Esmaeil Baghaei said that Tehran will announce the final outcome as soon as it is reached

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) is entering a dangerous political phase—not because of external opposition pressure, but because of an increasingly uncomfortable internal question it refuses to answer honestly: can the party move forward while still orbiting around Lazarus Chakwera? Reports that the former president and MCP leader is positioning himself to remain influential toward 2030 […] The post MCP Without Chakwera Is Progress: Why a Once-Powerful Party Must Stop Recycling a Failed Presidency appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank Plc has launched the FDH Graduate Start-Up Programme in partnership with the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) to support young entrepreneurs in transforming innovative ideas into viable businesses. The programme was launched at the TFM Centre of Excellence in Blantyre and builds on the Bank’s growing collaboration with academic institutions, following […] The post FDH Bank, MUST partner on Graduate Start-Up programme  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The High Court of Malawi Commercial Division in Blantyre has formally recognised Aubrey Chitimbe trading as Agro Light Trading as the sole distributor of KeenBooster fertilizer in Malawi following a legal settlement involving multiple parties, including the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA). The agreement was reached in Commercial Case No. 55 of 2025 before Honourable Justice […] The post Court declares Agro Light sole KeenBooster distributor as Chipanga Traders blocked, MRA barred from processing rival fertilizer imports appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The High Court Commercial Division in Blantyre has exposed what could become one of the most controversial fertilizer import disputes in recent months after a court-sanctioned settlement blocked Chipanga Traders from importing KeenBooster fertilizer and compelled the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) to stop processing rival imports of the product. The explosive settlement, filed under Commercial […] The post MRA exposed in fertilizer import scandal as court blocks Chipanga Traders and declares Agro Light sole KeenBooster distributor appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Managing Director of Luthando Holdings Limited, Hendrix Laher, has launched a fierce and emotional attack on what he describes as a powerful forex cartel involving some businesspeople and banks, accusing them of worsening Malawi’s economic suffering while misleading the public over the Electronic Invoicing System (EIS). In a strongly worded public statement, Laher defended the […] The post Luthando Holdings Boss Explodes Over EIS Debate, Accuses Powerful Forex Cartel of “Bleeding Malawians Dry” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Iceland’s population increased by 520 in the first quarter of 2026.

A seal pup is stranded on land on the shoreline north of the Nökkvi sailing club in Akureyri.

Insider trading is driving Iran war bets, a California professor has told RT, calling it a “constant” pattern of government leaks Read Full Article at RT.com

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has voiced support for EU reforms aimed at curbing member states’ power to block Brussels’ agenda Read Full Article at RT.com

 Russia will deliver the next S-400 batch to India in June, the deputy chief of air staff, Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti, has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Rebel activity in Sudan is fueling instability across the border region with South Sudan, Anna Evstigneeva has said Read Full Article at RT.com

South Africa’s top court has directed a review of Parliament’s decision blocking President Cyril Ramaphosa’s impeachment Read Full Article at RT.com

The Supreme Court has strongly criticized the Madhya Pradesh government for delaying the decision on sanctioning prosecution for minister Kunwar Vijay Shah's «most unfortunate» remarks against Army officer Sofiya Qureshi. The court has ordered the state to comply with its earlier directive within four weeks, emphasizing that «enough is enough.»

Suvendu Adhikari emerged as the BJP's choice for West Bengal Chief Minister after years of being the party's strongest anti-Mamata Banerjee face. His victories, including defeating Banerjee in her stronghold, solidified his position. Adhikari's insider knowledge of the TMC and ability to consolidate Hindu votes made him the natural leader for the BJP's first government in the state.

The depraved former Lostprophets singer, 48, was allegedly murdered by fellow inmates Rico Gedel, 25, and Samuel Dodsworth, 44, inside HMP Wakefield in October 2025.

Music teacher Jodie Schloss accused Robin Larkins and Derek Larkins, of a campaign of harassment and trespassing after they entered her passageway.

Royal symbolism, protest crackdowns and legal double standards point to the UK’s deep national unraveling Read Full Article at RT.com

The European Commission has faced ridicule after repurposing a popular internet meme to dismiss critics of the EU Read Full Article at RT.com

British intelligence agencies are calling the shots in Kiev, according to Garland Nixon, as Ukraine violates the Victory Day ceasefire Read Full Article at RT.com

Washington’s rhetoric and mixed signals are turning the Iran conflict into a wider test of US power – and of global trust in its leadership Read Full Article at RT.com

Third-country nationals seeking asylum in the EU often lack knowledge of the local language, culture and legal system, making accessible legal advice and representation vital for ensuring their right to asylum and access to justice. While the 1951 Refugee Convention does not define asylum procedures, these preliminary stages determine whether protection is granted. The pact on migration and asylum, in force from June 2026, addresses this through two key regulations – the common procedure regulation and the asylum and migration management regulation – that aim to standardise procedures and strengthen fair access to legal aid across Member States. The common procedure regulation outlines rights to legal counselling, assistance and representation. Applicants may choose their own lawyer or request free counselling during the administrative stage, and free assistance and representation during appeals. Legal advisors must have unrestricted access to applicants and case files, even during detention. The asylum and migration management regulation defines how responsibility for asylum applications is allocated among Member States, guaranteeing free legal counselling during this determination process and legal assistance and representation when appealing transfer decisions. European case law confirms that legal aid is fundamental to effective judicial protection. The Court of Justice of the European Union and the European Court of Human Rights emphasise that access to legal aid must be practical and effective under Article 47 of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and Article 13 of the European Convention on Human Rights, respectively. Experts point to several legal aid challenges for asylum seekers. Legal aid systems vary widely between Member States, producing unequal access and outcomes across the EU. Impartiality concerns persist, particularly with regard to state-employed counsellors. Border and fast-track procedures constrain lawyers' time and access to clients, undermining effective defence. Experts caution that complex procedures and uneven national capacities may perpetuate gaps in protection. Thus, while the new regulations under the pact enhance EU‑wide standards, their success depends on Member States' Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

[allAfrica] MOnrovia -- The government of Botswana has announced the death of former President Festus Mogae at the age of 86. Serving as the nation's third president since independence, Mogae was widely acclaimed for his commitment to good governance and his management of the diamond-rich country's economy during his decade-long tenure.

The attacks cast fresh doubt on efforts by Washington and Tehran to reach a negotiated settlement that would end hostilities.

Vivek Ramaswamy built a political brand casting racism as an obsession of Democrats. As a Republican running for Ohio governor, he’s facing racism on the right.

The secretary of state was in Italy to help smooth relations between the U.S. and the Vatican after President Trump’s repeated criticism of Pope Leo XIV.

Actor-politician Vijay's TVK party emerged as the single-largest force in Tamil Nadu, winning 108 seats. Despite this, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has paused an invitation to form the government, citing an «unestablished majority.» This has triggered a constitutional showdown, with legal experts debating the governor's discretionary powers and the necessity of a floor test before an invitation.

With the LDF's victory in Kerala, the race for Chief Minister heats up. A leaked list, shared by the BJP, suggests K C Venugopal might be favored by a majority of Congress MLAs. However, one MLA claims his preference was omitted, raising questions about the consultation process. V D Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala are also contenders.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized Donald Trump's congratulations to PM Modi on the West Bengal election results, calling them premature and misplaced. Raut asserted that state elections are an internal matter and alleged the polls were conducted amid fear and systemic pressure, questioning the Election Commission's impartiality.

Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been formally elected as the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal. This development paves the way for him to become the state's first BJP chief minister. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for May 9 at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata.