Why is Ukraine withdrawing from the Ottawa Treaty banning landmines?
If Russia plans to broaden the ground war, Ukraine may need deeper lines of defence. Landmines could prove critical.
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Israel kills 95 Palestinians, bombing across Gaza amid new ceasefire push
Homes, schools, hospitals and hungry aid seekers targeted by Israel as it forces thousands out of the enclave's north.
China claims Canada’s order for Hikvision closure ‘damages’ trade relations
Beijing’s remarks come after Ottawa announced it would cease all Canadian operations of the company.
Serbian police remove Belgrade street blockades, more protesters arrested
A number of protesters have been arrested, but police have not shared the exact number.
What are Serbia’s protesters demanding, and what’s next?
Protests in Serbia intensify amid growing discontent over the governance of Aleksandar Vucic, in power for 12 years.
Norwegian pension fund divests from companies selling to Israeli military
KLP, Norway's largest pension fund, will no longer do business with two companies, one US, the other German.
US Senate begins debate on Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
Forecaster says the bill would cut health cover for 11.8 million people and increase deficit by $3.3 trillion.
Canada rescinds digital services tax after Trump suspends trade talks
Canada's prime minister says trade talks with US will resume with decision to drop new levy.
Two firefighters in Idaho shot and killed in ‘heinous’ ambush
Kootenai County Sheriff says law enforcement officials are taking sniper fire as they hunt for the killer.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,222
Here are the key events on day 1,222 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Eleven killed in Sudan gold mine collapse as civil war rages
Seven workers were injured in the collapse, which occurred in an area controlled by the Sudanese Armed Forces.
Bolsonaro rallies supporters in Brazil amid Supreme Court coup plot trial
Legal woes hang over the ex-president, who has called for several demonstrations in support of himself in recent months.
Wildfire risks as climate change fuels extreme heatwave in Southern Europe
The countries most affected are Italy, Greece, Spain and Portugal, with temperatures nearing or topping 40C (104F).
Cannes becomes the latest famous destination to crack down on mass tourism
Nice, Venice, Barcelona and Amsterdam are other European cities that have also imposed limits on cruise ships.
Trump reiterates Iran nuclear talking points despite swirling questions
US president denies multiple reports and accounts that say US strikes did not destroy Iran's nuclear capabilities.
Thousands set up street blockades in Serbia after crackdown on protesters
President Aleksandar Vucic had earlier vowed many more protesters would be arrested, as 38 remain in custody.
Israel kills 72 in Gaza, including hungry Palestinians waiting for food
Calls for ceasefire grow as US and Israeli leaders discuss potential truce amid escalating violence in Gaza.
At least 38 people killed in Tanzanian bus collision, subsequent fire
At least 28 people are also injured in the accident between a bus and a minibus in the remote Kilimanjaro region.
Israel kills nearly 600 Palestinians at aid centres: All you need to know
Hundreds killed seeking aid in Gaza as famine deepens and limited food access leaves hundreds of thousands starving.
Uganda’s President Museveni confirms bid to extend nearly 40-year rule
The 80-year-old leader pledges economic growth from today's GDP of $66bn to $500bn within the next five years.