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The supreme leader who disappeared: Who is really leading Iran?

The supreme leader who disappeared: Who is really leading Iran?

Mojtaba Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, continues to remain elusive. He disappeared after his father and predecessor as Supreme Leader, Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was…

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Tell me who you trust, and I'll tell you how you vote: Trust in doctors, teachers and vaccines varies by political preference

Tell me who you trust, and I'll tell you how you vote: Trust in doctors, teachers and vaccines varies by political preference

The level of trust that Romanians have in doctors, teachers, the press, vaccines, or even in products from stores can offer clues about their political preferences. The Poll/Int Barometer, coordinated…

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New US escalation in Iran makes Trump’s endgame vacuum more urgent

New US escalation in Iran makes Trump’s endgame vacuum more urgent

The increase in the number of American soldiers killed and the escalation of the war with Iran bring back to the forefront a long-unanswered question: what is President Donald Trump’s…

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What Britain’s new leader is learning from Donald Trump

What Britain’s new leader is learning from Donald Trump

Andy Burnham’s political success depends on his ability to steer the United Kingdom away from the wave of nationalist populism that brought Donald Trump to the forefront of global politics.…

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NATO military chief: We will make sure any Russian attack costs more than Russia could ever gain. What he said about Ukraine and the US military presence in Europe

NATO military chief: We will make sure any Russian attack costs more than Russia could ever gain. What he said about Ukraine and the US military presence in Europe

NATO is ready to respond to any Russian aggression against an allied state and to inflict much greater losses on Moscow than any advantage it could gain. At the same…

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Cracks emerge in Putin’s camp as pro-war voices turn against the Kremlin

Cracks emerge in Putin’s camp as pro-war voices turn against the Kremlin

The camp that supported Vladimir Putin’s war for years is starting to show increasingly clear signs of dissatisfaction. Russian soldiers, bloggers, and nationalists openly criticize the Kremlin, amid the lack…

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Lia Savonea, a new defeat at the European Court. What does this mean for corruption in Romania?

Lia Savonea, a new defeat at the European Court. What does this mean for corruption in Romania?

A panel of judges from the Bucharest Court of Appeal decided on March 19 to acquit Marian Vanghele, the former mayor of Sector 5, for abuse of office and money…

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What the documents declassified by Trump say - and don’t say - about alleged election fraud

What the documents declassified by Trump say - and don’t say - about alleged election fraud

American President Donald Trump claims that the declassified documents from his administration show that U.S. elections remain vulnerable to foreign interference, especially from China. The published information does not demonstrate…

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CNN: Why Trump's speech on election fraud could be a warning sign for the 2026 elections

CNN: Why Trump's speech on election fraud could be a warning sign for the 2026 elections

The speech delivered by Donald Trump on Thursday evening regarding the alleged vulnerabilities of the American electoral system did not bring new evidence or spectacular revelations. However, the timing and…

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Why AUR will not get 40% in the elections. Why won't it even get 30?

Why AUR will not get 40% in the elections. Why won't it even get 30?

There are many politicians, commentators, and journalists who wave the danger of AUR, claiming that in case of early elections, the party led by George Simion could receive around 40%…

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Why Russian Tankers Are Burning in the Sea of Azov - and What Ukraine Is Trying to Achieve

Why Russian Tankers Are Burning in the Sea of Azov - and What Ukraine Is Trying to Achieve

Within nine days, Ukraine hit 116 Russian ships, blocking traffic through the Kerch Strait, shattering Putin’s myth of an „inland sea,” and forcing Moscow to seek alternative, much more costly…

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Operation Boomerang: A return to military strikes reveals no good options - for Iran or the US

Operation Boomerang: A return to military strikes reveals no good options - for Iran or the US

When the military operation by the United States and Israel against Iran began in February, CNN global affairs analyst Brett McGurk invoked a principle of classical military theory. If a…

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New York Times: The world is starting to pull away from America, and the consequences are already visible

New York Times: The world is starting to pull away from America, and the consequences are already visible

Europe, as well as the traditional partners of the United States in Asia and the Middle East, are increasingly trying to reduce their dependence on Washington. States are investing in…

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What happens to all of us when the great powers fight for supremacy

What happens to all of us when the great powers fight for supremacy

We should not be surprised that the center of gravity of the world is shifting. This is in line with the growth of poorer economies and their proximity to developed…

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The Zombification of America and a New Beginning

The Zombification of America and a New Beginning

The breakdown of the world order is unfolding much faster than anticipated. The reality of the post-American era does not mean a world without America. As a geopolitical actor, the…

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<span style="color:#990000;">Exclusive</span> Authorities have not learned anything from the drone incident in Constanța. Tankers from Russia's phantom fleet continue to transfer oil and fuels to Romania

Exclusive Authorities have not learned anything from the drone incident in Constanța. Tankers from Russia's phantom fleet continue to transfer oil and fuels to Romania

On the morning of July 8th, in the south of the Crimean Peninsula coast, near Yalta, the tanker BLUE was hit and rendered inoperable by a Ukrainian drone Sea Baby.…

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The mobilization system of Ukraine has led to a revolt: What happened in Lviv is a strong warning for Kyiv

The mobilization system of Ukraine has led to a revolt: What happened in Lviv is a strong warning for Kyiv

Approximately 200 people clashed on Wednesday with military recruitment agents and police in Lviv after a document check related to Ukraine’s mobilization campaign escalated into a street confrontation. The incident,…

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Why didn't Ilie Bolojan run for president, even though he would have won? An explanation for today's crisis

Why didn't Ilie Bolojan run for president, even though he would have won? An explanation for today's crisis

 „Bolojan… has victory in his hands… being the favorite in the presidential race. He is the only one who can, through his victory, pacify the country and greatly limit the…

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What options does Trump have now in Iran? Not many, and they’re all bad

What options does Trump have now in Iran? Not many, and they’re all bad

President Donald Trump’s involvement in the conflict with Iran is starting to resemble a well-known optical illusion called the „Penrose stairs”: you climb up and down endlessly, but you always…

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‘The boy who cried wolf’: NATO allies take Trump’s bluster in stride at crunch summit

‘The boy who cried wolf’: NATO allies take Trump’s bluster in stride at crunch summit

European allies have done everything possible to put Donald Trump in a good mood at the NATO summit in Ankara. Their efforts have had mixed success – but this is…

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BUSINESS
Romania prepares for a difficult winter: Transelectrica calls for four coal-fired power plants to remain operational and sufficient gas reserves
Romania prepares for a difficult winter: Transelectrica calls for four coal-fired power plants to remain operational and sufficient gas reserves
Romania Cuts Budget Deficit, but Rising Interest Payments Keep Pressure on Public Finances
Romania Cuts Budget Deficit, but Rising Interest Payments Keep Pressure on Public Finances
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EU to Introduce €2 Fee on Temu and AliExpress Parcels Ahead of Black Friday
EU to Introduce €2 Fee on Temu and AliExpress Parcels Ahead of Black Friday
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Romania’s Finance Ministry warns: Final weeks of 2026 will be crucial. What’s happening with government spending and public debt?
Romania’s Finance Ministry warns: Final weeks of 2026 will be crucial. What’s happening with government spending and public debt?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
POLITICS
Netanyahu falls short of a majority in Israeli election. Rival calls for his resignation as PM raises prospect of another strike on Iran
Netanyahu falls short of a majority in Israeli election. Rival calls for his resignation as PM raises prospect of another strike on Iran
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Péter Magyar changes how ethnic Hungarians in Romania can obtain Hungarian citizenship. UDMR-linked foundation dropped from the scheme
Péter Magyar changes how ethnic Hungarians in Romania can obtain Hungarian citizenship. UDMR-linked foundation dropped from the scheme
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Dominic Fritz își va pierde poziția de primar al Timișoarei dacă noua lege ANI va fi promulgată de președintele Nicușor Dan
Fritz seeks governing majority without PSD or AUR in 2028, but sets conditions for working with PNL: “Our doors are open”
“A suicidal decision”: Kelemen Hunor warns Romanians cannot afford further tax hikes in 2027
“A suicidal decision”: Kelemen Hunor warns Romanians cannot afford further tax hikes in 2027
Niculescu adds second Foreign Ministry official to his team. Romania’s consul in Lyon recalled from his post
Niculescu adds second Foreign Ministry official to his team. Romania’s consul in Lyon recalled from his post
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Irina Olteanu
LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT
Chinese AI model executes complex cyberattacks and bypasses safety safeguards
Chinese AI model executes complex cyberattacks and bypasses safety safeguards
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No more pre-ticked boxes or hidden cookie rejection buttons: New rules for websites
No more pre-ticked boxes or hidden cookie rejection buttons: New rules for websites
Anthropic’s blockbuster share listing – 5 surprising things we now know
Anthropic’s blockbuster share listing – 5 surprising things we now know
Dacia registrations fall 10% in Europe in 2026 despite 6% market growth. Chinese rival BYD sells more cars
Dacia registrations fall 10% in Europe in 2026 despite 6% market growth. Chinese rival BYD sells more cars
Getty Images files for US bankruptcy, advances restructuring plan
Getty Images files for US bankruptcy, advances restructuring plan
What a group of AI agents discussed while their owners chatted at the table
What a group of AI agents discussed while their owners chatted at the table
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