Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed says mega dam GERD on the Nile ‘now complete’
Sudan and Egypt are concerned about its effect on their water supply, but Abiy says the dam will benefit them all.
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US-Japan trade deal – will this one be too tricky for Trump?
Trump says Japan is 'spoiled' and that he doubts the US will make a deal with the country.
Wildfire on Greek island of Crete forces evacuation of 1,500
The blaze comes as southern Europe contends with an acute summer heatwave which has killed people in several countries.
UN expert calls on world to end trade with Israel’s ‘economy of genocide’
UN Special Rapporteur Albanese says dozens of companies play a role in 'sustaining Israel’s settler-colonial project'.
Could far-right Reform really win a UK general election now?
YouGov poll suggests Reform UK would be country's largest party, while former ruling Conservative Party slips further.
US secures trade deal with Vietnam as negotiations continue with S Korea
Analysts say the US-Vietnam trade deal may give a glimpse of the template the US will use with other Asian countries.
Thailand appoints another acting prime minister amid political turmoil
The country has had three leaders in as many days, following a court's decision to suspend Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Hindu pilgrimage begins in Kashmir in wake of India-Pakistan conflict
Security has been beefed up for this pilgrimage, taking place just months after a deadly gun attack in the area.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia was ‘tortured’ in El Salvador prison, his lawyers say
New court filings detail his ordeal after his deportation became a flashpoint in Trump's immigration crackdown.
Ukrainian farmers risk lives to clear mines with rakes and tractors
Ukrainian farmers brave minefields with rakes and tractors to reclaim their fertile lands amid devastating war remnants.
Trump rages as rebel House Republicans baulk at backing Big Beautiful Bill
Efforts to win over holdout House Republicans extend into early hours as Trump's tax and spending bill hits hurdles.
Restaurant workers say ‘no tax on tips’ undermined by benefits cuts
Restaurant workers say new work requirements don't account for the unstable hours inherent in food service.
‘Death or food’: The Palestinians killed by Israel at Gaza’s aid centres
Palestinians still flock to Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aid sites, even after hundreds are killed by Israeli forces.
Del Monte Foods seeks bankruptcy protection as consumers turn away
Del Monte's losses have piled up as consumers choose healthier or cheaper alternatives.
UK lawmakers vote to ban Palestine Action as ‘terrorist’ group
Amnesty slams move as ‘unprecedented legal overreach’, puts protesters against Gaza war on a par with al-Qaeda, ISIL.
At least eight people die in record-breaking heatwave across Europe
Scientists say heatwaves and storms are becoming more intense due to human-driven climate change.
Can the DRC-Rwanda deal deliver peace?
The US-brokered peace agreement comes after years of conflict, displacing 7 million people.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs convicted on two of five counts in sex abuse trial
US jury in New York clears music mogul of more serious charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering.
Hamas-run court gives Gaza gang leader Abu Shabab 10 days to surrender
Abu Shabab is the leader of the Popular Forces, a criminal group in southern Gaza thought to be backed by Israel.
Tesla global sales fall amid Musk backlash and pressure on EV market
Other carmakers including Volvo and Rivian reported a drop in sales on Wednesday.