Japan, India, France form common platform for Sri Lanka creditors
It remains uncertain whether China, Sri Lanka's biggest bilateral creditor, will join the initiative launched by Japan.
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Photos: North Korea tests ‘breakthrough’ solid-fuel ICBM
The Hwasong-18 missile took off from a site close to the capital, Pyongyang, and flew for about 1,000 kilometres.
Trump answers questions for 7 hours in New York fraud lawsuit
Former US president blasts civil case as 'ridiculous' ahead of hours-long deposition.
Australia buffeted by record winds as cyclone hits northwest
Authorities plan for aerial survey as most populated areas appear to escape serious damage.
How India will overtake China to become the most populous country
There are more people in India and China than in the next 19 most populated countries in the world combined.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 415
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 415th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Tech executive charged in killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee
Police say suspect Nima Momeni was known to the victim but decline to discuss possible motive.
What we know about Jack Teixeira, alleged Pentagon leaker
FBI says Massachusetts Air National Guard member Teixeira has been arrested in probe of leaked military intelligence.
Syria, Saudi Arabia move to resume consular services, flights
Move followed visit by Syrian FM to Saudi Arabia, the first since 2012.
What challenges do Turkey, Egypt face in restoring ties?
Turkey and Egypt are close to restoring full diplomatic relations that could have implications on the entire region.
Biden administration to bring abortion pill case to Supreme Court
The decision comes shortly after an appeals court left numerous restrictions on abortion pill access in place.
US arrests man in probe into classified Pentagon documents leak
US attorney general says member of US Air Force National Guard arrested in relation to leak of military intelligence.
‘Embarrassing’: Pentagon leaks damage US security, analysts say
Public exposure of secret US intelligence assessments could compromise sources and strain ties with allies, experts say.
IMF chief says global growth ‘not enough’
IMF's 2023 global growth estimate of 2.8% is 'most worrisome' as it projects weak growth over a longer period, she said.
Protests in France before Friday’s pension reform ruling
Protesters march before Friday's ruling on whether Macron's measures meet constitutional standards.
Germany approves Poland’s request to send MiG-29 jets to Ukraine
Ukraine, which hopes to launch a counteroffensive in the coming months, wants fighter jets to defend against air raids.
Biden administration to expand health care for DACA recipients
Undocumented immigrants brought to US as young children will be allowed to apply for federal health insurance schemes.
A look at two decades of ties as Egypt, Turkey move to end rift
How did Turkish-Egyptian relations get so bad, and why are they now moving to restore their respective ambassadors?
UN rights chief seeks help as Mediterranean refugee deaths surge
Volker Turk urges expansion of rescue operations after a 'steep increase' in number of people making risky crossings.
US wholesale inflation pressures eased sharply last month
Plunging energy prices pulled down the government’s producer price index which reflects prices charged by manufacturers.