Canada, Australia, Portugal join UK in recognising Palestinian statehood
Recognition of Palestine from Canada, Australia comes in coordination with UK, ahead of UN General Assembly meeting.
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Dispatch from Sumud Flotilla: Sailing into ‘yellow zone’ en route to Gaza
The volunteers are just as determined despite the reality of the dangers they may face, Mauricio Morales writes.
Mass protests erupt in Manila over flood-control corruption
Thousands protest in Manila over flood-control corruption as officials resign amid mounting political scandal.
US says $100,000 fee for H-1B visas will not apply to existing holders
As Trump's order stirs anxiety, White House says the fee applies to new applicants and will be levied per application.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,305
Here are the key events on day 1,305 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Zelenskyy plans to meet Trump on sidelines of UN as Russia steps up attacks
Kyiv in sanctions push as NATO states on Europe’s eastern flank take preventive action after Moscow's air incursions.
Americans to dominate board of TikTok’s US operations: White House
Six of seven board seats for TikTok's US operations will be held by Americans, White House press secretary says.
Trump warns of ‘incalculable price’ if Venezuela won’t accept ‘prisoners’
Outburst comes after another US strike on alleged drugs vessel in Caribbean, as Maduro rallies to defend sovereignty.
Israeli forces kill 91 in Gaza, including civilians fleeing Gaza City
Medics say 76 of Saturday's victims were in Gaza City, where Israel is pressing on with an air and ground assault.
Hungary urges EU to designate antifa as a ‘terrorist’ group
Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto urges EU alignment with the US calling the anti-fascist group a 'grave threat'.
Democratic leaders in US Congress demand talks with Trump to avert shutdown
With funding ending in 10 days, Democrats want a deal that will extend Obamacare subsidies and reverse Medicaid cuts.
Trump seeks enforcement of transgender and non-binary passport policy
Rights groups say policy requiring male or female designations on passports is 'unjustifiable and discriminatory'.
Brazil joins South Africa’s ‘genocide’ case against Israel at ICJ
Brazil now joins Spain, Ireland, Mexico, Turkiye and others who have signed on to the case.
Dutch police use water cannon to disperse anti-immigration protestors
Thousands join anti-immigration protest in the Hague, with clashes leading to attacks on police vehicles.
India says Trump’s H1-B visa fee hike could ‘disrupt families’
India’s Foreign Ministry says Trump administration’s move to increase H1-B visa fees may have humanitarian consequences.
Hamas posts ‘farewell picture’ of 48 captives as Israel destroys Gaza City
Palestinian group says an expanded Israeli ground invasion and air raids threaten safety of the captives held in Gaza.
Cyberattack hits check-in systems at some of Europe’s busiest airports
Heathrow, Brussels and Berlin airports among major European hubs confirming disruptions as a result of the attack.
Pakistani court indicts man over killing of teenage TikTok influencer
Umar Hayat, 22, pleads not guilty to murdering 17-year-old Sana Yousaf in her home earlier this year.
Iraq set to open huge solar plant in Karbala to battle electricity crisis
Iraq is advancing several solar power projects as part of a plan to meet its electricity needs.
Irish band Kneecap says Canada ban aims to ‘silence opposition to genocide’
Irish rap group has been denied entry for their alleged support for Hamas and Hezbollah, accusations the group denies.