US ‘not going to rush’ trade deals ahead of deadline
With the threat of US tariffs looming, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says his government is more focused on the quality of trade deals, not their timing.
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Trump is ‘disappointed but not done’ with Putin
President Donald Trump remains unhappy with Vladimir Putin's resistance to US-led peace efforts over Ukraine but says he hasn't given up on the Russian leader.
Kremlin reacts icily to Trump warnings over Ukraine
President Donald Trump's new weapons for Ukraine and trade threats to Russia have met a chilly response from the Kremlin and blunter words from other quarters.
Trump touts deal with Indonesia, flags pharma tariffs
President Donald Trump says he has agreed to a tariff deal on goods entering the US from Indonesia.
Trump says Ukraine should not target Moscow
US President Donald Trump has rejected reports that he asked Ukrainian forces to strike deep inside Russia.
UN says 875 Palestinians killed near Gaza aid sites
The United Nations says more than 800 people have been killed trying to access aid in Gaza.
Russia pounds Kyiv with more missiles and drones
Ukraine's capital has been hit by more Russian strikes a day after the heaviest aerial attack of the war, as Moscow continues its ramped-up air offensive.
Israeli strike hits near Gaza clinic as talks drag on
Israeli strikes have pounded the Gaza Strip, killing at least 34 Palestinians including people outside a medical centre, as a ceasefire deal remains far off.
Trump says US will supply weapons to Ukraine via NATO
For the first time since returning to office, Donald Trump will send weapons to Ukraine under a presidential power frequently used by his predecessor.
Netanyahu hopes hostage deal can be done in a few days
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says 50 hostages are still being held captive by Hamas. Of that figure, only 20 are believed to be alive.
Brazil’s Lula pledges retaliation to Trump tariffs
"If there's no negotiation, the law of reciprocity will be put into practice," Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva says of the US tariffs.
Secret Service agents punished over Trump shoot attempt
The US Secret Service "has taken many steps to ensure such an event can never be repeated," it says of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump.
Russian drones strike Ukraine’s second-largest city
A drone attack has battered Ukraine's second-largest city as Russia's intensified air campaign brings renewed urgency to improve the nation's air defences.
EU waits as Trump keeps world guessing on tariff plans
European Union officials believe they may receive a letter from US President Donald Trump outlining tariff levels for the bloc.
Ukraine army to work with US envoy next week: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he has been promised new arms deliveries from the United States and European allies.
Fallout over non-release of Epstein files escalates
The fallout from the Epstein files is cascading, further roiling a Justice Department and FBI that have struggled to appease the demands of Donald Trump's base.
Fires force evacuations of Grand Canyon, other US parks
Two national parks in the US West have been evacuated as hot temperatures and gusty winds feed the flames of wildfires that are only partly contained.
Air India crash report reveals pilot’s engine confusion
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed immediately began to lose thrust and sink after taking off, a preliminary report has found.
Gaza truce talks reportedly faltering over withdrawal
The withdrawal of Israeli troops, aid and guarantees for ending the war in Gaza are proving obstacles as talks aimed at securing a ceasefire continue.
Five children killed in blast while playing football
Five children playing soccer in Taiz province were killed after an explosive detonated in the area, eyewitnesses say.
Russia hammers west Ukraine with drones and missiles
Russia launched 597 drones and 26 missiles, killing two people and wounding 20, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Iran to cooperate with IAEA, inspections may be risky
Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran will comply with IAEA inspectors of bombed nuclear sites, but the risk of spreading radioactive material was "serious".
Gaza truce talks falter, 17 die in latest aid shooting
With week-long truce talks looking gridlocked, another food and aid distribution point has been targeted by Israeli fire, killing 17.
Trump defends Bondi amid backlash over Epstein files
Donald Trump has urged supporters to focus on MAGA unity as conservative figures criticise his administration over the Jeffrey Epstein findings.
Israeli missile hits Gaza children collecting water
Several people have been killed at a Gaza Strip water distribution site in an Israeli attack that the military says fell "dozens of metres from the target".
Trump says US will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine
Donald Trump says he will sell Patriot missile systems to the EU, which will give them to Ukraine which desperately needs them to shoot down Russian fire.
SKorea trade envoy hoping for deal with US by deadline
South Korea is racing to reach a compromise trade pact in the hope of avoiding a 25 per cent tariff slapped on exports by US President Donald Trump.
Search for Texas flood victims paused amid heavy rain
Emergency crews have temporarily suspended the search for victims of catastrophic flooding in Texas, amid fears the final death toll could reach 300.
Trump to make unprecedented second state visit to UK
Buckingham Palace has announced the King and Queen will host Donald Trump at Windsor Castle for an unprecedented second state visit to the UK.
Envoy meets Zelenskiy as US pledges missiles to Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has met Donald Trump's Ukraine envoy in Kyiv as the US promises Patriot missiles and Trump readies a "major statement" on Russia.
Russia faces tariffs within 50 days over Ukraine: Trump
US President Donald Trump says he will implement tariffs against Russia if there is no deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days.