Hong Kong trade delegation visits Qatar to strengthen bilateral relations

A total of 35 memoranda of understanding spanning trade, innovation and other areas were signed, hoping to advance strategic cooperation between Hong Kong and Qat...

Sweden probes suspected spy reportedly linked to resignation of security adviser

The suspect under investigation has reportedly served as a senior Swedish diplomat and been stationed at several embassies around the world.

Sweden's security se...

South Africa's President Ramaphosa says Afrikaners resettling in US are 'cowards'

The Trump administration has been criticised for granting refugee status to Afrikaners, a white ethnic minority, over people fleeing war and famine.

South Africa...

At least 60 killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, medical officials say

Israel said it was striking Hamas infrastructure and that it had issued evacuation warnings in Jabaliya.

At least 60 people, including 22 children, were killed b...

Germany arrests three Ukrainians for plotting Russian 'sabotage' bomb attacks

The three suspects plotted to carry out arson and explosive attacks on German freight transport systems, according to federal prosecutors.

Three Ukrainians have ...

Former Uruguayan President José Mujica dies at age of 89

The Latin American country's 40th leader — known as "Pepe" — became internationally renowned because of his humble lifestyle.

Former Uruguayan President José “Pe...

ICC's top prosecutor faces increased pressure over sexual misconduct allegations

Reports claim that Karim Khan brought forward the court's arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu after learning he was under investigation for forcing himself on a...

Erik and Lyle Menendez now eligible for parole after California judge reduces sentences

Erik and Lyle Menendez, convicted of murdering their parents in 1989, had their sentences reduced to 50 years to life and are now eligible for parole.

A Californ...

Nvidia stock soars on US-Saudi AI deal backed by Trump, bin Salman

Nvidia’s shares soared amid billions of dollars in artificial intelligence investment deals made between US President Donald Trump and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince...

Israeli military to continue Gaza operation 'with full force' in next days, Netanyahu says

Israel has previously promised to intensify its offensive, including by seizing all of Gaza and displacing much of the territory's population again.

Prime Minist...

'Show us something special,' Trump says to Syria as he agrees to lift raft of sanctions

Gulf leaders have rallied behind the new government in Damascus and want Trump to follow, believing it is a bulwark against Iran's return to influence in Syria, w...

Funerals held in Myanmar for pupils killed in alleged junta air strike on rural school

Myanmar has been in turmoil since the army's 2021 takeover ousted the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi, which led to nationwide peaceful protests that escal...

Bangkok officials end search operation at skyscraper that collapsed after earthquake

The high-rise building, meant to be the new office for the State Audit Office, was the only building in Bangkok that collapsed following the 28 March earthquake i...

Zambia rebukes envoys after US goes public with medical aid cut over 'systemic theft'

US ambassador to Zambia called a press conference to reveal a $50 million (€45 million) cut in health aid to the African country over alleged corruption.

Zambia'...

Foreign overfishing driving Senegalese migrants to Spain, research finds

The number of irregular migrant arrivals reached a record of 63,970 in 2024, according to Interior Ministry data.

"If I was able to gain enough money in fishing,...

Trump joined by Musk in Saudi Arabia as US seeks major investment from Gulf states

Following his visit to the Saudi capital Riyadh, US President Donald Trump's regional tour includes trips to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

US Preside...

First direct peace talks: Will Putin come face-to-face with Zelenskyy?

As Ukraine’s president is getting ready to travel to Istanbul, the Kremlin has not yet responded to whether Vladimir Putin will attend the meeting on Thursday. Wi...

Modi says India only 'paused' its offensive as ceasefire with Pakistan holds

The most serious direct conflict between India and Pakistan in decades has been halted for now, but tensions remain high.

India has only "paused" its military ac...

At least 14 people dead and six hospitalised after drinking toxic liquor in northern India

Deaths from the consumption of contaminated liquor manufactured locally is rampant in India, mainly in rural areas, as people are eager to buy at cheap prices.

A...

UK PM Starmer accused of echoing far-right amid immigration overhaul

The UK leader was criticised for warning that the country could become an "island of strangers". Some of his own MPs say these words echoed a phrase in Enoch Powe...

UK's post-Brexit reset with the EU could depend on Gibraltar deal, Spain says

Spain’s foreign minister has suggested that an EU-UK security pact may hinge on the future of the tiny British territory.

The UK's desire to reset post-Brexit re...