Britain sacks US ambassador over Epstein links
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has fired the UK's ambassador to the United States, Peter Mandelson, over his links to the convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
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UN Security Council to meet on Poland drone incursions
Russian drones that crossed into Poland were testing our response, Warsaw says, as the UN Security Council prepares to discuss a breach that alarmed Europe.
Shooter remains at large as Kirk’s body flown home
US Vice-president JD Vance has flown to Arizona with the body of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, as investigators continue searching for the shooter.
Zelenskiy discusses joint arms production with US envoy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has met US President Donald Trump's envoy Keith Kellogg in Kyiv to discuss imposing further sanctions on Russia.
US calls conviction of Brazil’s Bolsonaro a ‘witchhunt’
The conviction and sentencing of former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro over an attempted coup has been scorned by US officials.
Israel ‘doesn’t care about hostages’: Qatar’s leader
Qatar's prime minister has accused Israel of not caring about the hostages held in the Gaza Strip after its attack on Hamas leaders in Doha.
‘I think we have him’: Trump says Kirk suspect arrested
A suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has been taken into custody, US President Donald Trump says.
Russian drone attack was ‘no mistake’, Poland says
After US President Donald Trump suggested Russian drone incursions over Poland could have been accidental, Warsaw has hit back that this wasn't the case.
Accused sniper in Charlie Kirk killing awaits charges
A state governor has credited Tyler Robinson's family with bringing him to justice for the alleged shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Ex-chief justice Karki named Nepali PM after protests
Nepal's president has appointed former top court chief Sushila Karki as interim prime minister after protests that collapsed the previous administration.
Trump says patience on Putin running out, NATO beefs up
The NATO military alliance has announced plans to beef up the defence of Europe's east after Poland says it shot down Russian drones that violated its airspace.
UN overwhelmingly backs two-state idea, condemns Hamas
The United Nations General Assembly has endorsed a two-state solution to the war in the Gaza Strip and an end to Hamas control of the territory.
US in a delicate balance with allies Qatar, Israel
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Qatar's prime minister Friday before he visits Israel this weekend
Ukraine attacks major Russian refinery in drone assault
Russia says it has downed more than 361 Ukrainian drones after an attack on its Kirishi oil refinery, as Kyiv says it conducted a "successful strike".
Accused Charlie Kirk killer awaits formal charges
A memorial for assassinated right-wing activist Charlie Kirk will be held in his home state of Arizona in a week as police prepare to charge his accused killer.
Israel intensifies Gaza City bombing as Rubio arrives
Israel is pressing on with its Gaza City and West Bank plans as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives for talks following Israel's strike on Hamas in Qatar.
Defence pact elevates PNG to treaty level of US and NZ
Papua New Guinea will soon be seen as an Australian ally on the same level as New Zealand and the United States.
Ukraine launches major aerial attack on Russia refinery
Hundreds of drones were used in an overnight attack on Russia in which an oil refinery was targeted, with the war showing no sign of abating.
Gazans flee Israel bombardment as Rubio meets Netanyahu
As US Secretary of State Marco Rubio holds talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the Palestinian death toll keeps mounting.
The Pitt wins top Emmy, The Studio breaks comedy record
Emergency room saga The Pitt has been toasted as the year's best television drama while showbusiness satire The Studio was crowned best comedy at the Emmys.
UK, US to announce tech, energy deals during Trump stay
The UK hopes to cement its strong bond with the US during President Donald Trump's visit, with new tech and energy deals to be announced.
Kirk shooting suspect not co-operating with authorities
Investigators continue working to establish a motive for the killing of conservative Charlie Kirk as the suspect refuses to co-operate with authorities.
‘Gaza is burning’: Israel starts Gaza ground operation
Israel's military has confirmed the launch of its ground offensive in Gaza City, saying it is aimed at rooting out Hamas militants.
Trump begins historic state visit to UK amid protests
US President Donald Trump has arrived at Windsor Castle at the start of a two-day state visit to the UK as the guest of King Charles.
Text, note show Kirk shooter planned attack: FBI
A text message and note from the suspected shooter of right wing activist Charlie Kirk detailed his plan for the attack, the FBI says.
Congress releases alleged Trump letter to Epstein
Democrats in the US have released a suggestive letter to Jeffrey Epstein purportedly signed by President Donald Trump, which he has denied.
Thailand’s Thaksin jailed for a year after court ruling
A Thai court has ordered influential former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra serve a year in jail, saying the enforcement of his penalty wasn't done properly.
Blast heard in Qatar as Israel targets Hamas leadership
Israel's military says it has carried out an air strike targeting Hamas leaders, without saying where, while blasts were heard in the Qatari capital Doha.
France’s Macron seeks new PM after government’s fall
France's government has toppled in a confidence vote, a new crisis that obliges President Emmanuel Macron to search for his fifth prime minister in two years.
Israel targets Hamas leadership in strikes on Qatar
Qatar has condemned a suspected Israeli air strike in the country's capital Doha, which targeted the leadership of Hamas, as a violation of international law.
Macron names loyalist Lecornu as new French PM
French President Macron has appointed 39-year-old defence minister Sebastien Lecornu as the country's new prime minister.