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The 'end of an era' as Goethe-Institut in Russia closes

The Goethe-Institut was one of the last German institutions still operating in Russia. However, following Moscow's decision to close its offices, all employees will have to stop working by September 13.

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INS Udaygiri departs Colombo concluding formal visit

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Udaygiri departed the Port of Colombo today, 11 September 2026, following the successful completion of a four day official visit.

  • Indian Naval Ship Udaygiri concludes formal visit to Colombo on 11 September 2026
  • Sri Lankan navy bids farewell to the ship following tradition
  • Collaboration on projects, beach cleanup, and tactical exercises strengthens alliance

Officials discuss Gaza reconstruction at MEAD conference, current plans 'not progressing'

Figures presented at the conference showed that 1.2 million Palestinians had been displaced from their homes and 370,000 homes had been damaged or destroyed, including 70,000 that were damaged.

  • Four officials at MEAD conference discuss Gaza reconstruction.
  • Plan to rebuild Gaza involves disarming Hamas, but stalled due to mistrust.
  • Ambitious 10,000 Palestinian police officers deployment not progressing.

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