US judge dismisses federal Trump 2020 election case
The latest legal move represents a remarkable shift from the special prosecutor who obtained indictments against Donald Trump in two separate cases.
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Four bodies recovered from Egypt capsized tourist boat
Four bodies have been recovered and five more people have been rescued after a tourist boat capsized off Egypt's Red Sea coast.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds in first hours
A ceasefire accord has cleared the way for an end to a conflict across the Israeli-Lebanese border that was ignited by the larger Gaza war in 2023.
Troubled New Caledonia at ‘turning point’: New Zealand
Veteran Kiwi foreign minister Winston Peters has travelled to Paris to deliver a speech urging France to consider new constitutional futures for New Caledonia.
Russia accelerates advance in Ukraine’s east
Russian forces that control 18 per cent of Ukraine are advancing at their fastest pace since early 2022, according to analysts.
Police arrest 1000 amid Pakistan demos over ex-PM Khan
Almost 1000 supporters of jailed former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan have been arrested following clashes in Islamabad.
Lebanese returning as Israel-Hezbollah truce holds
Displaced Lebanese people have been heading toward home, as an Israeli-Hezbollah truce is hailed as a 'first ray of hope' by the UN chief.
US urges Ukraine to draft 18-year-olds to bolster ranks
A senior US official wants the Ukrainian government to increase the size of its army by drafting more troops and allowing for the conscription of 18-year-olds.
Trump cabinet picks ‘targeted’ with threats, swatting
The FBI says it is investigating several bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting incoming nominees and appointees of US president-elect Donald Trump.
Trump selects special envoy for Ukraine and Russia
Incoming US President Donald Trump has chosen one of the architects of an 'America First' policy, to serve as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia.
Russia hits Ukraine energy facilities in massive attack
A massive attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure by Russia has cut power to more than one million people across the country.
Israel, Hezbollah accused of violating 60-day ceasefire
Hours after Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a 60-day ceasefire, both sides are accusing the other of violating the pact.
Jets bomb northwest Syria areas held by Islamist rebels
Russia and Syria have joined forces to bomb the rebel-held northwest of Syria, and push back an insurgent offensive.
NZ Navy report finds Manawanui sinking ‘human error’
Human error was behind the sinking of New Zealand Navy vessel Manawanui, which crashed into a Samoan reef in October.
UK MPs give initial support to assisted dying bill
A bill to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales has passed in parliament, setting up months of further debate on the issue.
Ukraine commander vows to boost troops on eastern front
Ukrainian forces are continuing to repel Russian advances on the country's eastern front, army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi says.
Medics report 19 dead as Israeli tanks leave Gaza camp
Medics say they have recovered 19 bodies of Palestinians killed in northern areas of Nuseirat as Israeli tanks withdrew from some parts of the refugee camp.
Leader of an Irish party gives birth on election day
Voters across Ireland have headed to the polls in a parliamentary election to decide the next government, with the leader of an opposition party giving birth.
FBI probes bomb threats to lawmakers, Trump nominees
The US government and FBI are looking into a series of hoax threats aimed at Democratic politicians and some of Donald Trump's cabinet picks.
Russia has right to defend against Ukraine: Kim Jong-un
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un says 'the West made Kyiv authorities attack Russia's territory' and Russia should take action, according to state media.
Syria’s Aleppo a battleground again as rebels take hold
Islamist insurgents have stormed Syria's northwestern city of Aleppo, as the nation's military makes plans for a counteroffensive.
Israeli strikes kill 15 in Gaza, looting hampers aid
Two children have been killed in an Israeli strike on an encampment in Gaza, medics say, as looting halts aid deliveries through Kerem Shalom crossing.
Ukraine says war has damaged most civilian airports
The Ukrainian military says heavy fighting is occurring along the front lines in the eastern Donbas region as Russia continues to launch attacks.
Donald Trump taps loyalist Kash Patel as FBI head
Donald Trump has named loyalist Kash Patel as FBI head, turning to a fierce loyalist to upend the top US law enforcement agency.
Georgia protesters in third night of demonstrations
Police in Georgia have used heavy force to crack down on people protesting the government's decision to suspend negotiations to join the European Union.
Top EU officials visit Ukraine in show of solidarity
Three major European Union officials are visiting Ukraine as the country's forces struggle to fend off a grinding Russian offensive.
Georgian protesters block road to port: reports
Protesters opposed to the Georgian government's suspension of talks to join the European Union have reportedly blocked access to a major commercial port.
At least 25 dead as Syrian, Russian jets bomb rebels
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has vowed to crush jihadist rebels who had swept into the city of Aleppo in the country's northwest.
Egypt hosts Hamas in new Gaza Strip ceasefire push
A US official has talked up the chances of a potential ceasefire and hostage deal in the Gaza Strip as a Hamas delegation visits Egypt.
Defiant Georgian president seeks Europe’s support
As protesters continue to clash with police in Georgia, the president is appealing to Europe to confront her own government and alleged Russian interference.
Joe Biden pardons son Hunter despite saying he wouldn’t
President Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter, sparing him a possible prison sentence and reversing his promises not to use the power to benefit his family.