Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas arrives in China
Four-day state visit comes amid hopes China can help facilitate Israeli-Palestinian peace talks.
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Colombian ELN ceasefire raises concerns over limits to violence
The agreement is a milestone for the Colombian government, though doubts remain over its ability to reduce violence.
Blinken hails US progress on China spying after Cuba revelations
US officials say China has for years operated spying facilities in Cuba that were upgraded in 2019.
UBS is wealth management behemoth after Credit Suisse takeover
As a result of biggest banking deal since 2008 crisis, UBS will oversee $5 trillion in assets, giving it lead position.
‘Wedding or a funeral?’ Taliban bans music at Kabul wedding halls
The Taliban bans music at Kabul weddings halls because it is considered against the teachings of Islam.
Major US highway could take months to repair after collapse
Drivers face prolonged commutes after a section of one of the largest East Coast transportation routes buckled and fell.
Thailand’s PM frontrunner Pita faces election commission probe
Commission will investigate whether Pita was unfit to register as a candidate due to his ownership of media firm shares.
Sahara salt diggers struggle to maintain centuries-old trade
A trade passed on from generation to generation is now struggling to survive because of conflict and fluctuating income.
‘Historic moment’: First climate action case goes on trial in US
Plaintiffs argue Montana's fossil fuel-reliant energy system violates their right to a clean and healthy environment.
Five things to expect from Trump’s appearance in Florida court
Trump's US federal court appearance in documents case likely echoing New York indictment, with possible key differences.
In Silvio Berlusconi’s words: Offensive quotes and gaffes
The Italian leader offended several world leaders, including Obama and Merkel, and often insulted marginalised groups.
JPMorgan to pay $290m to settle with Epstein victims
Agreement would compensate victims who say JPMorgan ignored warnings about Epstein's abuse and kept him as a client.
Why is the EU offering Tunisia a financial assistance package?
The EU hopes to stem the number of refugees departing for Europe from the country's coast during an economic crisis.
Putin, Orban lead global tributes for Italy’s Silvio Berlusconi
Italian politicians, world leaders and sports figures remember the flamboyant figure, who has died at 86.
More than 45 killed in attack on DR Congo displacement camp: UN
CODECO fighters blamed for the attack on camp housing internally displaced persons in Ituri province.
The Pentagon Papers, Julian Assange and the right to know
Media groups that publish secret government data worry their ability to cite public interest as a defence could be lost.
UNESCO chief says US plans to rejoin in July
US officials say decision is motivated by concerns that China is filling gap left by US in UNESCO policymaking.
Nigeria eurobonds rise after suspension of Central Bank governor
Godwin Emefiele arrested by state secret police at the weekend after his suspension by Nigeria's president.
Pakistan gets first shipment of Russian crude under discount deal
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calls arrival of the Russian crude a 'transformative day' for the crisis-ridden country.
Saudi Arabia, China’s tourists and Sino-Saudi relations
Tourism is a pillar of Saudi Vision 2030, and China ranks very high globally as a source of tourists.