France’s Macron names former Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as new PM
President hopes his choice will end weeks of deadlock since snap poll, counting on far right not to block appointment.
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‘Better together’: Presidents of Egypt, Turkey seek common ground in Ankara
The past few years have seen a warming of relations between the two countries, cemented by high-level visits.
Andrii Sybiha becomes Ukraine’s top diplomat amid major cabinet reshuffle
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's nominee is appointed by Ukraine's parliament following the resignation of Dmytro Kuleba.
What was Netanyahu’s map and ‘plan for Gaza’ all about?
Israeli prime minister presented a plan and map that showed an annexed West Bank and Gaza under Israeli army control.
‘Russian spy’ whale Hvaldimir killed by gunshots: Animal rights groups
The beluga whale rose to fame in 2019 after being spotted at sea wearing a harness with mounts for a camera.
Pope Francis and Indonesia imam call for unity against religious violence
Religious leaders meet at Istiqlal Mosque and sign declaration calling for 'religious harmony for the sake of humanity'.
Asteroid disintegrates safely in ‘fireball’ flash over the Philippines
The asteroid, known as 2024 RW1, is only the ninth to have been spotted before its impact with the Earth's atmosphere.
Why are UK teens the least happy in Europe?
A recent report showed UK's teenagers have grown dissatisfied with life. It calls for economic and educational reforms.
Why’s Netanyahu so insistent that Israel control the Gaza-Egypt crossing?
Several sides have accused the Israeli prime minister of deliberately putting obstacles in the way
DR Congo expects first shipment of mpox vaccines to arrive on Thursday
The country hopes to start vaccinations in October but faces huge logistical challenges as doses need to be kept cold.
Maori in New Zealand anoint a new queen
Nga Wai hono i te po Paki was chosen during ceremonies to honour her late father, who was buried on Thursday.
At least six killed in Israeli attacks on occupied West Bank’s Tubas
Israeli forces shoot a teenager dead and kill five others in an air attack on a car in the Tubas governorate.
Trump, Harris agree on debate rules after dispute over muted microphones
ABC News confirms ground rules for first presidential debate on September 10.
Netanyahu’s border proposal threatens Gaza ceasefire talks
Hamas calls for pressure on Israeli PM to stick to ceasefire plan, says stance on Philadelphi Corridor thwarts deal.
US charges RT employees over alleged secret funding of right-wing media
US Justice Department says two employees of Russia’s RT secretly paid $10m to Tennessee-based media outlet.
Malaysia probing leak of classified Chinese note over South China Sea
Move follows publication of leaked document warning Malaysia off oil drilling by Philippine media outlet.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 923
As the war enters its 923rd day, these are the main developments.
How Venezuela’s recent history can inform its present-day election crisis
Venezuela is no stranger to contested elections. What can the past reveal about the results of July's presidential race?
Kamala Harris departs from Biden capital gains tax plan to widen her reach
Harris's proposal suggests she wants to appeal to a broader base of voters.
US sailor detained in Venezuela while travelling on personal business
Detention comes amid tensions over Venezuela's disputed election, with US seizing President Maduro's plane this week.