Bondholder sues Sri Lanka in US court
In a lawsuit, the bondholder said the default is being 'orchestrated by officials at the highest levels of government'.
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North Korea: Kim Jong Un convenes military meeting amid tensions
Kim meets military officials to review policy and confirm 'crucial and urgent tasks' to expand military capabilities.
US Senate reaches bipartisan deal on gun control
First major legislation on gun control in US for decades could be put to a vote by the end of the week.
Bill Cosby found liable over sexual assault of teenager in 1975
Judge in California awards victim $500,000 in damages in a major legal defeat for the 84-year-old comedian.
Russia-Ukraine live news: Moscow to mark day Germany invaded USSR
The anniversary of Hitler's surprise attack on Kyiv, Moscow and Brest on June 22, 1941 is a significant day for Russia.
Estonia protests to Russia over helicopter airspace violation
Estonia also called for Russian troops to leave Ukraine, and expressed solidarity with fellow Baltic nation Lithuania.
Five key takeaways from January 6 US Capitol riot hearing
Fourth hearing of the month examined Trump's efforts to pressure local and state officials to overturn 2020 elections.
Saudi Crown Prince MBS arrives in Jordan on regional visit
Business leaders and officials hope the visit will unblock at least $3bn in investment projects by Saudi Arabia.
Israeli settler stabs Palestinian man to death: Health Ministry
Man was killed after settlers tried to set up a tent on private Palestinian land near Salfit in the occupied West Bank.
Turkey to host talks on Black Sea export of Ukraine grain: Report
Millions of tonnes of grain are currently stuck in Ukrainian ports either blockaded or occupied by Russian forces.
Police response in Uvalde shooting was ‘abject failure’: Official
Public safety official said enough officers present to stop the shooting three minutes after gunman entered the school.
EU warns of fossil fuel ‘backsliding’ as countries turn to coal
Ursula von der Leyen issues warning after several EU members say they will use coal as an alternative to Russian gas.
US ‘forced labour’ law bans goods from China’s Xinjiang region
All goods from Xinjiang, where China has established detention camps for Uighurs, are barred from import to the US.
UN scraps travel ban waiver for two Taliban education officials
Diplomats say travel ban exemptions scrapped for two education officials over ban on girls attending secondary schools.
US Supreme Court rejects Bayer’s bid to end Roundup lawsuits
The justices left in place a $25m judgement in favour of a man who says he developed cancer from using Roundup.
Taiwan sends jets to warn off Chinese planes in air defence zone
Chinese air incursion involved 17 fighters, six H-6 bombers and electronic warfare and anti-submarine planes.
Jan 6 hearing highlights pressure on state election officials
Hearing featured testimonies from officials who faced dangerous threats for refusal to overturn 2020 elections.
East Africa leaders agree regional force to quell DR Congo crisis
The decision comes as fighting escalates in DRC's northeast, with Kinshasa claiming Rwanda is backing the M23 rebels.
Bangladesh, India floods kill over 100; millions in need of aid
The worst floods in decades in northeastern parts of two nations kill nearly 110 and leave millions scrambling for aid.
Qatari emir and Elon Musk speak on day 2 of Qatar Economic Forum
Delegates at the economic forum discussed diversifying economies, while Musk gave updates on Twitter acquisition.