Pope Leo XIV calls for Gaza ceasefire in first Sunday message
The new pope used phrases favoured by his predecessor, Francis, to call for an end to wars around the world.
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Iran says fourth round of ‘difficult’ nuclear talks with US ends in Oman
Foreign minister says civilian enrichment cannot be subjected to any deal as Tehran and Washington set for more talks.
Trump offers to work with India, Pakistan on Kashmir ‘solution’
US president offers to mediate between nuclear-armed neighbours days after his administration helps broker a ceasefire.
Heavy rains cause flooding in Somalia’s Mogadishu, killing seven
Heavy rains trigger flooding that damages roads, homes and key infrastructure in Mogadishu.
Turkish student Rumeysa Ozturk says she will continue to pursue her case
Student freed from US detention after writing Gaza opinion piece says she has 'faith in American system of justice'.
Bangladesh bans activities of Awami League, the party of ousted PM Hasina
The move comes after a call for a commission to investigate the killing of protesters and establish national unity.
Week in Pictures: From India-Pakistan fighting to V-E Day anniversary
A roundup of some of last week’s events.
Israeli protesters in Tel Aviv demand an end to war on Gaza
Thousands gather demanding an end to the war and the release of Israeli captives in Gaza.
Newark mayor denies trespassing at US immigration centre following arrest
Ras Baraka denies charge against him a day after he spent several hours in police custody.
Explosions, violations reported after India and Pakistan agree ceasefire
The nations have agreed to an internationally mediated agreement prompting scenes of celebrations in Kashmir.
At least 33 people killed in suspected RSF attacks in Sudan
The paramilitary force has been blamed for attacks on a prison in el-Obeid and a displacement camp in Darfur.
India and Pakistan agree ceasefire: What does it mean?
Ceasefires between India and Pakistan have been successfully mediated by other countries in the past as well.
Iran’s FM visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar before nuclear talks with US in Oman
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has confirmed there will be a technical delegation at the Iran-US talks on Sunday.
Pope Leo identifies AI as main challenge in first meeting with cardinals
New pontiff sets out vision, pledging to continue ‘precious legacy' of predecessor Pope Francis.
China, US hold talks on tariffs in first bid to de-escalate trade war
Analysts have low expectations of a breakthrough, but host Switzerland hopes ‘road map’ will emerge.
Reporting from behind shifting front lines in Myanmar’s civil war
Journalists with the Shan State-based news outlet Shwe Phee Myay continue to report amid civil war and repression.
Could India, Pakistan use nuclear weapons? Here’s what their doctrines say
A full-blown war between India and Pakistan would be the first ever between two nuclear-armed nations.
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka arrested during ICE detention centre protest
US attorney says Baraka 'committed trespass' during protest of facility, which he argues opened without proper permits.
World could be witnessing ‘another Nakba’ in Palestine, UN committee warns
Israel's priority is a 'wider colonial expansion', the committee on Israeli practices in occupied territories said.
US reports second air traffic control outage at New Jersey airport
The Trump administration is facing pressure to modernise air traffic control systems and hire more staff.