Politics
Brazilian President Lula has stated that Trump has no right to threaten countries every morning
In an interview with EL PAÍS, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva spoke out strongly against the actions of US President Donald Trump, the international situation, the war, the role of the UN and the upcoming elections in Brazil. He also confirmed his intention to stand for a fourth presidential term.
Trump has announced a ten-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ten-day ceasefire, which is due to begin on the evening of 16 April. This was announced by US President Donald Trump.
Viktor Dubovyk failed to secure the support of international observers in the competition for the post of head of ARMA
The selection committee was unable to recommend Viktor Dubovyk for the post of head of ARMA, even though he remained the only candidate to have passed the preliminary stages of the selection process. The decisive factor was the lack of the necessary support from committee members delegated by international partners.
The US plan has failed — the new regime in Iran has turned out to be even tougher than the previous one
Following the US and Israeli conflict with Iran, the authors of the article argue that the influence of radical elements within the country’s political and military leadership has grown. This raises fresh doubts about the prospects for lasting peace.
The court has placed Shufrich, who is accused of treason, under house arrest
The Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Kyiv has changed the preventive measure imposed on MP Nestor Shufrich, who stands accused of treason, from detention to round-the-clock house arrest. The court also ordered him to wear an electronic monitoring device.
The UN has condemned the latest wave of Russian strikes on Dnipro, Kyiv and Odesa
The UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Ukraine, Matthias Schmaler, has condemned the latest wave of Russian attacks on Dnipro, Kyiv and Odesa, which have resulted in civilian deaths and injuries. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs emphasised that the strikes have once again targeted the civilian population and must not become a daily reality for Ukrainians.
The Trump administration is in talks with car manufacturers regarding the production of weapons — WSJ
Senior Pentagon officials held talks on the production of weapons and other military equipment with the heads of several companies, including car manufacturers General Motors and Ford Motor.
The US is trying to unite Libyan forces in order to push Russia out
The US is working to bring the opposing factions in Libya closer together, with a view to stabilising the country and reducing Russian influence. Joint military exercises have become a key element of this process.
Austria joins the Special Tribunal on the Aggression against Ukraine
Austria has officially notified the Council of Europe of its intention to accede to the expanded partial agreement on the Steering Committee of the Special Tribunal for the Investigation of the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine. Following this, the number of states that have declared their readiness to join the initiative has risen to 20, 19 of which are members of the Council of Europe.
The Pentagon is drawing up plans for possible military action in Cuba should Trump decide to proceed
In the United States, plans are being drawn up for a possible military intervention in Cuba should President Donald Trump decide to proceed. No official decision on the operation has yet been announced.
The NEURC has updated the requirements for gas bills: what will change
On 14 April 2026, the NEURC adopted Resolution No. 541, amending the Gas Distribution Systems Code and updating the requirements for natural gas distribution bills for domestic consumers.
France has released a tanker belonging to Russia’s shadow fleet
According to the Main Intelligence Directorate, the vessel Deyna was transporting Russian oil, which was being sold at a price above the ceiling set by the G7 countries.
