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.
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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.
Palestinian journalist Saleh Aljafarawi shot dead in Gaza City clashes
Sources say the 28-year-old was killed by members of Israel-linked 'militia' fighting Hamas in the Sabra neighbourhood.
Death toll from Mexico flooding rises to 44, dozens more missing
Two tropical storms have damaged more than 16,000 homes and caused widespread electricity cuts.
Far-right AfD party fails to secure first German city mayor post in run-off
The election in Frankfurt an der Oder was between independent candidate Axel Strasser and AfD contender Wilko Moller.
Zelenskyy promises to only use Tomahawks against Russian military targets
Moscow has warned of the risk of escalation if Kyiv is provided with the US-built long-range missiles.
Israel expects to receive all living captives from Gaza on Monday
Once Israel confirms all 20 living captives in Israeli territory, it says it will start releasing Palestinian prisoners.
Madagascar president warns of attempt to ‘seize power’: What to know
An elite military unit that installed the president in 2009 has joined Gen Z protesters calling for his resignation.
Mali imposes retaliatory visa bond fees on US travellers
The measure comes after the US added Mali to its list of African countries required to post bonds of $5,000 and $10,000.
Week in Pictures: From ceasefire in Gaza to floods in Mexico
A global roundup of some of last week’s events.
Bangladesh rolls out typhoid immunisation drive for 50 million children
The campaign aims to protect the children from the drug-resistant disease spreading across South Asia.
Madagascar soldiers join protesters amid coup allegation
Soldiers join mass antigovernment protests, urging no violence, as unrest over shortages and political divisions grows.
Pakistani, Afghan forces exchange deadly border fire: What’s next?
Afghan officials say 58 Pakistani soldiers killed while Pakistan says 200 Taliban and affiliated 'terrorists' dead.
China slams Trump’s 100 percent tariff threat, defends rare earth curbs
Beijing says it will not back down in the face of threats, urging the US to resolve differences through negotiations.
Cameroon votes in presidential election as Paul Biya, 92, seeks eighth term
Biya, the world’s oldest serving head of state, is likely to extend his 43 years in power in Central African nation.
Live: Afghanistan’s Taliban, Pakistan claim inflicting losses in fighting
Taliban officials say overnight cross-border attacks resulted in killing of 58 Pakistani soldiers
Madagascar president says power-grab under way as army unit claims control
Elite troops join youth-led protests over utilities that have swelled into gravest threat for President Andry Rajoelina.
Philippines accuses China of ramming, damaging vessel in South China Sea
But China's coastguard says Manila is to blame for the latest collision in disputed waters in the Spratly archipelago.
LIVE: Israel-Hamas truce holds, bulldozers clear rubble in Gaza City
Preparations are also under way for a Gaza ceasefire summit in Egypt, with US President Donald Trump expected to attend.
Three Qatari officials killed in car crash in Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh
The Qatari Embassy in Cairo says two others were also wounded in the 'tragic traffic accident' in Egypt.