Venezuela’s Maduro says ‘no way’ US can invade as Trump deploys naval force
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro says country ready to defend 'territorial integrity' amid US military buildup.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,282
Here are the key events on day 1,282 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
White House picks Robert Kennedy Jr’s deputy to replace ousted CDC director
Former CDC head was expelled after clashing with Trump administration over policies she says were not driven by science.
How triggering snapback sanctions may deepen Iran nuclear crisis
Europe's move to re-impose UN sanctions against Iran will make nuclear diplomacy more difficult, experts say.
Israel’s Smotrich calls for phased Gaza annexation if Hamas does not disarm
Hamas condemns far-right Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich's remarks as 'an official call to exterminate' Palestinians.
Thai court to rule on suspended PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s dismissal
Constitutional Court to rule on whether to remove Paetongtarn from office over leaked call with Cambodia's Hun Sen.
Intel receives $5.7bn as Trump administration buys 10 percent stake
CFO David Zinsner has also downplayed concerns that Intel's manufacturing arm could fall under outside control.
Two Lebanese soldiers killed in Israeli drone explosion in southern Lebanon
Lebanese army says two other personnel wounded after crashed Israeli drone explodes during inspection in Naqoura area.
What do a US envoy’s ‘animalistic’ remarks to journalists signify
Anger after US special envoy Tom Barack tells reporters in Beirut to 'be civilised'.
United Nations says children make up 50 percent of gang members in Haiti
US and Panama proposed a security force meant to counter gangs, despite setbacks with an existing policing operation.
Millions of children at risk across Africa as aid cuts impact food supplies
Emergency food supplies are running out in Nigeria, Kenya, Somalia and South Sudan, Save the Children warns.
US envoy says calling Lebanon reporters ‘animalistic’ was ‘inappropriate’
Tom Barrack says he was telling Lebanese journalists to 'be civilised' but notes that they were 'just doing their job'.
Israel launches latest attacks against Houthis in Yemen’s Sanaa
No immediate reports of casualties as Israel says it strikes military target. Houthis say civilians targeted.
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump for his attempt to fire her
The lawsuit comes amid concerns that the US president is trying to sway central bank’s decisions on monetary policy.
Why are US warships going to Venezuela?
The US has ordered warships to position off Venezuela's coast in a move President Nicolas Maduro has called illegal.
Transunion hack exposes consumer data for millions of Americans
The credit bureau has said the July breach was brought on by an unidentified third party and was quickly contained.
UN Security Council votes to wind down UNIFIL mission in Lebanon after 2026
Amid US pressure, vote extends peacekeeping mission but then calls for 'orderly and safe drawdown and withdrawal'.
Israel steps up bombardment of Gaza City, killing at least 61 people
UN chief warns of 'new and dangerous phase' of war as Israeli forces target eastern and southern Gaza City.
United States moves to restrict visa length for foreign students, reporters
Trump administration has proposed restricting student visas to a four-year period rather than the duration of programme.
UN staff urge rights chief Volker Turk to call Gaza war a ‘genocide’
Letter on behalf of more than 500 OHCHR workers says failure to do so undermines the global rights protection system.