British TV presenter Mosley found dead on Greek island
A body has been found believed to be that of Michael Mosley days after the British TV doctor went missing after going for a walk on a Greek island.
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Israel pounds Gaza as hostage rescue death toll mounts
The Palestinian death toll has risen above 270 from a raid by Israeli forces that rescued four hostages held by Hamas since its attack in October.
Relief for the families of four hostages freed in Gaza
Freed Israeli hostage Noa Argamani was able to communicate with her terminally ill hospitalised mother, who they believe understands that her daughter is home.
Attacks in Russian-occupied Ukraine leave 28 dead
Partially occupied Luhansk and Kherson have declared days of mourning after Ukrainian air strikes killed 28.
200 Gazans die as Israel rescues four hostages
More than 200 Palestinians died as Israel staged a raid to liberate four hostages from the central Gaza Strip.
Russia doesn’t need nuclear weapons to succeed: Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has given his strongest signal yet that a nuclear strike is not on the cards, saying it isn't necessary for victory in Ukraine.
Prosecution rests in Hunter Biden’s criminal gun trial
As Hunter Biden's prosecution case rested, his lawyers asked for his criminal gun trial judge to acquit him, saying the evidence didn't support a conviction.
Sunak apologises for leaving D-Day commemorations early
Criticism mounts on Rishi Sunak for leaving early from D-Day commemorations in France as the British prime minister fights an election campaign.
Kremlin says Ukraine’s backers will face consequences
Countries that provide weapons to Ukraine that will be fired into Russia may have their enemies receive Russian arms, the Kremlin has suggested.
Israeli forces batter Gaza as truce bid reaches impasse
Parts of Gaza have been blasted by Israeli tanks and warplanes with no sign of progress in ceasefire talks as civilians continue to pay the price.
Hunter Biden’s sister-in-law describes finding his gun
The widow of Hunter Biden's brother has told jurors about the moment she found his revolver in the console of his truck.
Marking D-Day, Biden vows continued Ukraine support
French President Emmanuel Macron and US President Joe Biden have marked the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings with veterans.
World leaders, veterans mark D-Day’s 80th anniversary
The sun has risen again over Normandy beaches where soldiers fought and died exactly 80 years ago on D-Day.
Sun rises over Normandy on D-Day’s 80th anniversary
The sun has risen again over Normandy beaches where soldiers fought and died exactly 80 years ago on D-Day.
Israeli jets strike school killing 27: Gaza media
Israeli officials say there will be no halt to fighting during talks while a Hamas leader has insisted a truce must involve a full end to the Gaza war.
Russia could send missiles closer to West, Putin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the West is wrong to assume Russia would never use nuclear weapons.
WHO confirms first fatal human case of bird flu A(H5N2)
The World Health Organisation says a death related to a confirmed human case of infection with A(H5N2) subtype of bird flu is the first of its kind globally.
Guterres calls for tax on profits of fossil fuel firms
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called for urgent action to avert "climate hell".
Indian PM Modi to be sworn in for third time on June 8
The party of incumbent Prime Minister Narendra Modi has declared victory in India's parliamentary elections, although it has lost its outright majority.
Hunter Biden’s ex-wife describes his drug use at trial
Hunter Biden's former wife has testified in his US federal gun trial as prosecutors seek to show the depths of his drug problem.
Allies progressing on using Russian assets for Ukraine
The United States and its Group of Seven partners are advancing discussions on how to deliver an even larger amount of funds to Ukraine now.
Security tightened in China for Tiananmen anniversary
Authorities in China have restricted access to Beijing's Tiananmen Square on the 35th anniversary of the crackdown on protesters.
Netanyahu religious coalition parties back hostage deal
Two ultra-Orthodox Jewish parties in Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition say they are open to a prospective deal to free hostages in Gaza.
India’s Modi heading to majority but no landslide win
Nearly one billion people were eligible to vote in India's seven-week national elections with a strong win predicted for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Security tight on 35th Tiananmen crackdown anniversary
Decades after a crackdown in Beijing's Tiananmen Square, rights activists say the demonstrators' original goals - including a free press - remain distant.
India’s Modi eyes biggest win yet as vote count begins
Nearly one billion people were eligible to vote in the seven-week national elections in India, with a strong win predicted for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Russia intercepts 20 Ukrainian drones in Kursk: report
Vladimir Putin has vowed Russian troops - who are advancing on some front lines - will not stop until they meet the goals of the "special military operation".
US seeks UN backing for proposed Gaza ceasefire deal
A US text draft has called on Hamas to accept its proposed ceasefire deal and "fully and implement its terms without delay and without condition".
Ex-Pakistan PM Khan acquitted in state secrets case
Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan's lawyer says a high court has overturned a conviction on charges of leaking state secrets.
Trump says jail time may be ‘tough for public to take’
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump says he would accept home confinement or jail time if that is the sentence he receives in July.
US plan not a good deal but Israel accepts it: PM aide
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's advisor says Israel has accepted a "flawed" framework deal for winding down the Gaza war being advanced by the US.