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Protesters across Lebanon celebrated the resignation of Prime Minister Saad Hariri following nearly two weeks of nationwide anti-government demonstrations. While demonstrators welcomed his departure as an initial victory against state corruption, citizens emphasized that broader political reforms and a completely new leadership remain necessary. Celebrations Erupt in Beirut and Across Lebanon Following Hariri’s Resignation Cries … Read more

Massive wildfires sweeping through southwestern France have forced the evacuation of more than 141,000 people from the Gironde and Landes regions near Bordeaux, according to French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu as reported by irishtimes.com. The fast-moving blazes have torn through forests, prompting emergency responses from both national authorities and international partners as scorching temperatures and … Read more

Fuel prices across Greece are pushing past the 2 euro per liter mark amid soaring crude costs near 100 dollars per barrel driven by Middle East geopolitical tensions, prompting the government and oil refineries to negotiate targeted consumer relief measures through the end of August 2026. The surge at the pump stems directly from a … Read more

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) has finalized a $16 billion lease and leaseback agreement for its crude oil pipeline network with a consortium including Blackstone, Brookfield, and KKR. The deal, which grants the investors a 49% stake in a joint venture, represents the largest foreign direct investment in Kuwait’s history, according to the state-owned Gulf firm. … Read more

Following disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, India’s state-run Oil and Natural Gas Corp. (ONGC) is planning to establish the country’s first strategic natural gas reserve. The move aims to secure energy supplies after regional conflicts impacted global routes, as India currently imports approximately 55% of its natural gas. Strategic Response to Energy Vulnerability India’s … Read more