Explosive attached to armoured vehicle kills seven Israeli soldiers in southern Gaza

Since the launch of Israel's operation against Hamas on 7 October 2023 after Hamas-led militants attacked Israel, more than 860 Israeli soldiers have died, over 4...

Former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin launches 'humanist' political party

Dominique de Villepin said he was launching his own political party, Humanist France, two years before the country is set to hold presidential elections.

Former ...

UK to buy 12 fighter jets capable of carrying nuclear weapons

Britain's decision to purchase the US-made F-35A jets will boost its nuclear deterrent, which currently wholly relies on four nuclear-armed submarines.

The UK wi...

NATO's 1.5%: Is this the devil in the detail that could derail the new spending deal?

The new NATO spending target has a 1.5% for non-military expenses. Its interpretation however is vague and could spark "opportunistic" divisions.

NATO leaders ar...

Zohran Mamdani scores surprise win in NYC mayoral primary after Cuomo concedes

'Tonight is his night,' former state governor Andrew Cuomo said as he conceded the race to the virtually unknown progressive candidate.

Zohran Mamdani, the 33-ye...

Will Trump really pull US troops out of Europe?

US president Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to withdraw US forces from Europe as part of his "America First" policy.  It would have enormous strategic con...

France, Indonesia evacuate citizens stranded in Israel and Iran

More than 100 French citizens were evacuated from Israel to Cyprus on Tuesday after being stranded there as the war with Iran broke out. Close to 100 Indonesian n...

US intelligence report suggests US strikes on Iran only setback nuclear programme by months

The report contradicts earlier statements by Trump in which he claimed that the US’ targeted operation on Iranian nuclear sites “obliterated” their programme, set...

US intelligence report suggests US strikes on Iran only setback nuclear programme by months

The report contradicts earlier statements by Trump in which he claimed that the US’ targeted operation on Iranian nuclear sites “obliterated” their programme, set...

Cambodia accuses Thailand of escalating tensions with new border crossing rules

On Monday, the Thai army imposed heightened restrictions at border checkpoints with Cambodia following an order from the prime minister to allow only students, me...

At least 120 children taken by insurgents in Mozambique, rights group says

Government forces have struggled to contain the violence in Cabo Delgado province, relying on support from troops sent by Rwanda, South Africa and other regional ...

Trump swears on live TV as he blasts Iran and Israel for ceasefire violations

Just after 0700CET, Trump announced that a ceasefire between the two countries had taken effect, saying "Please do not violate it!" in a post on Truth Social.

US...

Merz emphasises Germany's support for Israel and calls for ceasefire in Gaza

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed the country's support for Israel amid its conflict with Iran and called for a ceasefire in Gaza.

German Chancellor Fri...

Greek firefighters battle wildfire on Chios for third day as authorities probe arson

Emergency services have issued evacuation orders for villages and settlements in the area since Sunday, when fires broke out near the island’s main town.

Hundred...

Japan conducts first surface-to-ship missile test on its own territory in Hokkaido

Around 300 soldiers took part in the exercise by the Ground Self-Defence Force's 1st Artillery Brigade with a missile fired at an unmanned boat around 40 kilometr...

At least 25 killed after Israeli army opens fire near aid trucks in Gaza, hospitals say

The Israeli military fired near Palestinians waiting for aid in Gaza, killing 25 and wounding 146.

The Israeli military opened fire near hundreds of Palestinians...

Portugal tightens citizenship rules, doubles residency requirement for most foreigners

Citizens from Portuguese-speaking countries such as Brazil must wait seven years for citizenship while those from other nations face a 10-year wait.

Portugal has...

Seven Iranians appear in UK court on assault charges after embassy protest

The defendants were charged with grievous bodily harm after two people were allegedly attacked during a protest near Tehran's embassy in London.

Seven Iranian me...

Drones, fences and roadblocks: How The Hague ramped up security for NATO summit

The Dutch city has rolled out a major military and police operation called Orange Shield to protect heads of state attending the NATO summit.

The NATO summit in ...

Trump announces 'complete and total' ceasefire between Israel and Iran

Trump praised both Israel and Iran for having the “stamina, courage and intelligence” to end what could’ve been a years-long war capable of destroying the entire ...

EU to revisit suspension of partnership with Israel over violations in Gaza

The EU's 27 foreign affairs ministers were expected to respond to a recent review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement which found "indications" that Israel bre...