Israeli settlers smash cars, set fires in the West Bank
Israeli settlers have rampaged through Palestinian villages and wounded several men.
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New Ukraine-Russia POW exchange possible: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is optimistic about further prisoner of war swaps between his country and Russia after talks with the US concluded.
Anguish for Cubans as power grid collapses again
More than 10 million people in Cuba have been plunged into darkness, as the national power grid collapses again, amid a US-imposed oil blockade.
Trump cheers death of former FBI chief Robert Mueller
Robert Mueller, the former FBI chief who would later investigate links between the Russian government and Trump's first election campaign, has died at 81.
Ukraine says talks on resolving war to continue in US
Ukrainian and US negotiators are holding new talks in Florida as Russian strikes on infrastructure continue leaving two people dead and thousands without power.
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Trump, Iran threaten energy targets as war escalates
Donald Trump has vowed to obliterate Iran's energy facilities if it doesn't open the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran says the waterway is open to all but "enemies".
Fire at Korean car parts factory kills 14, injures 60
South Korean rescue workers have recovered the remains of 14 people from the charred wreckage of an auto parts factory, where a fire injured at least 60.
US and Ukrainian negotiators to discuss drone deal
A Ukrainian delegation is expected to hold talks with US representatives in Miami on several topics including a potential deal on military drones.
Israel, Iran trade attacks as US sends in the Marines
The US has announced that 2500 Marines, along with an amphibious assault ship, and accompanying warships will deploy to the Middle East.
Trump calls for Japan, NATO to ‘step up’ on Iran
Donald Trump has defended the secrecy of the US campaign in Iran by invoking Japan's attack on Pearl Harbour during a meeting with the Japanese prime minister.
Zelenskiy says new Ukraine peace talks planned in US
A Ukrainian negotiating team is on its way to the United States for weekend talks, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
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Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery, blasts boom over Tehran
Israel and Iran have launched fresh attacks on each other, a day after Tehran struck an Israeli oil refinery.
Israel reopens Gaza Strip crossing amid new truce push
Some wounded residents of the Gaza Strip will be able to leave the enclave after Israeli authorities opened the Rafah crossing.
Ukraine-Russia talks paused amid Iran war: report
The Kremlin has reportedly confirmed a pause on peace talks over Ukraine, adding the Iran war could push Kyiv towards compromise.
At least 10 dead as Israel escalates strikes in Lebanon
Fears are growing that cutting off southern Lebanon from the rest of the country could pave the way for a large-scale Israeli military operations.
At least 17 die in fighting on Sudan-Chad border
Attacks on a town along Sudan's border with Chad have killed at least 17 people and injured 123, MSF says.
Iran hits back at Gulf refineries after Israeli strike
The latest escalation in the Iran war heightens the disruption of global energy supplies that has raised the political stakes for US President Donald Trump.
Pakistan and Afghan pause fighting for Eid
Bulldozers are digging pits in a cemetery in Kabul in order to bury the hundreds allegedly killed in a Pakistani air strike as both sides down arms for Eid.
Norwegian prosecutor seeks seven years prison for Hoiby
Norwegian prosecutors have demanded a jail sentence of seven years and seven months for the son of Norway's crown princess, Marius Borg Hoiby.
Hipkins ex’s allegations threaten NZ Labour’s campaign
New Zealand Labour has been rocked by allegations made by leader Chris Hipkins' ex-wife, prompting a debate around whether MPs are entitled to a private life.
Iran attacks Israel as war expands with Beirut battered
Iran has lashed out after the killing of one of its top leaders in an air strike, with attacks on its Gulf neighbours and Israel.
Attorney-General Pam Bondi subpoenaed in Epstein probe
US Attorney-General Pam Bondi has been subpoenaed for closed-door testimony on the Epstein probe, amid scrutiny of her handling of the release of the files.
Trump postpones trip to China over Iran conflict
US President Donald Trump is delaying a diplomatic trip to China that had been planned for months amid the Iran conflict.
Zelenskiy, Starmer urge continuing support for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has addressed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and MPs in London, calling Russia and Iran "brothers in hatred".
Israel says it killed Iranian security chief Larijani
Israel says it has killed senior Iranian security official Ali Larijani and Basij militia leader Gholamreza Soleimani.
Tankers ‘starting to dribble through’ strait, US says
White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett says oil tankers are starting to cross the Strait of Hormuz and the Iran war will likely end within weeks.
Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump surprised
The Israeli military says it's targeting "Iranian regime infrastructure" with a new wave of strikes across Tehran.
Hundreds killed in Pakistan airstrike on Kabul hospital
Afghanistan's Taliban government has accused Pakistan of targeting a Kabul rehabilitation hospital with airstrikes, killing more than 400 people.
Cuba’s electric grid collapses, millions without power
Around 10 million people in Cuba have been left without power after the national grid collapsed amid a US-imposed oil blockade.
UK police urge US to show full Epstein, Mandelson files
UK police are seeking access to unredacted correspondence between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein in US files, authorities say.
Hamas holds talks with peace board over Gaza Strip plan
Reports say Hamas members have met delegates from US President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" in Egypt to discuss the future of the Gaza Strip.