‘I will never leave’: Palestinians spurn Israel’s plan to occupy Gaza City
Israeli army kills at least 36 Palestinians across enclave, as reality of Netanyahu’s Gaza City takeover plan sinks in.
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Azerbaijan and Armenia sign accord overseen by Trump at the White House
US president says the deal will bring peace and new economic opportunities for the two rivals, but issues remain.
Zambia ex-president must be sent home for burial, South African court rules
After months of dispute, Pretoria high court says Edgar Lungu's family must hand over his body for burial in Zambia.
Trump administration subpoenas New York Attorney General Letitia James
James successfully sued Trump for fraud in 2023, sparking the president's ire and accusations of retaliation.
Jim Lovell, one of first astronauts to orbit the moon, dies at age 97
Known as Smilin' Jim, Lovell was a veteran of the Apollo 8 lunar voyage and mission commander for the Apollo 13 flight.
Can Brazil convict Bolsonaro and stand up to Trump?
What would a conviction for former President Jair Bolsonaro mean for Brazil?
Bus carrying mourners overturns in Kenya, killing 21 people
The driver lost control of the bus in Kisumu, on a notorious section of road where accidents are frequent.
High-profile Chinese dealmaker Bao Fan released from detention: Report
Bao, widely regarded as one of China's best-connected bankers, went missing in 2023 with little explanation.
US appeals court throws out Trump contempt ruling over deportation flights
The decision undoes Judge Boasberg's finding that Trump officials may be sanctioned for appearing to defy a court order.
US has ‘no plans’ to recognise Palestinian state, Vance says on UK trip
The US vice president reaffirms Washington's stance as calls for recognition of a Palestinian state gain momentum.
Trump signs order authorising military action against cartels: Reports
Mexican politicians warn that US action against criminal groups on their soil would be a violation of sovereignty.
India may pause plans to buy US arms after Trump’s tariffs: Report
India says reports are 'false and fabricated', claiming procurement of items like Javelin antitank missiles under way.
Canada sheds tens of thousands of jobs as Trump tariffs hit
Trump's sectoral tariffs on steel, aluminium and autos have hit the manufacturing sector hard and reduced hiring.
Longtime Belarus leader Lukashenko signals he may not seek another term
Putin ally Lukashenko has ruled Belarus with an iron fist for more than than three decades and is now on seventh term.
Pakistan says soldiers kill 33 fighters near Afghan border
Pakistan's military says those killed had the backing of India although it offers no evidence to back up the allegation.
Far-right Israeli football fans set off pyrotechnics in Latvia’s capital
Beitar Jerusalem fans, who have a history of anti-Arab racism, set off fireworks as Latvian police intervened.
Ukraine’s conscription crisis: Alleged abuse leads to protests, emigration
Officials tasked with boosting army are accused of harshly cracking down on unwilling men, prompting some to flee.
US pauses most visa applications from Zimbabwe
The announcement marks the latest restriction imposed by the Trump administration on travellers from Africa.
France battles largest wildfire in decades as residents remain displaced
Thousands of residents remain evacuated in Aude as firefighters combat unpredictable flames intensified by strong winds.
China warns Philippines over Taiwan remarks amid rising tensions
Beijing warns Manila to stop 'playing with fire' after Marcos signals potential Taiwan conflict involvement.