Philippines accuses China of ‘aggressive’ tactics in South China Sea
China's coastguard says Philippine vessel 'dangerously' approached its ship, resulting in a collision.
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Pakistan recommits to China bond amid Trump shadow over India ceasefire
After a four-day standoff with India, Pakistan looks to its trusted partner China for post-conflict support.
US Justice Department ends post-George Floyd police reform settlements
The Trump administration has also announced it will rescind reports that found patterns of discrimination in policing.
Netanyahu says Israel will control ‘all of Gaza’ after latest offensive
Israeli prime minister also outlines maximalist conditions for ending the war.
Can Ramaphosa charm offensive help fix South Africa’s ties with Trump’s US?
South African leader keeps calm in the face of an 'ambush' by Donald Trump about false 'white genocide' claims.
Member of Irish rap band Kneecap charged with ‘terrorism’ offence
British police say Mo Chara displayed a flag of Lebanon's Hezbollah at a concert.
US judge finds South Sudan-linked deportation flight violated court order
The Trump White House has accused Judge Brian Murphy of attempting to shield 'vicious illegal aliens' from deportation.
Israeli top court rules Shin Bet chief Ban’s firing by Netanyahu ‘unlawful’
Supreme Court finds no factual basis for Ronen Bar's dismissal, highlighting irregularities and lack of formal hearing.
South Sudan on edge as Sudan’s war threatens vital oil industry
Sudan's army says it may be forced to shut down facilities used to export oil from South Sudan as a result of the war.
Oman confirms new round of US-Iran talks despite enrichment dispute
A fifth round of nuclear negotiations between Washington and Tehran will take place in Rome on Friday, Oman says.
Classifying Taliban as ‘foreign terrorist organization’ under review: US
A 'comprehensive review' of the US's chaotic military withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021 has also been ordered.
UK retailer M&S puts cyberattack cost at $400m as disruptions continue
Disruption from the 'highly sophisticated and targeted cyber attack', first reported around Easter weekend, continues.
The US v the ICC: Why is Trump going after the court?
Since the US sanctioned the ICC prosecutor in February, the court is struggling to function.
Russia blames Ukraine war, Europe for delaying arms supply to ally Armenia
Armenia has long relied on Russian weapons in its bitter dispute with neighbouring Azerbaijan.
EU, Arab diplomats come under Israeli fire in occupied West Bank’s Jenin
Several nations roundly condemn the incident and call for a transparent investigation.
Gaza desperately needs aid. How many trucks has Israel let in?
Aid agencies describe the level of food and medicine allowed into Gaza as 'ridiculously inadequate'.
India says Maoist rebel chief killed in ‘breakthrough’ blow
Home minister says Nambala Keshav Rao, alias Basavaraju, is among 27 rebels killed in operation in Chhattisgarh state.
A pontiff from Chiclayo: How Peru is reacting to Pope Leo XIV
Locals in Chiclayo, Peru, have fond memories of Leo's work as bishop, but some question his record responding to abuse.
Russia’s Putin visits Kursk as Ukraine says six killed in missile strike
Putin's visit is the first to the region since Russia claimed its forces had ejected Ukrainian troops in late April.
Local communities vow to fight new Panama Canal reservoir
Panama’s new canal dam plan puts thousands of villagers at risk, prompting protests over mass displacement.