Tehran’s next move in reaction to recent Israeli air strikes will be vital as attempts at diplomatic progress continue

Lengthy delays in transport approvals are common, though the BusConnects project is starting to take shape

Trump’s criminality, venality, misogyny, xenophobia and psychological instability render him unfit for any office

The devastation around Valencia demonstrates that we are dealing with a real and increasing danger and not a speculative future scenario

There will be criticism that the proposed process is toothless and insufficiently independent

The Knesset decision to severely restrict the work of UNRWA will seriously disrupt food supplies and worsen a dire situation

Commuters on the proposed route, many sitting in daily traffic with few other options, will hope that a decision is forthcoming shortly

Low investment in the construction sector means modern methods of construction are not being adopted on a wide enough scale

It was only after decades of procrastination that the political establishment was forced into action following a legal challenge

Japan’s much-vaunted political stability looks set to come under strain after an inconclusive result

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has to plug the hole in the national finances as well as finding ways to fund vital investment

The move to cut waiting lists must be managed effectively, but questions remain about delivering a better service in Ireland

Recent events illustrate the transnational nature of the problem, and the necessity for governments across the world to co-operate against it

Observers and the press report widespread ballot irregularities as the governing party claims a victory which will be welcome in Moscow

Carbon-cutting commitments for 2030 are not being met, and even if they were the temperature rise would still be hugely damaging

Despite the annual complaints of disruption, the race has earned its place on the streets of the capital

If incumbency is an electoral advantage then the party is carrying a significant handicap as it approaches the starting line

The sponsors of the NCSC may have a legal contract but it is unlikely to see the light of day without Government buy-in

New domestic guidelines are needed on fiscal policy as EU rules are unlikely to be effective here

Massively scaled-up restoration measures are needed, requiring a paradigm shift in national priorities