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Starting May 1, 2026, penalties for using a smartphone behind the wheel will be tightened in several departments of mainland France. “Elchi” reports that, according to “BFM”, this measure is being implemented through prefectural decrees and, in a number of cases, provides for the immediate revocation of the driver’s license. The new rules will apply […]

In a vote held on Tuesday, the European Parliament voted to revoke the parliamentary immunity of four Polish MEPs, including Grzegorz Braun, leader of the “Confederation of the Polish Crown” party, known for his “anti-Ukrainian, pro-Russian, and antisemitic” views. elchi reports that TVP has provided information regarding this matter. In addition to Braun, the European […]

The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that “the Iranian regime is using its embassy in Great Britain to recruit new members into the ranks of terrorists”. “Elchi” reports that the press service of the Israeli agency released information regarding this. “According to the information, the Iranian regime is using its embassy in Great […]

Tokyo-based Japanese company Terra Drone has announced the signing of a second investment agreement with a Ukrainian combat unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) developer. elchi reports that at the end of March, “Terra Drone” announced that it had signed an agreement with another Ukrainian combat drone manufacturer. In this regard, Japan’s ambassador to Moscow, Akira Muto, […]

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has decided to leave the OPEC and OPEC+ formats. elchi reports that WAM has released information regarding this. According to the information, the UAE will leave the OPEC and OPEC+ organizations starting from May 1.

French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that he is struggling to lower gasoline prices following the rise in fuel costs since the start of the Middle East war. “Elchi” reports this citing “Reuters”. “We must solve the problem at its root,” he noted. Macron clarified that he spoke with Donald Trump the previous day to […]

Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides has announced that the country will sign an agreement in June allowing French military personnel to be present on the island for humanitarian purposes. “Elchi” reports that he added the agreement will be concluded at the ministerial level. “The agreement will ensure the presence of French troops on Cypriot territory for […]

The death toll from a train accident involving two trains in West Java, Indonesia, has risen to 14. “Elchi” reports that, according to Antara News, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto visited the injured in hospitals in Bekasi, West Java, where yesterday’s accident occurred. Subianto announced that an immediate investigation into the incident would be launched. Authorities […]

A $500 million superyacht, reportedly owned by one of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s closest allies, has passed through the Strait of Hormuz despite the ongoing blockade. elchi reports that the 142-meter luxury yacht named “Nord,” linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexei Mordashov, set sail from Dubai to Muscat, the capital of Oman, over the weekend. […]