Trump sanctions ‘illegitimate’ International Criminal Court
The US president ordered asset freezes and travel bans against ICC officials, employees and their family members.
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Strong winds and heavy rain pummelling Gaza’s survivors
Winter weather conditions are worsening the plight of Palestinians sheltering among the enclave's ruins.
What are rare earth minerals? Why does US President Trump want Ukraine’s?
The self-proclaimed dealmaker says Washington should have access to Ukraine's riches in exchange for wartime aid.
What’s behind Trump’s ban on transgender women in US women’s sports?
The directive could strip federal funding from schools that allow trans women and girls to compete in women's events.
Trump’s gutting of USAID sends chill through Southeast Asia
NGOs across Southeast Asia say they will struggle to continue their work without US funding.
Why a Bangladesh mob burned down home of independence icon Mujibur Rahman
The attack followed a controversial speech by removed former PM Sheikh Hasina, Rahman's daughter, from exile in India.
Trans women barred from female sports as governing body NCAA follows Trump
US governing body for college sport updates policy to align with Donald Trump's executive order on women's sport.
US judge delays Trump buyout offer meant to thin out public servants
Trump and allies such as billionaire Elon Musk have carried out blitz campaign meant to thin the government workforce.
Palestinians return home in Gaza, but without their loved ones
More than 61,700 Palestinians were killed by Israel in the Gaza war. Now, their family members are returning home.
A referendum on crime? What to know about Ecuador’s presidential election
President Daniel Noboa hopes to secure a full four-year term but faces concerns over high crime and economic issues.
Trump announces plan to launch task force against ‘anti-Christian bias’
At a prayer breakfast, Trump said the task force would prosecute the 'targeting' of Christians within government.
Trump administration imposes first Iran sanctions since taking office
US penalties target Iran's 'oil network' as Donald Trump pledges to bring back 'maximum pressure' against Tehran.
DR Congo court issues arrest warrant for rebel leader Corneille Nangaa
Nangaa is the leader of the Congo River Alliance that includes M23 fighters.
Where does Trump’s renewed ‘maximum pressure’ leave any Iran-US deal?
Trump says he wants Iran to prosper, but signed a presidential memorandum to pledge more action against Iran.
Israel follows US in boycotting UN Human Rights Council
Organisation's spokesperson says Israel's observer status means it cannot formally withdraw from the body.
Thousands in Gaza struggle in tents amid cold, stormy weather
Displaced Palestinians languish in makeshift tent encampments as harsh winds and rain hit the Gaza Strip.
‘Degrading’: India opposition MPs protest US deportees’ return in shackles
India's foreign minister tells Parliament that New Delhi is engaging with US to ensure deportees are not mistreated.
S Korea orders airports to install bird detection cameras after air crash
Ministry of Land aims to install at least one camera in each of 15 domestic airports after deadly air crash in December.
Which countries have banned DeepSeek and why?
DeepSeek is banned on government devices in South Korea, Australia and Taiwan. More countries might follow suit.
Tunisia’s Ennahdha party slams lengthy jail term for its leader Ghannouchi
Opposition party criticises ‘political trial’, saying it is reminiscent of pre-2011 revolution government.