Syria’s al-Sharaa, Turkiye’s Erdogan talk Kurdish fighters, defence pacts
Turkey meeting is second foreign trip by President Ahmed al-Sharaa as he seeks to bolster support for Syria.
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South Africa leader calls Elon Musk over ‘distortions’ after Trump attack
President Ramaphosa called after US leader said he would suspend aid to South Africa over its land reform policy.
IAEA chief warns of nuclear risk from Russia attacks on Ukraine power grids
Moscow has bombarded Ukraine's energy infrastructure during its three-year invasion but avoided attacking nuclear sites.
Trump’s new missile shield for the US – challenges and dangers
President's new missile defence project raises questions about cost, feasibility and global security.
Medical experts dispute evidence in Lucy Letby’s baby killing conviction
Lucy Letby is serving 15 life sentences for seven baby deaths at neonatal units between 2015-16.
Food prices skyrocket in DR Congo’s Goma after M23 takeover
NGO ActionAid and locals say cost of some items has risen between 18% and 160% as conflict blocks aid and supplies.
In West Bank, Israel denies Jenin families right to bury loved ones at home
As Israel kills dozens of Palestinians in Jenin, it also denies victims' families the dignity to bury their loved ones.
A thousand days of Israeli impunity, still no justice for Shireen Abu Akleh
A full 1,000 days since Israel killed Shireen Abu Akleh, no one has been held accountable despite efforts for justice.
Trial of Salman Rushdie attacker to launch with tricky jury selection
Hadi Matar accused of attempted murder after repeatedly stabbing the author on stage in 2022 in the United States.
What tariffs is China imposing on the US – and why are they significant?
China is quick to act when US tariffs on its imports go into effect, but experts say it's leaving room for negotiation.
Donald Trump’s trade tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China explained visually
Mexico, Canada and China account for more than 40 percent of total goods traded with the United States.
At least 10 dead in shooting at adult school in Sweden’s Orebro
Death toll rises as police continue to probe what they call 'attempted murder, arson and aggravated weapons offence'.
Six times Trump criticised Democrats for things he also supported
Trump criticised Democrats for actions he also supported, such as banning TikTok and altering healthcare policies.
‘We will not stand idly’: Rights groups file suit against Trump asylum ban
The move is the latest challenge to Trump's hardline immigration policies, arguing that barring asylum violates US law.
Gaza authorities plead for tents, accuse Israel of obstructing aid
Government Media Office says securing temporary shelters is the 'most pressing' humanitarian need in Gaza.
Echoing Trump, Ecuador announces 27-percent tariffs on Mexican goods
President Daniel Noboa also ordered a greater military presence at local ports due to 'destabilisation' by armed groups.
Trump delays Canada tariffs, but anger and calls to rethink US ties persist
Canada faces calls to reduce its 'dependence' on the US amid threats by President Donald Trump to impose stiff tariffs.
Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform Party leads in UK poll for first time
If a general election were held tomorrow, 25 percent of British voters would choose Reform, YouGov poll suggests.
Trump orders creation of sovereign wealth fund, says it could buy TikTok
Investors were surprised by the news because the US runs a deficit and doesn't have the finances needed for such a fund.
US Secretary of State Rubio says he has become ‘acting director’ of USAID
The Trump administration has sought to rein in US assistance abroad, with his advisers warning USAID could be closed.