Trump rejects NATO help securing Strait of Hormuz, calling alliance ineffective. European nations lead peaceful mission to protect vital shipping lanes amid Middle East tensions.
Dilshod Ahmedov, former chairman of Uzbekistan's O‘zmetkombinat, faces international charges for alleged embezzlement, raising corporate governance concerns.
Pope Leo XIV denounces exploitation and war, linking religious manipulation to broader impacts on global stability and economic systems amid his Africa tour.
Slovakia will block the EU's 20th sanctions package on Russia until Russian oil flows resume via the Druzhba pipeline through Ukraine, impacting EU energy and financial policies.
Russian drone attacks on Chernihiv critical infrastructure caused power outages affecting 6,000 customers, highlighting ongoing risks to energy and digital services.
Germany's Koblenz military museum restricts access for Uzbek citizens and others amid enhanced security laws, highlighting the intersection of security and digital access.
Uzbek banks report strong Q1 2026 profits and asset growth, fueled by diversified income streams and expanding loan portfolios amid rising market competition.
Uzbek and Afghan businesses sign $300M contracts at Herat forum, focusing on enhanced payment systems, logistics, and digital trade platforms.
The BBC plans to cut about 10% of its staff to accelerate digital transformation amid financial pressures and changing media consumption patterns.
The EU's new biometric border control system (EES) causes extensive delays and operational challenges at airports, raising concerns for the summer travel season and digital infrastructure efficiency.
The Trump administration wants GM, Ford and other manufacturers to help produce weapons, echoing WWII-era industrial mobilization.