German council of economic experts cuts 2026 growth forecast
27/05/2026 | 4 min
Germany's council of economic advisers says it expects the economy to expand by just 0.5 percent this year, down 0.4 points from its autumn forecast, with the revision driven primarily by the war in the Middle East.
Israel says it killed newly appointed Hamas military chief in Gaza
27/05/2026 | 4 min
Israel says it has killed Mohammed Odeh, the newly appointed commander-in-chief of Hamas' armed wing, in a strike in Gaza. The announcement comes 11 days after the death of Odeh's predecessor, Izz al-Din al-Haddad.
China's industrial profits rise 18.2 percent in January-April period
27/05/2026 | 4 min
China's major industrial firms posted strong profit growth in the first four months of the year. Official data shows that profits rose 18.2 percent year on year from January to April.
IRGC says 25 vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours
27/05/2026 | 4 min
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy says 25 vessels have safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours under its coordination and security protection.
Wang Yi highlights China's contributions to the United Nations
26/05/2026 | 4 min
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has highlighted the country's contributions to the United Nations. Wang said China has promoted peace talks during global conflicts and supported development efforts.