Israeli ‘diplomatic offensive’ urges sanctions against Iran
Push on partners to sanction Tehran comes as Israel mulls military retaliation for Iran's weekend attack.
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Fire engulfs iconic stock exchange building in Denmark’s Copenhagen
A blaze at Copenhagen's former stock exchange toppled the historic building's spire which was undergoing renovation.
‘Playing with fire’: Ukraine’s frustration grows with US lawmakers, Europe
Ukraine is raising its standing army by 300,000, as the US stumbles and the EU lacks capacity to defend a future member.
Heavy rains, lightning in Pakistan kill at least 50 people
Many deaths have been reported in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa bordering Afghanistan.
Analysis: Ruling party errors give Turkey’s opposition hope for future
Local elections point to a strengthening opposition, as external problems and internal issues cause AK Party to stumble.
Hundreds killed as storms lash Pakistan and Afghanistan
Authorities have called on emergency services to remain on high alert, with more severe weather on the way.
International support for Tunisia’s jailed opposition leader Ghannouchi
International Committee for Solidarity with Rached Ghannouchi says Ennahdha party leader is 'prisoner of conscience'.
Two arrested for firing at Bollywood star Salman Khan’s Mumbai home
Khan has been in the crosshairs of an armed gang since 1998 for shooting two blackbucks on a recreational hunting trip.
Inside the pressures facing Quebec’s billion-dollar maple syrup industry
Canadian province supplies most of the world's maple syrup, but climate change is raising new questions for producers.
US legislators renew push for additional aid to Israel after Iran attack
Despite concerns over Israeli abuses in Gaza, US lawmakers are calling for approval of $14bn in assistance to Israel.
‘Crimes against humanity’ may have been committed in Sudan, says UN chief
Antonio Guterres says war is being waged on the Sudanese people, warns of escalating unrest in el-Fasher, Darfur.
Coral reefs around the world experiencing mass bleaching, scientists say
Scientists warn that many of the world's reefs may not recover from the intense, prolonged heat stress.
Israel army chief pledges Iran response as Western countries urge restraint
Several allies warn against an escalation after Iran's weekend attack on Israel increases fears of wider regional war.
FBI launches criminal investigation into Baltimore bridge collapse
Probe will examine circumstances leading up to cargo ship's collision with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, sources say.
Several Israeli troops wounded in Lebanon attack claimed by Hezbollah
Hezbollah says it detonated 'explosive devices' targeting Israeli soldiers who crossed the border into Lebanon.
Azerbaijan calls for ICJ to throw out Armenian ethnic cleansing case
The case accuses Azerbaijan of glorifying racism and allowing hate speech against Armenians.
Lawmakers brawl as Georgian Parliament considers ‘foreign agent’ bill
Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept overseas funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
Europe pledges to boost aid to Sudan on unwelcome war anniversary
Germany promises $260m as European diplomats meet in Paris to mark the first anniversary of the conflict.
Sweden launches war crimes trial against former Syrian officer
Mohammed Hamo is the first Syrian officer to face trial in Europe over military operations in the civil war.
Bombs and viruses: The shadowy history of Israel’s attacks on Iranian soil
From cyberattacks and assassinations to drone strikes, Israel-linked plots have targeted Iran for years.