Russia has denounced as "a dangerous historic mistake" Finland's membership in the NATO, saying the move would weaken security in Northern Europe and increase the risk of conflict.

Yellen warns of irreparable harm to the US economy if Congress does not deal with the debt limit.

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has denied any plans to impose a no-fly zone (NFZ) over Ukraine, arguing that any such attempt could spark an all-out war between the world's two largest nuclear powers.

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has warned of “a real risk” of a new war in Europe, stressing the need for further dialog between members of the Western military alliance and Russia to resolve the ongoing crisis over Ukraine.

The World Health Organization warns that the overall risk of the Omicron Covid variant remains "very high."

EU foreign policy chief warns that the bloc risks losing its ability as a full-fledged player in the world arena.

A report by the Iranian parliament says it would be a strategic mistake in A detailed report by the Iranian parliament's Research Center (IPRC) says the US is placing obstacles in the way of removing sanctions on the Islamic Republic.