German minister calls Iran war an ‘economic catastrophe’
Germany’s defence minister, Boris Pistorius, says the economic impact of the war is “absolutely evident”.
Germany’s defence minister, Boris Pistorius, says the economic impact of the war is “absolutely evident”.








“We stand with Israel.” German Chancellor Friedrich Merz scolded a pro-Palestinian protester at an election rally.
Attacks on energy sites in the Gulf and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz give Western exporters a chance to profit.
The US has relocated 15 aircraft, including refuelling tankers, from military bases in southern Spain.
Trump contradicts Rubio by saying US attacked Iran because ‘he had a feeling’ Tehran would attack Washington first.
German chancellor visits eastern city, home to AI firm DeepSeek and e-commerce giant Alibaba, with business leaders.
Federal documents reveal how financiers, billionaires and major banks remained intertwined with Epstein for years.
Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania leaves film award on stage, demanding accountability for genocide in Gaza.
Tilda Swinton and Javier Bardem among actors and directors expressing dismay at Berlinale’s ‘anti-Palestinian racism’.
From a supermarket worker’s grassroots act to state-led initiatives, a protest grows. But pro-Israel groups battle back.
Thousands of Western citizens joined the Israeli military in its war on Gaza that killed over 72,000 Palestinians.