
The inquiry alleges that girls were often befriended by young Muslim men who supplied them with alcohol, drugs, and cigarettes as part of the grooming process.
The renewed violence came as U.S. officials imposed fresh sanctions on Hezbollah-linked figures and businesses.
Central bank officials signaled readiness to intervene in foreign exchange markets in order to support the economy.
G7 leaders have voiced concern about North Korea’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
Finnish officials said the change strengthens Finland’s security and NATO’s deterrence posture.
The NATO chief said the United States has adjusted its pledged contributions and that other allies have stepped up to contribute more.
Seoul says North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs continue to advance.
The vote marks the next step toward implementing the tariff commitments outlined by Brussels and Washington in July 2025.
Analysts say that Middle Eastern oil production may recover slowly even if the Iran peace agreement endures.
Rising inflation and higher energy costs prompted Bank of Japan policymakers to lift borrowing costs.