In an effort to “facilitate engagement” with Syria’s new leaders, the European Union on Monday suspended sanctions on Syria’s energy, transport, and banking sectors, on the condition that the new government show progress towards respecting minorities’ rights and establishing a democracy.
EU eases sanctions on major Syrian economic sectors
US Military Seizes Iran-Flagged Ship Navigate Strait of Hormuz Blockade
Dania Hirch
JAPAN EARTHQUAKE
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan overnight, prompting tsunami warnings that have since been downgraded.
Authorities advise local residents on emergency
Ex-Parliament staff detained under Mossad hacking legislation
News Desk
UK MORNING BRIEFING
A former Houses of Parliament employee was arrested last week under the Computer Misuse Act 1990. This morning, Commons Speaker Sir