Oracle plans to lay off 10% of its workforce, Pakistan - Baluchistan conflict

Oracle plans to lay off 10% of its workforce, approximately 20,000-30,000 employees, to fund investments and generate $8-10 billion in cash flow, aiding debt management and expansion of AI initiatives. (Times of India - TOI TECH DESK)

NDTV News: Oracle plans to lay off 20,000-30,000 employees, approximately 10% of its workforce, to fund its AI data centre expansion and secure $8-10 billion in cash flow.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states that Iran has lost trust in the US and is prepared for war, citing a need to overcome distrust for meaningful negotiations to begin. (ΤΑ ΝΕΑ )

Ethiopia's Oromo region faces escalating conflict, sparking concerns over regional stability and potential humanitarian implications for the country and surrounding areas. (The Herald Journal )

Pakistani security forces kill 145 militants in 40-hour battle in Baluchistan, following coordinated attacks on 12 cities, resulting in 193 total deaths, including 17 security personnel and 31 civilians. (La Jornada )

kayhan.ir: Militant Baloch separatists launch coordinated attacks on 12 cities in Pakistan's Balochistan, with reports of explosions, gunfire, and clashes with security forces, resulting in multiple casualties and disruptions.

kayhan.ir: Pakistani forces kill 145 militants in 40-hour operation in Balochistan, with 17 security personnel and 31 civilians also killed, and dozens injured in the clashes with separatist groups.

Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index plummets 747 points, marking a substantial decline in the market, amid economic uncertainty and global market volatility. (Dimsum Daily )

Shanghai stocks experience largest decline in 10 months, driven by a downturn in the commodity market, sparking concerns among investors and market analysts. (Devdiscourse )

Metals prices decline, impacting FTSE 100 stocks, with potential far-reaching consequences for global markets and economies, sparking investor concern and market volatility. (Bloomberg )

Precious metal prices decline following record highs in January, experiencing a market correction after surging to unprecedented levels earlier this year. (BBC News )

Athens Stock Exchange declines for third consecutive day, mirroring global market downturns and reflecting widespread economic uncertainty. (Πρώτο Θέμα: RSS )

Oil prices plummet 5% as US-Iran tensions ease, reversing recent gains and stabilizing global markets amidst diplomatic developments. (Πρώτο Θέμα: RSS )

Mauritius navigates complex geopolitical landscape, balancing relationships with global powers while maintaining regional influence, according to a recent monthly review of its strategic position. (Monthly Review )

Laura Fernandez claims victory in Costa Rica's presidential election, securing a win for the right-wing party with a landslide, promising to tackle rising violence with a tougher stance on the cocaine trade. (Al Jazeera )

News - South China Morning Post: Laura Fernandez wins Costa Rica's presidential election in a landslide, vowing to tackle rising violence fueled by the cocaine trade with a tougher stance.