Erdogan says Sweden, Finland must fulfil NATO agreement promises
Turkish leader says deal is 'a diplomatic victory', but Sweden and Finland must first live up to their promises.
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US top court limits federal gov’t power to curb plant emissions
Supreme Court rules that the law does not give EPA broad authority to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power plants.
Biden: US to give $800m more in military aid to Ukraine
Biden says US is 'better positioned to lead the world than ever' following NATO, G7 summits, despite issues at home.
Seven reported killed at protests against military rule in Sudan
Protesters are calling for a return to civilian rule and justice for those killed in a violent crackdown in 2019.
The end of Roe v Wade will hurt poor women most, economists warn
Anti-abortion groups say that the 'immeasurable' talent lost to abortion has already battered the US economy.
EU tells Greece to stop ‘violent’ deportations of asylum seekers
Stop 'violent' deportations of asylum seekers or risk losing funds, the EU's top migration official tells Athens.
DRC buries murdered independence hero Lumumba’s remains
The funeral was held on the 62nd anniversary of the central African country's independence.
Russia, China and the Nordic duo: Key points from NATO summit
The bloc agreed to a new strategic framework with focus on Russia and pledge to boost capabilities during Madrid summit.
ICC issues arrest warrants for 2008 Russia-Georgia war crimes
The court seeks arrest of three men who served in the government of the Russian-backed breakaway region of South Ossetia
Thousands protest in India’s Udaipur after Hindu tailor murdered
Holding saffron flags and placards, about 7,000 people demand death penalty for two Muslims accused of beheading Teli.
Unilever sells local Ben & Jerry’s business to Israeli firm
Deal means that the ice cream will be sold in settlements in occupied Palestinian land, despite the brand's opposition.
Russia-Ukraine war: The struggle for Snake Island
Russian forces abandon the strategic Black Sea islet - a major victory for Ukraine that could also enable grain exports.
Turkey’s NATO deal may bring nationalist votes back to Erdogan
Turkey blocked Finland and Sweden's NATO bids until Ankara 'got what it wanted' - will that bring wavering voters back?
Many dead, dozens missing as huge landslide hits India’s Manipur
At least seven killed and another 55 feared dead after the landslide hits railway construction site in northeast India.
Russia withdraws from Ukraine’s Snake Island in Black Sea
Moscow says the withdrawal is a 'goodwill gesture' that proves its commitment to UN-led efforts to resume grain exports.
Voters would reject Scotland independence by narrow margin: Poll
A new survey highlights the division within Scotland over the possibility of breaking away from the UK.
Poland completes Belarus border wall to keep asylum seekers out
Poland continues to welcome millions of Ukrainians, while pushing back asylum seekers from the Middle East and Africa.
IMF says Sri Lanka deal sees progress
The IMF has said Sri Lanka needs to whittle down existing debt to 'sustainable' levels before it can receive any aid.
Mali vows to defy UN call for peacekeepers to investigate abuses
The UNSC has extended a nine-year-old UN peacekeeping operation known as MINUSMA for another 12 months.
Ecuador: Talks with protesters to resume amid state of emergency
Negotiations with Indigenous-led protesters were suspended on Tuesday after military said soldier killed in unrest.