Afghan foreign minister in India: Why New Delhi is embracing Taliban now
India never aligned with the Taliban, but regional geopolitical realignment is forcing revamp of ties, say analysts.
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Cameroon’s Issa Tchiroma Bakary claims presidential election victory
Opposition candidate unilaterally declares himself victor, and calls on incumbent 92-year-old Paul Biya to concede.
Death toll from devastating Mexico flooding rises
The death toll from last week’s torrential rains in Mexico has risen to 64 as authorities expand the search.
Venezuela to close Norway embassy after opposition leader wins Nobel Prize
The news comes just days after Maria Corina Machado was announced the winner of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo.
Why is India prosecuting Muslims who said ‘I love Muhammad’?
More than 2,500 people have been charged as an initial crackdown on the expression has spawned broader protests.
US news outlets say they will not agree to Pentagon reporting restrictions
Reporters must promise not to publish unauthorised material to obtain press credentials.
Russia calls for restraint amid Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes
Moscow, which has sought to increase its influence in Afghanistan, says it welcomes stabilisation along the border.
Zelenskyy to meet Trump in DC as Ukraine seeks defence, energy support
Ukraine sends delegation to Washington to talk defence and energy before Zelenskyy's White House visit.
Trump-Xi meeting still on despite trade tensions, says US’s Bessent
Secretary of the US Treasury says Trump may call off his 100 percent tariff threat on China as negotiations continue.
Who is Miriam Adelson, the pro-Israel donor Trump lauded at the Knesset?
Trump says the mega-donor, who spent more than $100m to help him win the 2024 US presidential election, 'loves Israel'.
Who are the Palestinian captives Israel released?
Israel is releasing nearly 2,000 Palestinians, political prisoners and detainees. Here's a look at who they are.
After Israel’s war halted, who is clashing with Hamas in Gaza?
The Doghmush clan reportedly fought against Hamas in a clash that killed at least 27 people.
Trump’s 100% tariff threat: History of US trade measures against China
In recent history, the US has made moves restricting China's access to semiconductor technology.
Conflict sends 300,000 people fleeing from South Sudan in 2025: UN
Renewed fighting between rival leaders forces mass exodus across South Sudan's borders as fears of wider war rise.
Madagascan president to address nation as protesters call for new rallies
President Rajoelina faces growing pressure to resign as parts of the army side with protesters after weeks of unrest.
Trio to share economics Nobel for work on innovation-driven growth
'False Nobel' recognises work 'explaining innovation-driven economic growth'.
‘Everybody is a fighter’: Inside a First Nation’s quest for justice
A decades-long fight ramps up in Grassy Narrows as mercury poisoning threatens its water, people and way of life.
‘Inhumane’: 154 freed Palestinian prisoners forced into exile by Israel
Palestinian families awaiting return of imprisoned relatives are shocked to learn they will be deported.
LIVE: Israel, Hamas set to free captives; Trump says Gaza ‘war is over’
Families in Palestine and Israel await the return of their loved ones as the Israeli-Hamas truce continues to hold.
France’s Macron unveils new government ahead of budget deadline
The new government, led by Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu, must present a 2026 draft budget on Monday.