In a striking development, just hours before the expiration of his ultimatum, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a five-day delay to the threatened military action against Iran’s energy infrastructure. The ultimatum had warned of strikes if the Strait of Hormuz was not fully reopened within 48 hours. Trump made the announcement via Truth Social, stating: “I have instructed that any military action against energy facilities and infrastructure in Iran be postponed for five d

Here is the statement made by Donald Trump: “If Iran does not fully and peacefully reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours from this moment, the United States will strike and destroy various energy facilities, starting with the largest ones. Thank you for your attention to this matter.” Iran, in response, warned that any attacks on its energy infrastructure would be met with retaliation against all U.S.-linked energy assets across the Middle East. Trump’s threat came afte

Rising jet fuel costs have led to a sharp increase in airfares, while airspace closures have resulted in substantial reductions to flight schedules. Flights that are still operating are being forced to take longer routes to avoid conflict zones, leading to extended travel times, increased fuel consumption, and higher emissions. Even if tensions ease, ticket prices are expected to remain elevated through the summer months. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has advised avoi

Only individuals whose parents or grandparents were born in Italy will be eligible for citizenship. The Italian Constitutional Court has approved a 2025 law that restricts the principle of jus sanguinis  (citizenship by descent), a doctrine that has been in place for 160 years since 1861. Since Italy was established as a nation-state in 1861, the primary criterion for determining citizenship had been parentage. The first page of Italy’s Civil Code, published in 1865 and defin

According to a study based on the latest 2024 data released by Eurostat, the average life expectancy for women in the EU is 84.1 years, compared to 78.9 years for men. The figures show a gap of more than five years between the two. Source: KNA / ETO, JD / DW Photo: DPA

The founders of BioNTech , Uğur Şahin  and Özlem Türeci , have decided to leave the pharmaceutical company they established and in which they hold a 15% stake. The pair gained worldwide recognition after developing a coronavirus vaccine using mRNA technology. BioNTech’s CEO and Co-Founder Uğur Şahin, whose company achieved major financial success during the COVID-19  pandemic, said the decision marks a new phase for the company. “Within 18 years, we transformed BioNTech from

Attacks by the United States  and Israel  on Iran  triggered sharp volatility across global markets. While sell-offs accelerated on U.S. stock exchanges, investors turned to safe-haven assets such as gold, U.S. Treasuries, and the Swiss franc . Gold prices surged past $5,390 per ounce, approaching record levels, while Brent crude  climbed to its highest level in four years. In contrast, declines were notable across equities and crypto assets. Source:   Dünya Gazetesi

Jack Dorsey , the founder of Twitter , has announced the dismissal of 40% of the company’s workforce as the use of artificial intelligence expands. Dorsey argued that the layoffs were not the result of a crisis, but rather a reflection of the company’s financial strength. Claiming that many firms are lagging behind in this transformation, he said, “I believe most companies will make similar structural changes within the next year.” Dorsey added that he preferred to take a sin

Natural gas prices in Europe rose sharply on Monday following an escalation of conflicts in the Middle East after attacks on Iran and Qatar’s decision to halt production at the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility. European gas prices climbed by as much as 45% in early afternoon trading, reaching around €46 per megawatt-hour. A significant share of the world’s energy supply originates from the Middle East. The Strait of Hormuz , a narrow sea passage largely co

The number of doctors without German citizenship reached 64,000 in 2024. The recognition of foreign medical degrees and the situation of Syrian doctors are among the key issues drawing attention. This figure corresponds to 13% of all doctors working in Germany. Ten years ago, the number of doctors holding foreign passports stood at around 30,000, accounting for just 7% of the total. According to data from the Federal Statistical Office of Germany , nearly one quarter of all d

Europe in Motion  examines the latest European Housing Trends report. Homeownership was once seen as a major milestone for every working adult with a stable income. However, rapidly rising property and energy prices, instability in the labor market, and freedom of movement are gradually reshaping this paradigm across Europe. According to the annual European Housing Trend report by real estate consultancy RE/MAX Europe , homeownership rates are declining in nearly half of the

Germany saw an increase of over 90,000 naturalizations from 2023 to 2024. With 300,000 people acquiring citizenship in 2024, and 2025 data not yet released, the trend signals continued growth nationwide. 🔶️ In the capital, Berlin , more than 39,000 people received German passports in 2025. This figure is nearly double the 22,000 recorded the previous year and roughly four times the 9,000 in 2023. 🔶️ A similar trend is observed in Hamburg , where the number rose from 7,530 i

A new survey of 27,000 people across the bloc reveals significant differences in trust levels toward local, national, and EU institutions. Eurofound  asked participants in its electronic survey, Living and Working in the EU , to rate their trust in each type of institution on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 representing full trust. On average, however, none of the institutions across the EU managed to surpass the 6-point threshold. Hungary showed the highest trust in the EU. Fran

The conference brings together 65 European and international heads of state and government, along with 450 representatives from academia, politics, and the defense industry. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz  stressed in his opening address that the world is no longer the same. “The world order as we knew it no longer exists. The international order based on rights and rules is on the brink of collapse. I must state clearly that even in its flawed form, that order no longer ex

Warnings have been issued that British passengers could face waiting times of up to four hours at passport control at European airports during the summer months. Experts in the aviation sector say the digital border application is already causing “major delays and disruptions.” The long-delayed EU digital border system requires “third-country nationals,” including United Kingdom  passport holders, to provide fingerprints and facial biometrics when crossing the Schengen Area  

Police in Nuremberg  uncovered fraud in language exams for foreigners, detaining two suspects from Bavaria  and North Rhine-Westphalia . A 39-year-old individual from Nuremberg allegedly sent people who spoke German fluently as “stand-ins” to German language exams using forged documents. Those who passed the exams then received genuine certificates, which could later be submitted to authorities for residence permit or citizenship applications. It is reported that clients paid

The Chief of Staff, Morgan McSweeney , resigned from his post, saying he takes “full responsibility” for his advice to Keir Starmer  in December 2024 to appoint Peter Mandelson  as the United Kingdom ’s Ambassador to the United States . McSweeney said: “The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong. It damaged trust in our party, our country, and politics.” The 48-year-old strategist was the architect of the Labour Party’s election victory in July 2024 and had been Starme

The EU and the UK, which parted ways with the Brexit referendum, are set to accelerate talks to build closer relations. The unstable geopolitical environment has prompted the European Union  and the United Kingdom  to deepen cooperation in various areas, including defense and trade. As the 10th anniversary of the referendum that led to the UK’s departure from the EU approaches, and following years of harsh rhetoric, a genuine rapprochement between London and Brussels now appe

Many expatriates apply for loans, yet a large proportion hear the same sentence: “Unfortunately, your application has not been approved.” What is striking is that most of these rejections are not due to insufficient income, but rather to simple yet critical mistakes. 1- Applying without checking your Schufa status Many people approach banks without knowing their Schufa status. However, incorrect or outdated records can eliminate an application from the outset. Any step taken

The European Commission  has presented a five-year migration strategy that includes encouraging non-EU countries to cooperate in keeping irregular migrants outside the European Union . The proposals include strengthening the bloc’s partnership framework with third countries and using visa access, trade, and financial assistance as leverage to pressure foreign governments to readmit their citizens and halt illegal migration to Europe. This will also involve improving the EU’s