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Israel announces a limited reopening of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt this Sunday, permitting the movement of people under strict security protocols for the first time since its capture in May 2024.
Secretary-General António Guterres warns the United Nations could exhaust its regular budget cash by July, citing chronic non-payment of dues by member states and a "Kafkaesque" financial cycle that threatens its core operations.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning that the organization faces a severe liquidity crisis, with funds for its regular operations potentially running dry by July. The crisis is exacerbated by billions in unpaid dues, primarily from the United States.
President Trump's revival of Nixon-era 'madman theory' tactics—mixing calibrated military strikes with extreme threats—aims to force Iranian concessions without full-scale war. But as Tehran perceives an existential threat, analysts warn the high-stakes gamble risks a catastrophic miscalculation.
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning that the United Nations is at risk of running out of cash by July, citing a deepening funding crisis exacerbated by withheld U.S. contributions and systemic budgetary pressures.
The Islamic State group has claimed a coordinated attack on a key airbase near Niamey's international airport, amid escalating tensions after Niger's junta leader pointed fingers at France, Benin, and Ivory Coast.
Crude oil and gasoline prices advanced on Friday, supported by persistent geopolitical risks in the Middle East and ongoing supply constraints, though gains were tempered by a stronger dollar and diplomatic signals.
President Trump nominates Kevin Warsh, a former Fed governor with a history of advocating for lower interest rates and expressing favorable views on Bitcoin, to lead the Federal Reserve, a move that could reshape monetary policy and digital asset markets.
President Donald Trump's selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is being welcomed by analysts as a stabilizing choice, with immediate positive ripples across currency and precious metals markets.
In a significant policy shift, Chinese authorities have reportedly cleared the AI startup DeepSeek to purchase Nvidia's advanced H200 processors, potentially easing a major hardware bottleneck for its competitive large language model.
A Boston federal judge has temporarily blocked the Biden administration's move to terminate Temporary Protected Status for over 5,000 Ethiopians, granting more time for a legal challenge against the decision.
Yum China Holdings, the operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in China, is considering initiating a quarterly dividend, signaling a potential shift toward more regular capital returns to shareholders amid strong analyst sentiment.
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued his starkest warning yet, stating the United Nations' deepening liquidity crisis threatens its operations and risks a financial meltdown, driven by unpaid dues and an antiquated budget rule.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have seized telecommunications equipment and vehicles from multiple UN offices in Sana'a, the United Nations reported Friday, marking a significant escalation in restrictions that threatens to cripple humanitarian operations in the war-torn country.
The United States, in coordination with European allies, has imposed new sanctions on Iran's Interior Minister and other officials, accusing them of orchestrating a violent suppression of nationwide protests. The measures target assets and travel, reflecting a widening international response to Tehran's handling of domestic unrest.
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns in a confidential letter that the United Nations faces a severe cash crunch, driven by unpaid dues and restrictive budget rules, threatening its operational viability by mid-year.
With the specter of U.S. military action looming, Iran is engaging in a frantic diplomatic push with regional powers like Turkey, while global capitals scramble to prevent a full-scale war. Despite the outreach, analysts warn the window for de-escalation is narrowing.
