Biden to survey US wildfire damage, make case for spending plan
Slumping in the polls, the US president seeks to boost public support for his spending and climate proposals.
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Lebanon’s new prime minister says no ‘magic wand’ to fix crisis
Lebanon's new government holds first meeting as PM warns no time to lose in tackling the country's economic crisis.
Donors pledge $1bn in aid for Afghanistan as UN warns of crisis
UN chief Antonio Guterres says money needed for critical food and livelihood assistance amid shortages in Afghanistan.
Peru: Dilemma over what to do with body of Shining Path leader
Officials fear the body of Abimael Guzman could become a rallying point for supporters of the group.
UAE looks to grow Israel economic ties to $1 trillion over decade
The UAE has signed more than 60 memorandums of understanding with Israel since last year.
How might Merkel’s successor manage Germany’s role in the EU?
German election comes at key time for the bloc, which is dealing with pandemic, defence issues and rising illiberalism.
Israel hits Hamas targets in Gaza as hostilities escalate
Tensions have been escalating after six Palestinian prisoners escaped from an Israeli maximum security prison.
Israeli firm introduces armed combat drone to patrol borders
State-owned firm unveiled a remote-controlled armed robot it says can patrol battle zones and open fire.
UK ends contract with French startup for vaccines
Valneva shares plummeted on the news from the UK, the only country that had made a commitment to buy its vaccine.
Macron’s ex-bodyguard goes on trial over May Day assaults
Alexandre Benalla, 30, risks up to seven years in prison and 100,000 euros ($118,000) in fines if found guilty.
Israeli PM Bennett visits Egypt on invitation of el-Sisi
First official trip by an Israeli PM to Egypt for a decade comes amid an uptick of Israeli violence in Palestine.
Environmental threats ‘greatest challenge to human rights’: UN
UN rights chief warns of the worsening ecological situation across the globe that must be urgently addressed.
From dropout to fintech disruptor: Zerodha’s Nikhil Kamath
Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of India's largest trading platform, says the stock market is 'very evidently a bubble'.
Gunmen attack Nigerian prison; 240 inmates freed
Authorities appealed to the public to provide intelligence that will assist in recapturing the escapees.
Argentina primary results spell trouble for ruling party
The vote, seen as a preview of November midterm elections, saw support wane for the government.
Oil sector in balance as Norway votes
Polls suggest a clear majority is emerging to unseat Prime Minister Erna Solberg's centre-right government.
Spain deploys military against wildfire, evacuates 2,500
Wildfires are common in southern Europe during the summer months, but this year has seen an exceptional number.
Infographic: How many Palestinians are imprisoned by Israel?
Israel holds some 4,650 Palestinians, including 200 children, 40 women, and 520 administrative detainees, in prisons.
Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi skips hearing after feeling unwell
Deposed Myanmar leader is being tried on charges of flouting pandemic rules and illegally importing walkie-talkies.
UN to distribute cash aid to Gaza families, envoy says
Nearly 100,000 beneficiaries will begin to receive cash aid on Monday, UN Middle East envoy says.