EU parliament greenlights landmark artificial intelligence regulations
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Nordic tensions on the rise amid Russian anger over NATO accessions
Finnish leader says Russia is preparing for 'long conflict with the West' as Denmark boosts defence spending.
‘The war will end’: Remembering Mahmoud Darwish, Palestine’s poetic voice
Mahmoud Darwish's poems are ever relevant to the conditions of Palestinians, particularly now in Gaza.
UK grants asylum to Palestinian citizen of Israel in ‘seismic’ U-turn
'Hasan', who has spent most of his life in Britain, says he would have faced persecution if returned to Israel.
Putin resumes ‘sabre-rattling’ with warning Russia ready for nuclear war
Ahead of weekend elections, Russian president boasts his country's nuclear capabilities are superior to the West's.
Who is Muhammad Aurangzeb, the man tasked with fixing Pakistan’s economy?
A veteran banker, Aurangzeb is a political outsider who analysts say must grapple with IMF reforms and crippling debt.
Biden, Trump set for US election rematch after clinching party nominations
Wins at Georgia, Mississippi and Washington give each the delegate count needed to claim nomination at party convention.
Energy industry methane emissions rise close to record in 2023
Emissions of greenhouse gas responsible for a third of global warming ‘unacceptably high’, says energy watchdog IEA.
Israeli forces launch deadly raids in occupied West Bank
Casualties mounting, with at least four Palestinians - including two minors - killed and dozens wounded.
Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 159
An aid ship carrying food and other essential items is nearing Gaza after days of delays amid dire humanitarian crisis.
Why was Israel forced to change its song entry for Eurovision?
The contest prides itself on being nonpolitical, but Israel’s inclusion threatens to overshadow the music this year.
Uneasy quiet in Haiti capital after prime minister pledges to step down
Island nation is braced for next steps after PM Henry agreed to step down amid chaotic gang violence.
Gaza war: How Biden adopted call for ‘ceasefire’ without shifting policy
US says it is seeking a 'ceasefire' for a limited time, but Palestinian rights advocates want a lasting end to the war.
Colombia names attorney general amid political unrest under Gustavo Petro
Luz Adriana Camargo will lead probes into President Petro and his son after weeks of delay in the appointment process.
Three killed, 38 injured in Russian attack on Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih
Ten children are among those injured in the missile attack on apartment buildings as rescue teams search for survivors.
US prosecutor Robert Hur stands by assessment of Biden’s ‘poor memory’
Hur testifies in a congressional committee hearing about Biden's reported memory lapses, spurring bipartisan criticism.
‘Should never have come to this’: What’s next as Henry steps down in Haiti?
Experts say Haitians need to lead political process after PM Henry's resignation, as uncertainty and tensions swirl.
Pirates seize control of cargo ship near Somalia, say owners
MV Abdullah was sailing from Mozambique's capital Maputo to the United Arab Emirates when it was attacked.
Sudan army regains control of national TV and radio headquarters from RSF
Sudan military posts videos online showing its soldiers inside the headquarters in the city of Omdurman.
UK Conservatives’ top donor Frank Hester spoke of hating ‘all Black women’
Opposition Labour Party blasts Frank Hester over remarks about Diane Abbott, who calls the comments 'frightening'.