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Syrian regime raises interest rate on bank deposits

The Syrian Monetary and Credit Council raised the interest rate on bank deposits in Syrian pounds with the aim of absorbing more liquidity in the markets, to reduce inflationary pressures, according to a statement issued by the Central Bank of Syria on Wednesday. According to the decision,...

Potential far-right victory in France seen as threat to EU

PARIS (AP) — The thought of an extreme-right leader standing at the helm of the European Union would be abhorrent to most in the 27-nation bloc. But if Emmanuel Macron falters in the April 24 French presidential elections, it might be two weeks away. Experts say a win for far-right...