SNP veteran John Swinney set to be Scotland’s next leader
Swinney becomes the clear frontrunner as a potential opponent says she will not run.
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Gazprom falls to first annual loss in 20 years as trade with Europe hit
Results highlight the dramatic decline of Gazprom since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Candidates confront corruption and inequality in Panama’s presidential race
Eight hopefuls are seeking to succeed President Laurentino Cortizo in Sunday’s election, with corruption a top issue.
Hamas chief Haniyeh discusses Gaza truce talks with Egypt, Qatar officials
Hamas says it is studying proposal 'in positive spirit' as delegation reportedly set to visit Cairo for further talks.
Paris’s Sciences Po rejects protesters’ demand to review Israel ties
Dozens of students start a sit-in at university to protest decision not to review links with Israeli universities.
‘Diaspora Jews think Judaism is more important than Zionism’: UK filmmaker
British filmmaker Gillian Mosely says it is time to question Israel's 'propaganda' as the war in Gaza rages.
UCLA students arrested amid Gaza protests: All you need to know
The LAPD has arrested pro-Palestine protesters and faculty at UCLA amid a tense standoff a day after counterprotest.
France’s Macron doesn’t rule out troops for Ukraine
French president says in interview that 'if Russia wins in Ukraine, there will be no security in Europe'.
‘Greater than an encampment’: Why Gaza student protests strike a chord
Students say 'barrier of fear' has been broken as encampments take over public spaces in defence of Palestinians.
Thousands rally in Georgia as Parliament advances ‘foreign influence’ bill
Police in the capital, Tbilisi, fired tear gas and stun grenades to clear protesters opposed to the draft legislation.
Philippines summons China envoy over water cannon attack in South China Sea
The Philippines protests China’s ‘dangerous manoeuvres’ 20th time this year, as tensions escalate over disputed shoal.
Why South Africa’s opposition may struggle to unseat the ruling ANC
Despite the ANC facing possible voter decline this election, analysts say the opposition is splintered and disorganised.
South Korea parliament approves new probe into deadly 2022 Halloween crush
Victims' families have demanded independent investigation into disaster that killed more than 150 people.
Russia troops accused of ‘executing’ surrendering Ukraine soldiers: Report
Human Rights Watch investigates 'apparent summary executions' and says actions could amount to war crimes.
UCLA campus standoff as police order pro-Palestinian protesters to leave
Hundreds of police in riot gear mass on US campus as students threatened with arrest.
Riot police move in to dismantle peaceful pro-Palestinian protest at UCLA
Students disperse from US campus amid din of detonating flashbangs, 'large number of arrests'.
Manhattan prosecutors announce retrial for film producer Harvey Weinstein
Announcement follows a decision last week to toss Weinstein's New York conviction on charges of rape and sexual assault.
US House passes controversial bill that expands definition of anti-Semitism
Rights groups warn that the definition could further chill freedom of speech as protests continue on college campuses.
US increases pressure on Israel over Gaza aid as truce talks continue
Top US diplomat says efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza must be accelerated and sustained as famine looms.
How a Gaza protest at Indiana University became a battle for free speech
Police crackdowns on nonviolent campus protests have raised questions about student rights and administrators' biases.