Ukrainian drones target Russian nuclear, oil facilities
Officials in several Russian regions have reported major Ukrainian drone strikes targeting energy infrastructure, including a nuclear power site.
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DR Congo rebels take control of largest city’s airport
Protesters in the Democratic Republic of Congo have attacked the embassies of several countries in the capital Kinshasa amid clashes in the city of Goma.
Selloff eases as China’s DeepSeek triggers AI rethink
Chinese startup DeepSeek is making waves after launching a free AI assistant it says uses less data at a fraction of the cost of incumbent firms' models.
Trump fires officials who worked for prosecutor Smith
The US Justice Department says officials who worked on the case prosecuting President Donald Trump for mishandling documents can't be trusted.
World leaders listen to Auschwitz survivors 80 years on
Leaders attending Auschwitz on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi death camp have heard Holocaust survivors warn of the dangers of intolerance.
Gaza residents stream home after hostage breakthrough
Gaza Strip residents have expressed joy at being allowed to return to their homes in the north of the region and expressed determination to rebuild their lives.
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels enter DR Congo’s Goma city
M23 rebels have entered the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with the country's military clashing with Rwandan troops on the border.
Ukraine replaces commander, says Russian drones downed
Ukraine replacing is eastern front commander will strengthen the country's forces, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says following a Russian advance in the region.
Auschwitz survivors mark 80th anniversary of liberation
As far-right rhetoric gains ground across Europe, world leaders are joining survivors at the 80th anniversary of the Auschwitz Nazi death camp liberation.
Russia says it has captured strategic town in Ukraine
Russia's defence ministry has claimed the first major victory of 2025 for its forces in Ukraine, saying a key town in the east has fallen.
Tariffs on hold as Colombia, US reach deportations deal
US President Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs and sanctions on Colombia is on hold after the South American nation agreed to accept deported migrants.
Lukashenko on track to win with 88% in Belarus election
Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko, who has ruled since 1994, is on the cusp of securing a five-year term, in an election the West dubbed a sham.
Lebanon-Israel truce extended to Feb 18: White House
The White House says an agreement between Israel and Lebanon will continue until mid-February, pushing back the deadline for Israeli forces to withdraw.
Gaza residents return home after hostage breakthrough
An agreement has been reached to release an Israeli civilian hostage and allow Palestinians to return to northern Gaza.
South Korea’s President Yoon indicted for insurrection
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol could face years in prison for his martial law decree after being indicted on charges of leading an insurrection.
Three dead as Israel misses Lebanon ceasefire deadline
Israeli forces have killed three people and put up roadblocks in south Lebanon as residents try to return, Lebanese officials say.
Trump criticised for ‘purge’ of independent watchdogs
Democrats and others criticise President Donald Trump for firing independent watchdogs at multiple government agencies in a letter citing "changing priorities".
Elon Musk joins German far right party event by video
Elon Musk made a cameo at a German far right political party's campaign event, while tens of thousands of protesters rallied in Berlin against extremist views.
Zelenskiy hopes Europe, US will join peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for Europe and the United States to be involved in any peace talks to end the war with Russia.
Call for stationing EU troops in Greenland
A top European Union military official is in favour of stationing European Union soldiers in Greenland.
Senate confirms Noem as Trump’s homeland security chief
The Senate has confirmed Kristi Noem as homeland security boss, putting the South Dakota governor in charge of an agency set to clamp down on illegal migration.
Israel releases 200 Palestinian prisoners
Israeli authorities say they have released 200 Palestinian prisoners and detainees as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal.
Fire-ravaged Los Angeles braces for toxic rain runoff
There are fears that hazardous chemicals belched from burning homes and cars in the Los Angeles wildfires will make it into runoff when it rains.
Hamas release four Israeli hostages in second swap
Hamas has released four young female Israeli soldiers after more than 15 months in captivity.
With rain in forecast, LA hopeful of firefight progress
With Santa Ana winds dropping and rain forecast, weary Californian firefighters are hoping to advance in their quest to quench the state's remaining wildfires.
Trump considers scrapping FEMA, pledges disaster help
After touring disaster-hit North Carolina and Los Angeles, Donald Trump says he's considering getting rid of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Sudanese army claims major victory in Khartoum
Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has rejected the Sudanese army's claims it has advanced as "propaganda", as the two-year war continues.
S Korea rejects request to extend Yoon’s detention
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yoel will be released later in January after a court rejected the prosecutor's request for an extension.
Fires fought as devastated Los Angeles picks up pieces
Emergency services tackle a new fire north of Los Angeles and continuing blazes that have devastated the area as California approves billions of dollars in aid.
Tents pitched as Gazan families return to ruined homes
Hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians are expected to return to ruined homes in Gaza where tents are being pitched amid widespread devastation.
Putin is ready to hold talks with Trump, Kremlin says
Russia is ready for a mutually respectful dialogue with US President Donald Trump, the Kremlin says.