Europe
Spain strongly rejects Israeli statements favoring annexation of West Bank
'The International Court of Justice has ruled that the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories is illegal and must end as soon as possible,’ Foreign Ministry says
France condemns Israeli minister’s call for West Bank annexation
Bezalel Smotrich's remarks 'against international law and efforts for de-escalation of regional tensions,' Foreign Ministry says
Russia to lift ban on gasoline exports
Energy minister says as prices stable in domestic market, ban on gasoline exports possible to be removed
German Chancellor Scholz defends coalition breakup, seeks opposition’s support for key laws
In his address to parliament, Social Democrat Olaf Scholz calls on opposition Christian Democrats to support passing crucial legislation ahead of early elections in February 2025
Turkish company Karmod completes prefabricated housing project in Georgia
Designed as standalone residences, houses are built to meet specific needs of individual homeowners in Georgia, company says
Increasing negativity, extremism: The Guardian withdraws from X
British newspaper cites far-right conspiracy theories, instances of racism as factors in its choice to exit platform