Israel’s Netanyahu to meet with Trump at White House next week
Israeli PM will be the first foreign leader to meet US president at White House since his second inauguration last week.
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US judge temporarily blocks Trump administration’s federal funding freeze
The White House defended Trump's decision as Democrats and non-profit groups warned of 'devastating' consequences.
GM stock slumps on tariff fears even as revenues exceed expectations
GM stock plunged 10 percent, putting it on track for its worst day since the COVID pandemic early days.
Palestinians reject Trump’s relocation plan as they return to Gaza’s north
Tens of thousands have moved back to Gaza's north this week, even as Trump suggests move to Jordan and Egypt.
UNRWA chief says Israel’s ban will be disastrous
UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini says Israel's ban would 'heighten instability and deepen despair' at a 'critical moment'.
What a US exit from the WHO means for global healthcare
US withdrawal from WHO means missing February's meeting, reducing influence and hindering global health efforts.
Italy’s Meloni says she is being investigated over release of Libya suspect
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni says she is suspected of aiding and abetting a crime and embezzlement.
Protesters attack French, US, Rwandan embassies in DRC
Demonstrators attack embassies of France, Belgium, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and the United States in Kinshasa.
How many people has Israel killed in Lebanon since the ceasefire?
In the two months since the Israel-Hezbollah truce began, Israeli forces have killed at least 83 people.
US deportation flights land in Colombia after Trump-Petro row
Colombian President Gustavo Petro welcomes 'free and dignified' deportees, stressing that migrants are not criminals.
Russian diplomats make first visit to Syria since al-Assad’s removal
The visit comes as Moscow seeks to secure the fate of two military bases in Syria.
At least 17 people killed as fighting in DR Congo’s Goma intensifies
The M23 rebel group has declared the key city of Goma under its control, signalling a big blow to the Congolese army.
Italy restarts bid to deport migrants to Albania
Italian naval ship lands 49 people in Albania in a third transfer under controversial 2023 deal between Rome and Tirana.
Lake Tanganyika fishers fight for their future amid declining catches
From 2020-2024, fish production dropped 20% in the world's longest freshwater lake serving Tanzania and its neighbours.
Trump presidency: Military to migration, what to know — and what’s next
We take a look at the latest developments on immigration, as well as the next steps for Trump's administration.
Five-year-old among two killed in Israeli attacks amid Gaza ceasefire
Israeli forces continue ceasefire violations as thousands of Palestinians try to return to their homes in northern Gaza.
Denmark to pump $2bn into Arctic security as Trump eyes Greenland
Copenhagen boosting defence spending and talking with allies as it resists US demand for the strategic island.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,069
Here are the key developments on the 1,069th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
‘Five babies in incubator’: HRW on danger to pregnant women, babies in Gaza
Human Rights Watch finds Israel has violated rights of pregnant women and girls, with no end in sight.
Trump says Microsoft in talks to buy TikTok
US president says there's 'great interest' in purchasing video-sharing platform facing ban on national security grounds.