Russia, Ukraine agree prisoner swap as talks end without major breakthrough
Kyiv and Moscow agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war each, heads of delegations say.
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Istanbul talks highlight Turkiye’s balancing act between Russia and Ukraine
Since the outbreak of the war, Turkiye has weighed its support for Ukraine against maintaining its ties to Russia.
Trump’s decision to lift Syria sanctions fuels dreams of economic revival
Analysts say that sanctions relief will be a boon to Syria, but may take some time to affect the country.
US senators seek to block Trump’s UAE, Qatar defence deals
Senators accuse US President Donald Trump of engaging in 'corruption of US foreign policy' with defence deals.
What is famine, and why is Gaza at risk of reaching it soon?
One in five in Gaza face famine as Israel's blockade continues. What does starvation do to the human body?
US judge dismisses case against migrants caught in new military zone
The magistrate ruled that apprehended migrants may not have been aware they were crossing into a military zone.
Trump hails growing ties with UAE on last leg of Gulf tour
US president claims he has sealed deals worth $10 trillion during visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE.
UN rejects US-backed Gaza aid plan, citing lack of neutrality
UN stresses adherence to principles of neutrality and independence in delivering life-saving humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Lawyers for US Mayor Ras Baraka argue he was targeted for arrest at protest
Baraka's defence team say they will file a motion to dismiss trespassing charges pursued by the Trump administration.
US Supreme Court grills Trump administration over birthright citizenship
Donald Trump's lawyers seek to stop judges' national block on executive order in case that could decide policy's future.
Al-Qaeda affiliate claims 200 soldiers killed in Burkina Faso attack
Jama'a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM) claims attack on Djibo military outpost, SITE Intelligence Group says.
Claudia Sheinbaum denounces proposed US remittance tax as ‘unacceptable’
Republicans have proposed the remittance tax as part of a broader push to crack down on undocumented immigration.
Largest US retailer Walmart warns of price hikes because of tariffs
Walmart is a bellwether of US consumer health and its statement is a signpost of the impact of the trade war.
UK’s Starmer seeking third countries to set up asylum seeker ‘return hubs’
PM’s plans compared to Conservatives’ controversial Rwanda deportation policy, which he had dismissed as a ‘gimmick’.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy sends delegation for Russia talks after Putin no-show
Volodymyr Zelenskyy sends team led by defence minister for talks with Russian delegation in Turkiye's Istanbul.
Wisconsin judge pleads not guilty to obstructing immigration arrest
Federal authorities allege that Judge Hannah Dugan helped an undocumented man evade arrest by immigration agents.
Could EU tariffs against Russia bring a ceasefire for Ukraine?
As Vladimir Putin rejects Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for a face-to-face meeting, the EU is readying penalties.
What have US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies achieved?
Trump's policies have roiled global markets and left businesses stumped on how to plan for the foreseeable future.
India and Pakistan trade accusations of nuclear weapons mismanagement
Islamabad hits back after Indian defence minister says Pakistan's nuclear arsenal should be under UN surveillance.
Can President Trump legally accept a $400m plane for free?
US president's plane acceptance may breach emoluments clause as lawsuits face procedural hurdles, say experts.