Russian President Vladimir Putin has spoken out against what he described as European Union intimidation tactics aimed at discouraging participation in Russia’s upcoming Victory Day celebrations. As preparations ramp up for the 80th anniversary of the Soviet triumph over Nazi Germany in World War II, the Kremlin has extended formal invitations to numerous world leaders [...]

In a major blow to the global push for greener aviation, European aerospace giant Airbus has reportedly suspended its ambitious plans to deliver a zero-emissions, hydrogen-powered commercial jet by 2035. The move, detailed in a recent Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report, underscores growing skepticism within the aviation industry over hydrogen’s readiness as a viable alternative [...]

In a surprise announcement that could mark a pivotal moment in the ongoing Russia Ukraine conflict, US President Donald Trump has declared that he will unveil a comprehensive peace proposal later this week. The plan, which is reportedly already under discussion by both Moscow and Kiev, could include a ceasefire, the deployment of Western European [...]

The Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, which briefly raised hopes of a pause in hostilities, has faded into the background as both sides resume combat with renewed intensity. Thousands of violations were reported, and any illusion of de-escalation quickly vanished. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump, who is eyeing a second term and staking much of his [...]

In a stern rebuke to the United States, China’s Commerce Ministry on April 21 warned countries against cutting trade deals with Washington that come at Beijing’s expense, signaling a new phase in the ongoing trade standoff between the world’s two largest economies. As the Biden administration escalates its tariff war launched during the Donald Trump [...]

The US dollar plunged to its lowest point in three years on April 21, reflecting deepening investor unease over President Donald Trump’s escalating economic policies and his confrontational stance toward Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. The sharp decline in the greenback has triggered renewed concerns about the health of the US economy, rattled global markets, [...]

In a chilling development that has raised serious concerns about national security, cybercrime, and press freedom in Bangladesh, Blitz editor Salah Uddin Shoaib Choudhury received a threatening phone call via WhatsApp from an individual falsely identifying themselves as a senior police officer. The threat, reportedly made at 10:44 PM Bangladesh time on April 20, was [...]

In a surprising diplomatic maneuver, the administration of US President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing for another round of peace negotiations with Russia aimed at ending the Ukraine conflict, according to CNN. The move involves special envoy Steve Witkoff, a real estate developer turned unofficial diplomat, who has already held three meetings this year with [...]

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s five-day Southeast Asia tour, spanning visits to Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia from April 14 to 18, has been hailed by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi as a resounding diplomatic success. The trip, the first overseas tour by China’s head of state in 2025, was a powerful affirmation of China’s commitment to [...]

As Christians in Eastern Europe prepared to mark Orthodox Easter, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a temporary ceasefire-an overture ostensibly meant to allow for a solemn religious observance. The truce, spanning 30 hours from 6:00 pm on April 19 to midnight on April 21, was meant to pause hostilities during one of the holiest periods [...]