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Eid al-Fitr celebrations around the world
Muslims are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, a festive holiday marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.
Israel orders Rafah evacuation as it continues bombardment of Gaza
The latest forced evacuation orders come as Israel ramps up its military operation in Gaza after breaking the ceasefire.
Ukraine’s women wage war on Russia as mothers, breadwinners and soldiers
The conflict has transformed the role of women by catapulting them into army ranks and positions of authority.
Why is Trump ‘very angry’ with Putin and who will secondary tariffs hurt?
Putin's refusal to accept Zelenskyy's legitimacy has upset Trump. His threatened sanctions could unsettle oil markets.
French court finds far-right leader Le Pen guilty of embezzlement
This is a breaking news story, more details to follow.
Musk hands $1m cheques to voters in Wisconsin judicial race
Race for Supreme Court seat most expensive in US history as billionaire pushes to prevent challenges to Trump's agenda.
Why are so many Americans applying for second passports?
Political and economic uncertainty as well as fear of Trump orders are driving Americans to seek other citizenships.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,131
These are the key events on day 1,131 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Trump says reciprocal tariffs will target ‘all countries’
US president's remarks dampen hopes that tariffs would target only certain countries.
Trump insists he is ‘not joking’ about seeking a third term as president
US President Donald Trump hints at exploring paths to a third term despite constitutional limits.
Israeli air attacks kill dozens in Gaza as Palestinians mark Eid al-Fitr
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu repeats a demand for Hamas to disarm and for its leaders to leave Gaza.
‘The US won’t get that’: Greenland rejects Trump’s claim over the territory
Greenlandic PM responds to Trump’s claims over Greenland, asserting that the territory will decide its own future.
Trump ‘angry’ with Putin and threatens tariffs on Russian oil over Ukraine
Trump warns of 25 percent US tariffs on Russian oil, urges Putin to halt Ukraine bloodshed in tense diplomatic standoff.
Israel’s PM Netanyahu to visit Hungary despite ICC arrest warrant
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban says he will not enforce the arrest warrant, issued for war crimes in Gaza.
Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv, east Ukraine kill two and injure dozens
Ukrainian officials accuse Russia of war crimes after drones attack Kharkiv, leaving many wounded, including children.
Iran rejects direct nuclear talks with Trump, open to indirect negotiations
US president threatens Iran with bombings if Tehran does not come to a nuclear agreement with Washington.
Smell of death ‘fills the air’ near epicentre of Myanmar earthquake
Bodies trapped under the rubble of destroyed buildings in Sagaing and Mandalay cities are decomposing in Myanmar's heat.
Sudan’s RSF confirms retreat from Khartoum, eyes ‘stronger’ return
RSF head Hemedti calls withdrawal from capital a tactical move, while pledging to return 'more powerful'.
Iran police disperse pro-hijab protest amid security concerns
Hundreds of police officers reportedly descended on pro-establishment demonstrators camped outside the parliament.