Lebanese army deploys in ‘pilot zones’ under US-backed plan
The Lebanese army has begun deploying in three southern towns as part of a US-backed framework agreement with Israel.
Trump administration attacks US left, alleging Cuba ties: Key takeaways
US report says the beleaguered government in Havana is the 'connective tissue' of a global 'anti-American coalition'.
Moldova chooses new prime minister as it pushes for EU membership
Political newcomer Vasile Tofan inherits Moldova's push to join the European Union by 2030.
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine military chief after protests
Replaced military chief Syrskyi clashed with former Defence Minister Fedorov, whose removal last week led to protests.
Drone shows scorched landscape after Spain wildfire
A drone has revealed what remains of this forest after a wildfire burned through over 30,000 hectares of it.
US defence chief Hegseth puts Iran war cost at $37.5bn so far
Latest cost comes as Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Caine seek a $1.5 trillion budget, including $70bn for Iran war.
Iran holds funerals for children killed in Minab school strike
Iran has held funerals for 32 children killed in a US strike on a school in Minab, Iran on February 28.
How will Khalil al-Hayya’s leadership shape Hamas?
Newly named Hamas leader al-Hayya faces pressure to cede power amid Gaza's fragile ceasefire.
Guyana reports ferry disaster death toll rises to 41
Search continues for dozens more people unaccounted for after the MV Barima capsized on Saturday night.
Daytime Russian strike kills three in Zaporizhzhia
A Russian guided aerial bomb attack on Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, killed at least three people and injured 13 others.
French parliament passes social media ban for under-15s
President Emmanuel Macron, who has championed the initiative, wants the ban in effect before the upcoming school year.
US funding cuts deal blow to global HIV treatment: Report
UNAIDS chief calls for 'radical change' as aid cuts gut HIV clinics and treatment worldwide.
Deposed Turkish opposition leader plans new party
Ozgur Ozel hopes to launch new main opposition after court removed him as leader of the CHP.
Carney says he and Trump have agreed to ‘intensify’ trade negotiations
Relations between Canada and its largest trading partner have been tested by Trump's repeated jibes, threats and tariffs
Spain battles latest in series of major wildfires near Madrid
Fire breaks out amid Spain's third heatwave of the summer, with temperatures forecast to rise above 40C.
Kuwaitis ration electricity after Iranian strikes hit power grid
Kuwaitis are rationing electricity after Iranian strikes on power infrastructure are raising fears of outages
US judge blocks Trump bid to strip work permits from immigrants
The order prevents thousands from El Salvador, Sudan and Ukraine from losing work authorisation while lawsuit proceeds.
India tunnel collapse kills 10 as toxic gases hamper rescue
At least 10 people have died and 17 remain trapped after a suspected gas explosion caused a tunnel to collapse.
US agency proposes ending racial and gender workforce data collection
Republican-led EEOC proposal to end workforce diversity reporting heads to public commentary amid sharp criticism.
Can mediators broker a truce between the US and Iran?
With every new round of attacks raising political cost of compromise, analysts warn the window for peace may be closing.
Rescuers search for flood survivors in Afghanistan
Rescuers in eastern Afghanistan are searching through mud and rubble after flash floods and a landslide
Trump says he’s open to talks with Hezbollah, vows to help Lebanon
US President Trump said he is open to direct talks with Hezbollah.
Instagram on trial for allegedly harming kids
The trial between the state of Tennessee and Instagram is kicking off this week.
Netherlands to sanction trade with illegal Israeli settlements
Dutch ban on Israeli goods from occupied territory comes as efforts to implement EU-wide sanctions remain stalled.
Liverpool FC in talks to sell minority stake to Mittal-backed consortium
The consortium is led by British-Indian investor Amit Bhatia, the son-in-law of Indian steel billionaire Lakshmi Mittal.
Iranians struggle to get by amid US war and domestic woes
People are facing mounting pressures, including rising living costs, electricity cuts and bombarded infrastructure.
Police detain Rahul Gandhi at protest outside PM Modi’s home
Indian police have detained Congress leader Rahul Gandhi as he protested outside the residence of the Prime Minister.
Rescuers search for survivors amid risk of fresh floods in Afghanistan
Death toll rises to at least 23, with more than 100 people missing, as monsoon season spreads chaos across region.
Where will LeBron James go next? NBA star ‘not rushed’ to make a decision
Reports have linked James to the Golden State Warriors, the Philadelphia 76ers, the Miami Heat, or the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Lebanon’s goal to end hostilities with Israel ‘forever’, says president
Lebanese President Aoun told Trump that Lebanon's “ultimate objective” is to end hostilities with Israel “forever”.