At least six dead in suspected Tel Aviv terror attack
Two Palestinians were shot dead after going on a deadly killing spree on Tel Aviv's light rail system, killing six and wounding nine others, Israel says.
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Israel beefs up forces on Lebanon border
The Israeli military says regular infantry and armoured units are joining its ground operations in Lebanon, where forces are clashing with Hezbollah fighters.
US sees signs of imminent Iran air strike on Israel
If Iran is planning to launch a ballistic missile attack on Israel, it had better prepare to face the consequences, the US has warned.
Russia captures Vuhledar after two years of resistance
The Ukrainian military says it is pulling out of Vuhledar in eastern Ukraine after more than two years of intense fighting.
Walz, Vance to spar in US vice presidential debate
Tim Walz is expected to target JD Vance's past comments and false claims on immigrants when the US vice presidential candidates face off in a televised debate.
‘I pled guilty to journalism’: Assange breaks silence
In his first public remarks since he was released from prison, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange says he was freed because he "pled guilty to journalism".
Japan’s new PM unveils cabinet ahead of snap election
Shigeru Ishiba has been confirmed as Fumio Kishida's successor as prime minister of Japan, appointing allies and rivals to his cabinet.
Putin orders conscription of 133,000 Russian servicemen
Some 133,000 men between 18 and 30 are to be conscripted in Russia in coming months, according to a Kremlin decree.
Biden to visit storm-ravaged North Carolina
More than 100 deaths have been reported since Hurricane Helene crossed the US coast, with President Joe Biden set to survey the damage in North Carolina.
Trump suspect pleads not guilty to planning shooting
A man accused of hiding in the bushes with a rifle as Donald Trump played golf in Florida has pleaded not guilty to his attempted assassination.
Israel says Lebanon raids target Hezbollah strongholds
The Israeli military says it has begun a "limited, localised" operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, carrying out targeted ground raids.
Sudan army denies it bombed UAE ambassador’s residence
The United Arab Emirates claims the Sudan army is responsible for bombing the resident of its ambassador.
At least 90 dead as US recovers after Hurricane Helene
The arduous clean-up and recovery begins after Hurricane Helene left a trail of devastation in the southeastern US and killed at least 90 people.
Harris ‘mentally impaired’, should be prosecuted: Trump
Donald Trump is escalating his personal attacks on Kamala Harris, by repeating an insult that she was "mentally impaired" and saying she should be prosecuted.
Ukraine army attacks nuclear plant substation: Russia
Authorities at the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station have accused Ukrainian forces of attacking an electricity substation.
Hezbollah ready for any Israeli land invasion: deputy
Hezbollah will fight any Israeli ground invasion of Lebanon, its deputy has vowed in his first address since much of the group's top commanders were wiped out.
Ukrainian drone attack sparks fires across Russia
Ukrainian drones have caused a wildfire and set a unit block alight in one of the largest drone barrages seen over Russian skies since Moscow's invasion began.
Trump ramps up dark rhetoric against immigrants, Harris
In his latest rally in Wisconsin, Donald Trump called Kamala Harris "mentally impaired" and "mentally disabled", and made more false statements.
Russian attack kills judge, others in Kharkiv: Ukraine
A judge of the Supreme Court of Ukraine has been killed in a Russian drone attack, local officials say.
Israel pounds Lebanon after killing Hezbollah’s leader
Israel has hammered Hezbollah with more air strikes in Lebanon after killing leader Hassan Nasrallah and a number of other top commanders.
China, Brazil push Ukraine plan despite Zelenskiy’s ire
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says the international community should support an international peace conference involving both Russia and Ukraine.
Harris visits US-Mexico border, slams Trump’s lies
At the US-Mexico border, Kamala Harris has accused Donald Trump of "fanning the flames of fear and division" over the impact of immigrants on American life.
Houthis say they attacked three US warships in Red Sea
A spokesman for the Houthi rebels says the Yemeni group's operations will not halt until Israel's offensives in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon stop.
Hezbollah confirms leader killed in Israeli air strike
Hezbollah has confirmed its leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah has been killed as Israel launches a fresh wave of air strikes on Beirut and Lebanon's Bekaa Valley.
Israel says it has hit Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut
The Israeli military says it has struck the central headquarters of Hezbollah in the Lebanese capital Beirut.
Trump to meet Zelenskiy after Harris pledges support
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for the first time since his term as US leader ended in 2021.
Sudan army open to peace if it ends RSF ‘occupation’
Sudan's army has launched a push to regain ground in the capital Khartoum as General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan addressed the United Nations.
Russian drones attack Ukraine energy sector: officials
Russian officials say forces have attacked Ukrainian facilities supplying electricity to the weapon industry as local authorities say a woman was killed.
Israel to continue Lebanon ceasefire talks: Netanyahu
Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange heavy fire as major powers press for a ceasefire in an escalation that has claimed hundreds of lives.
Palestinian President Abbas urges UN to stop Gaza war
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has told the United Nations that the "madness" in the Gaza Strip cannot continue.
New York mayor Adams charged in Turkey bribery scheme
New York City mayor Eric Adams faces charges he secured bribes from foreigners and illegal campaign contributions in exchange for favours.