Make nuclear deal or fear ‘far worse’, Trump warns Iran
Donald Trump says a "massive armada" is bound for Iran, which must make a nuclear deal, while Iran's foreign minister says the nation's armed forces are ready.
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Russian strikes across Ukraine kills couple near Kyiv
Another two people have died as Russia's aerial bombardment of Ukraine continues, with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy saying Kyiv will respond in kind.
Greenland says region needs more surveillance, security
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen acknowledges a need for increased security in the region because of Russia.
Almost 40 dead as winter storm lingers across US
Almost 200 million Americans remain under some form of winter cold warning, as temperatures plunge to minus 14C in some areas.
Russia attacks kill five on train, three in Odesa: Kyiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has condemned as "terrorism" a Russian drone attack on a train that officials say killed five people.
ICE chief must explain poor handling of detainees:judge
The chief federal judge in Minnesota says the Trump administration has failed to comply due process for detained immigrants.
School materials enter Gaza after two year block
Hundreds of thousands of children in Gaza will finally be provided with pencils and pens as part of a UN push to priotise their education.
‘Mother of all deals’: India, EU seal trade agreement
After nearly two decades of on-off negotiations, a trade deal between India and the European Union has been sealed, according to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
France pushes Aussie-style ban for kids on social media
President Emmanuel Macron is urging France to follow Australia's world-first ban on young teenagers and children using social media.
Trump indicates thaw in immigration crackdown crisis
Donald Trump has flagged he could wind down the immigration crackdown in Minnesota as outrage intensifies after a federal agent killed a second protester.
Russian strike on Ukraine city causes power outages
Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy sector are continuing "round-the-clock" as the second largest city of Kharkiv is plunged into darkness.
Israel retrieves remains of the last Gaza Strip hostage
The remains of the last Israeli hostage in Gaza have been found, paving the way for the reopening of the enclave's Rafah border crossing with Egypt.
Conservative MP Braverman defects to Farage’s Reform UK
Former UK Conservative home secretary Suella Braverman has announced she is switching her allegiance to the Reform party.
Mass shooting after soccer game in Mexico kills 11
An armed attack in the Mexican city of Salamanca has killed 11 people in the state of Guanajuato, one of the most dangerous regions in Mexico.
US govt digs in on ICE shooting, despite video evidence
The US government's official line over the death of a nurse in Minneapolis, shot by ICE agents, has provoked anger and protest.
Israeli ‘large scale operation’ to find last hostage
The Israeli military says a large-scale operation is ongoing to find the remains of Ran Gvili in the Gaza Strip.
US security guarantees are 100 per cent ready: Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says a document outlining US security guarantees for his country is ready to sign.
Italy fury at Swiss bar owner release ‘understandable’
Swiss President Guy Parmelin says he understands outrage among Italian politicians about the release of the owner of a bar where a deadly fire broke out.
Syria extends ceasefire with Kurdish forces by 15 days
There's a respite amid mounting tensions in Syria as a ceasefire with Kurdish-led troops has been extended for 15 days.
Israel urged to move into Gaza ceasefire’s next phase
Egypt is pushing for the Rafah crossing to open as US envoys meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging him to advance the ceasefire in Gaza
Trump praises UK troops after NATO Afghan comments fury
US President Donald Trump has praised UK troops in a social media post after a call with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
Italy recalls envoy after Swiss bar fire suspect freed
Italy's prime minister has called the release on bail of the owner of a Swiss bar that caught fire "an affront to the memory of the victims".
Tension mounts in Minneapolis after man shot dead
Tension is mounting in Minneapolis after a man was shot dead by a federal officer in the second such incident in the US city this month.
Trump threatens Canada with tariffs over any China deal
US President Donald Trump has threatened Canada with tariffs to prevent closer economic co-operation between the neighbouring country and China.
Air attack knocks out power for a million Ukrainians
Russia has launched another vast attack on Ukraine's energy system, rocking Kyiv with explosions overnight, leaving 1.2 million properties without power.
Syrian, Kurdish forces mass as truce deadline looms
Syrian troops and Kurdish forces are poised on front lines ahead of a possible showdown in northern Syria as a truce deadline looms.
Outcry as Swiss bar owner released on bail after fire
Italy's prime minister has called the decision to release a Swiss bar owner charged over a deadly fire an "insult" to the victims' families.
Mangione appears in court in CEO killing case hearing
Luigi Mangione's US federal murder trial in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson will begin with jury selection in early September, a judge says.
Danish PM visits Greenland as officials talk in US
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has visited Greenland as representatives from Denmark, Greenland and the United States met in Washington DC.
Russia attacks Ukraine’s two largest cities: official
At least one person has been killed in attacks on Ukraine's two largest cities as officials from Ukraine, Russia and the US meet in the United Arab Emirates.
Japan’s PM calls snap election after 3 months in office
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has dissolved the lower house of parliament, paving the way for a snap election.