Bulgarian parliament formally approves caretaker government to run country until June 9 elections April 08, 2024 at 11:30PM

Bulgaria’s parliament has officially approved an interim government to lead the country until snap parliamentary and regular European Parliament elections on June 9. Dimitar Glavchev, 60, was sworn in as interim prime minister at the National Assembly, with his ministers also taking their oaths. President Rumen Radev selected him under recent constitutional changes that limited his options to a select group of senior state officials.

Turkey imposes trade restrictions on Israel over Gaza war April 08, 2024 at 11:27PM

Turkey announced trade restrictions on Israel effective Tuesday in response to the Gaza conflict. The restrictions will cover items like cement, steel, and iron construction materials. This decision follows Israel's interception of Turkey's aid intended for Gaza. Turkey's Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, warned of retaliatory actions against Israel for obstructing the aid delivery. Fidan stated that the measures would be carried out gradually and promptly.

Flooding spreads in Russia, putting thousands more at risk April 08, 2024 at 11:16PM