and

The Federal Statistical Office in Wiesbaden announced on Wednesday that, despite a slowdown in the pace of increase, the cost of living in Germany remained elevated in October. The inflation rate stabilized at 2.3%, surpassing the European Central Bank's (ECB) target threshold of 2%. Services Lead the Surge: Statistical analysis indicates that consumers paid significantly more for services in October compared to the same month last year. Service prices have been rising above

Tim Davie, the Director-General of the BBC, and Deborah Turness, the CEO of BBC News, have surprisingly announced their resignations following heavy criticism that a "BBC Panorama" documentary misled viewers by "editing" a speech by former US President Donald Trump regarding the 2021 Capitol riot. The Controversy and Management Responsibility Leaked Memo:  The resignations followed a "Telegraph" report detailing a leaked internal memo suggesting "Panorama" spliced two parts o

The Court of Appeal in Paris ruled on Monday to approve the request for the early release of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, following about twenty days served in prison for the "Libyan funding" case related to his 2007 election campaign. Release Conditions:  The Court stated that Sarkozy's temporary release would be subject to strict judicial supervision . Restrictions:  Sources revealed that Sarkozy will be prohibited from communicating with any official in the Min

In an unusual turn of events, old fishing nets from the French coast of Brittany are no longer just maritime waste but have become a vital protective tool used by Ukraine against Russian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The New Defense Mechanism Charitable Initiative:  A charitable association in Brittany found an innovative use for the nets, which usually pile up in ports after their lifespan (12–24 months) expires. Deployment:  The association sent nets totaling 280 kilomet

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the United States, today Tuesday, to "remain open" to supplying Kyiv with long-range weapons to bolster its war efforts against Russia. Zelenskyy's Demands and Diplomatic Moves Weapons and Sanctions Request:  Speaking from the Pokrovsk region  in eastern Ukraine, Zelenskyy also called on the West to impose more sanctions on Russia , including targeting the Russian gas and nuclear energy sectors . EU Membership:  The Ukrainian Pres

British Police announced the arrest of two individuals who carried out a knife attack against passengers inside a train in Eastern England. The attack resulted in injuries among the passengers, who were subsequently taken to the hospital. Police did not specify the exact number of those injured. Incident Details and Official Response Location of Incident:  The incident occurred aboard a train heading to the town of Huntingdon  in Cambridgeshire  county. Prime Minister's Conce