France’s Macron reappoints Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister
Four days after he resigned as prime minister, Lecornu is returning to the post.
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Trump announces layoffs amid government shutdown, despite legal questions
Reduction-in-force notifications have gone out to employees in departments including the Treasury and Homeland Security.
Gaza local authorities demand independent genocide probe as truce starts
The Gaza Government Media Office calls for 'comprehensive reconstruction' after Israel levelled most of the territory.
Melania Trump touts return of children displaced in Russia-Ukraine war
In a brief speech, the US first lady revealed she had an 'open channel' of communication with Russian President Putin.
Palestinians in Gaza wait for ceasefire’s promises to become a reality
Ceasefire sparks cautious optimism in Gaza, but uncertainty lingers over promised reconstruction and aid distribution.
Russian strikes in Ukraine leave 20 wounded, thousands more in darkness
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls Moscow's latest attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure 'cynical and calculated'.
Who is Maria Corina Machado, 2025 winner of the Nobel Peace Prize?
The 'Iron Lady' of Venezeula, an opposition leader who is currently in hiding, has been lauded by the Nobel Committee.
Syrian FM in Beirut on first high-profile visit since al-Assad era
Landmark visit sees nations seeking solutions to border issues, status of Syrian prisoners and fate of Syrian refugees.
India to reopen embassy in Kabul after 4-year hiatus amid new Taliban ties
India reopens embassy in Kabul, marking its first diplomatic engagement with the Taliban since their 2021 takeover.
China tightens export controls on rare-earth metals: Why this matters
Move is a strategic one ahead of new round of tricky trade talks with the United States.
Displaced Palestinians begin pained journey home as Gaza truce takes hold
Israeli forces begin pulling out of key Gaza areas as ceasefire agreement starts after intensive US-led diplomatic push.
Takaichi’s bid as Japan’s 1st female PM in doubt as ruling coalition splits
LDP leader calls coalition collapse 'extremely regrettable', party faces 37-seat shortfall of a parliamentary majority.
Taliban blame Pakistan after explosions in Kabul, amid outreach to India
Attacks come amid rising tensions with Islamabad, which accuses the Taliban of sheltering anti-Pakistan armed groups.
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado wins Nobel Peace Prize
Nobel Committee says win is 'for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy'.
Gaza City residents return as Israel says ceasefire has started
Al-Ahli Hospital tells Al Jazeera seven bodies recovered after Israeli attack helicopters swoop east of Gaza City.
Taiwan leader promises robust air defence system amid rising China tensions
Lai pledges accelerated building of T-Dome system to enhance safety against frequent Chinese military manoeuvres.
Massive earthquakes in Philippines: What we know so far
At least six dead from earthquakes which triggered tsunami warnings.
Ecuador’s Noboa faces escalating protests over rise in diesel costs
The country's largest Indigenous group, CONAIE, has organised protests against Noboa's decision to cut a fuel subsidy.
‘Should throw them out of NATO’: Trump blasts Spain over defence spending
The US president has harboured a months-long feud with Spain after it rejected his call to increase NATO defence funds.
US buys Argentinian pesos, finalises $20bn currency swap, says US Treasury
Argentina's right-wing President Milei, a close ally of President Trump, faces a critical midterm election this month.