Bloc might lose interoperability with partners if fails to invest in defense innovation, warns Josep Borrell.

Since February 2021, Houthi rebels have intensified attack on oil-rich Marib province.

Explosion took place near hospital in southern Basra province, says security official.

Olaf Scholz set to succeed Angela Merkel as chancellor after concluding coalition deal with environmentalist and liberal parties.

18-year old Ibrahim Obbo nabbed by Greek forces after landing on Samos Island in an inflatable boat.

Top Chinese diplomat holds virtual meet with outgoing Indian ambassador.

This is a working talk that is taking place during a very difficult period,' says Kremlin spokesman.

Announcement comes five months after $12.4B lease transaction concluded in June with investors led by EIG Global Energy Partners.

Agreements cover various areas including trade, investment, development, culture, diplomacy, health.

At summit-level meeting, both countries unveil projects and connecting plans to integrate region.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021.

Agency advises focus on risks surrounding cyber security, climate change, cryptocurrencies.

British health secretary announces there are now 336 cases of variant in country.

After 20 years, European Central Bank decides to revamp banknotes to make them more relatable to Europeans, says president.

On anniversary of Maj. Shabir Sharif Shaheed’s killing, veterans recall tragic events of 1971 war.

Israel approved construction of 1,058 settlement homes in West Bank.

Olaf Scholz names women to top posts in new, gender-balanced Cabinet.

About 200 migrants including children from African states demand shelter as cold weather sets in.

Palestinian Bedouin family with children is spending winter nights in open after Israeli soldiers demolish tents and bar sheep from grazing.

Int’l community needs to deliver humanitarian aid to Afghan people regardless of political motives, says Turkish foreign minister.

On Wednesday, Libya’s elections commission to announce final list of candidates for Dec. 24 polls.

Turkish president to visit Doha for the 7th meeting of Turkey-Qatar Supreme Strategic Committee.

Volcano resumes spewing lava, thick smoke as rescue teams cease operation due to unfavorable conditions, according to local media.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan departs for 2-day official visit to Doha to attend 7th Turkey-Qatar Supreme Strategic Committee.

Kremlin spokesman says neither live broadcasting nor news conference or press briefing planned following meeting.

The fragmented political system of Lebanon is the main reason why the country faces many problems today.

Anti-racism activists attacked, over 50 arrested for disturbing public order.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Monday, Dec. 6.

Ruling People's Party chooses Nehammer to succeed former Chancellor Sebastian Kurz as party head.

French president set to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Senegal lost 'one of its most illustrious sons,' says Senegalese president.

94,000 Russian soldiers deployed on Ukrainian border, says defense minister.

11th century polymath held in high esteem both at home, abroad, gained popularity in West in 19th century through translation.

Antony Blinken will not say what action US might take if Iran does not return to negotiations.

Exercises aim at improving combat skills of Azerbaijani Air Forces, says Defense Ministry.

3rd nuclear reactor at Ikata nuclear power plant was shut over safety concerns.

26 out of 68 state-run and private orphanages cease operations owing to economic troubles.

US reaffirms commitment to supporting Iraqi security forces in wake of Thursday’s attacks that killed 10 Peshmerga, three civilians.

Michigan couple found hiding in Detroit warehouse basement, plead not guilty to involuntary manslaughter charges.

Supreme Court decision in response to request from Senate investigative committee.

Multi-front offensive planned for as soon as early 2022 involve extensive movement of 100 battalion tactical groups.

Attacks target drone-assembly workshop, ballistic missile launcher, says Saudi state news agency.

Supreme commander says genders ‘should be equal’.

Aid truck containing heaters, mattresses, blankets, pillows, sleeping bags, hygiene kits leaves Istanbul to help migrants along border.

Turkish banks, large corporations well protected against currency depreciation, rating agency says.

Ibrahim Kalin says Turkey hopes migration deal with EU will be updated.

Bitcoin price drops 16% after Louis Navellier says it may fall below $10,000

Priyantha Kumara was beaten to death, set ablaze by mob for alleged blasphemy, suspects to face terrorism charges.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021.

International transport groups, unions warn government reactions to new coronavirus variant endanger movement of goods.

Aid to help migrants sleeping outside accommodation centers, unaccompanied minors, says EU Commission.

Parties to 2015 nuclear deal to reconvene next week, says Iran's lead negotiator.

Armenians perceive use of term 'Zangezur corridor' as policy of strangling Armenia, says Styopa Safaryan.

‘We are deeply concerned by evidence that Russia has made plans for further significant aggression against Ukraine,’ says Antony Blinken.

G7 health ministers issue joint statement after Britain called on them to meet.

Amnesty International calls for immediate, impartial probe into incident in northeastern city of Sialkot.

Date to be announced in coordination with US side, says Russian presidential advisor.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021

International body open to constructive dialogue with all countries ready to cooperate, says its secretary general.

Hundreds of YPG/PKK receive month-long military training.

Nearly 925,000 individuals currently sick due to disease, but real number might be 2-3 times higher, top health expert says.

3-way split in public opinion in Armenia about peace with Turkey, says head of Armenian think tank.

Pakistani academic says people in Pakistan need to look beyond US.

WHO spokesman says delta remains dominant strain globally although omicron will likely spread.

UN Credentials Committee defers decision on new envoys of Afghanistan, Myanmar.

Record $41B required to meet world's growing humanitarian needs, says UN official.

UN’s Credentials Committee delays action on requests by Myanmar’s military rulers, Taliban to take seats at world body.

IED was planted by al-Shabaab terror group in Kismayo port city, says state media.

Robert Koch Institute reports 73,209 new infections, 388 deaths over past 24 hours.

Defense Minister Benny Gantz scheduled to visit US for talks over Iran nuclear deal.

Residential area in Binnish targeted by regime forces, Iran-controlled terror groups.

Russian Defense Ministry says special watch on Matua Island of Kuril Ridge will carry out year-round watch.

5-month-old Vida is among thousands living in makeshift tents after Belarus opened borders to EU for asylum seekers.

Greek national recently returns from South Africa to Chania city on Crete island.

With deep ethnic-based animosities and the fact that the current Ethiopian constitution allows for the secession of regions, risk of Balkanization in the country is undeniable.

We are prepared to impose severe costs for further Russian aggression in Ukraine, US secretary of state says.

VIX volatility index climbs above 30 level for first time since March 5.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova says Russia is simply countering recent US decision, accuses Washington of starting row.

Municipal officials remove tents of migrants who waited overnight to file asylum claims at overcrowded government office.

EU executive body issues new guidance for EU countries on travel restrictions, vaccine rollout amid 'very worrying epidemiological situation'.

Transfer of more US excess military hardware to Greece also on table, says Greek media.

'Despite my pregnancy, they pushed me into the water,' says 22-year-old mother.

Turkey's Foreign Minister Cavusoglu, US Secretary of State Blinken meet on 2nd day of NATO foreign ministers' meeting.

FFC coalition vows to continue protests to demand power handover to civilians.

Death of 27 migrants after sinking of boat recorded as incident with most fatalities in English Channel in recent years.

Intergovernmental negotiating body to start work on pandemic preparedness treaty by March.

Opposition cries foul over fraud, unfair practices despite assurances by prime minister.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov says relations with Turkish officials are very positive.

In TV interview, Eric Zemmour calls on French Muslims to 'renounce' practice of Islam.

Country’s overall case count now exceeds 22 million with death toll over 614,000.

Umbrella organization of Iranian-backed Shia factions calls on Federal Court to annul Oct.10 general election results, claiming fraud.

'El Alerce Abuelo,' larch tree in Los Alerces National Park, considered to be second-oldest living tree species in world.

19 speakers, 450 experts, scholars debate effectiveness of international law with regard to the Palestine issue.

35-year-old refugee managed to find new life in London, but is saddened by Nov. 24 migrant tragedy in English Channel.

Conflicts, crises depriving region of peace, stability, says statement after Union for the Mediterranean forum.

Saudi Foreign Ministry says recent act violates sanctity of mosque in West Bank city.

Turkey always strives to strengthen Bosnia and Herzegovina as a state, and advance its economic development, says Faruk Kaymakci.

This is 2nd time this year that Russia has amassed large concentration of forces in region, says Jens Stoltenberg.

Kyiv ready to talk, discuss 'any initiatives' aimed at putting end to conflict with Moscow, says Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba.

Iranian chief nuclear negotiator says main focus of Vienna meeting is removal of US sanctions.