‘Last warning’: Trump issues Hamas hostage ultimatum
US President Donald Trump has asked Hamas militants to immediately release all hostages held in Gaza in what he called his "last warning" to them.
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Pope rests on peaceful night of third week in hospital
The Vatican says Pope Francis is resting on Thursday after a peaceful night during his third week of hospital treatment for double pneumonia.
Trump gives automakers short exemption from new tariffs
President Donald Trump is granting a one-month exemption on his stiff new tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada for US automakers.
China slaps retaliatory tariffs on US farm products
China has announced it will levy 15 per cent tariffs on imports of US chicken, corn, and other farm products and 10 per cent on soy and others.
Arab states adopt alternative to Trump’s ‘Gaza Riviera’
Arab leaders have backed a postwar plan for Gaza allowing Palestinians to remain, in a counterproposal to Donald Trump's vision of a beach destination.
Trump triggers trade war with Canada, China and Mexico
President Donald Trump has launched a trade war against the US's three biggest trading partners, drawing immediate retaliation from Mexico, Canada and China.
Zelenskiy wants peace and ready to talk, Trump says
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy has written to Donald Trump saying he willing to return to the negotiating table with Russia, the president says.
Polling on Trump’s second presidency not so great again
A poll shows US President Donald Trump's approval ratings are below 40 per cent on a range of issues including the economy, foreign policy and corruption.
Two dead, suspect held after car hits crowd in Germany
Police say a suspect is in custody and at least two people have died after a driver rammed a car into a crowd in western Germany.
Trump halts all US military aid to Ukraine after clash
US President Donald Trump has paused all military aid to Ukraine following his clash in the White House with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Hamas says Israel pushing things back ‘to square one’
Hamas has accused the Israeli government of trying to push things back to square one by asking to extend the first phase of their ceasefire agreement.
Pope on ventilation after respiratory problems: Vatican
Pope Francis has been put back on non-invasive mechanical ventilation after two episodes of "acute respiratory insufficiency," the Vatican says.
Stocks tumble as Trump locks in Canada, Mexico tariffs
US President Donald Trump's taxes on imports from Mexico and Canada is sparking fears of a North American trade war that will hike inflation and hinder growth.
Kurdish PKK militia declares ceasefire with Turkey
Kurdish militant group the PKK has declared a ceasefire in its 40-year conflict with Turkey, heeding its jailed leader's call for disarmament.
UK, France to present Ukraine deal to Trump: Starmer
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the UK and France will work with Ukraine to stop fighting and will discuss the plan with the US going forward.
Pope stable, resting after peaceful night, Vatican says
The Vatican says Pope Francis remains in a stable condition after a respiratory crisis.
Israel says it has ceased goods and supplies into Gaza
Israel stops the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip after the first phase of the ceasefire deal ended without agreement on continuing a second phase.
Kurdish PKK militants declare ceasefire with Turkey
Kurdish militants who have waged a 40-year insurgency in southeastern Turkey have declared a ceasefire.
Charli XCX wins top prizes at BRIT Awards
Charli XCX has picked up five prizes, including artist of the year, best dance act and song of the year at Britain's pop music honours, the BRIT Awards.
Pope Francis off ventilation and stable, Vatican says
The Pope is stable and off mechanical ventilation, the Vatican says, signalling he's overcome risks from a respiratory crisis as he recovers from pneumonia.
Israel criticised for blocking aid to Gaza
Egypt and Qatar accuse Israel of violating humanitarian law by using starvation as a weapon after it blocked the entry of all food and other supplies into Gaza.
Zelenskiy says he can salvage relationship with US
European leaders have committed to beef up military spending as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he can salvage his relationship with Donald Trump.
NZ volcano owners cleared over 2019 eruption liability
New Zealand's High Court has cleared the three owners of offshore volcano Whakaari for liability for deaths and harm from a 2019 eruption.
Russia, US hold talks: Putin says contacts inspire hope
The US and Russia have held talks focused on conditions for each other's diplomats, providing an early test of their ability to reset wider relations.
Zelenskiy, Trump argue in front of media at White House
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump have argued in front of reporters and cameras in the Oval Office.
Pope Francis rests after alarming setback in recovery
Pope Francis has had a peaceful night after a coughing fit that worried doctors after days of cautious optimism as he recovers from double pneumonia.
Israel, Hamas diverge on ceasefire as first phase ends
The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas has halted 15 months of fighting and paved the way for talks on ending the war.
Gene Hackman likely died nine days before he was found
Preliminary autopsy results didn't determine how Gene Hackman and his wife died, but did rule out that they were killed by carbon monoxide poisoning.
Trump, Zelenskiy clash in extraordinary White House row
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine won't enter peace talks with Russia until it has security guarantees against another offensive.
US officials tells workers they can ignore Musk’s email
Elon Musk's has doubled down on demands US federal employees explain their recent accomplishments or risk getting fired.
UK to up army spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP, cut aid
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says spending on the military will be increased while funds for foreign aid will be cut.