Trump urged Zelenskiy to make concessions to Russia
Donald Trump pushed Volodymyr Zelenskiy to cede territory to Russia and refused to send Tomahawks to Ukraine during a tense White House meeting, sources say.
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Colombian president a ‘drug leader’, says Trump
President Donald Trump accused Colombian President Gustavo Petro of being an "illegal drug leader", saying the US will halt payments to the country.
Andrew asked police to help smear abuse accuser: report
UK police are investigating whether Prince Andrew asked a police officer to find damaging information on Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual assault.
Russia renews strikes on Ukraine despite Trump’s call
Russian fighter jets have dropped a series of guided bombs overnight on Ukrainian cities, primarily targeting the war-ravaged nation's energy infrastructure.
Gaza ceasefire, aid to resume after airstrikes kill 26
Israel says the Gaza ceasefire has resumed after its military launched deadly air strikes after militants killed two Israeli soldiers in the enclave.
Anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests bring street party vibe
Demonstrations against Donald Trump attracted huge crowds across the US as the "No Kings" movement protested against what it sees as his authoritarian policies.
Ship off the coast of Yemen ablaze after being struck
The British military says a ship has caught fire in the Gulf of Aden off Yemen after being struck by a projectile, but the Houthi rebels are yet to claim it.
Trump reluctant to send Kyiv Tomahawk missiles
Volodymyr Zelenskiy went to the White House looking for weapons to keep fighting Russia, but met a US president more intent on brokering a peace deal.
Hamas hands over another Israeli hostage’s body
Israel has received the coffin of another missing hostage which was handed over to the Red Cross by Hamas.
Prince Andrew gives up his Duke of York title
Prince Andrew has stopped using his remaining titles and honours and will no longer be known as the Duke of York, completing his banishment from royal life.
Putin’s Budapest visit awkward spectacle for EU, NATO
Russian leader Vladimir Putin's upcoming visit to EU and NATO member Hungary will be awkward for many of Ukraine's European allies.
John Bolton pleads not guilty in classified info case
John Bolton has pleaded not guilty to charges accusing him of sharing classified information.
Colonel sworn in as Madagascar president after coup
The commander of an elite army unit is now Madagascar's president, days after seizing power in a military coup following weeks of protests mainly by youth.
Anangu leaders meet King to mark Uluru handback
A group of Anangu Traditional Owners have spoken with King Charles at Australia House in the United Kingdom.
Zelenskiy to seek US missiles in shadow of Putin summit
The surprise announcement of a US-Russia summit casts doubt on prospects of Ukraine getting Tomahawk missiles when its leader meets with President Donald Trump.
Israel, Hamas trade blame over truce violations
Israel remains committed to a ceasefire deal, and is urging Hamas to return the bodies of deceased hostages yet to be handed over.
Afghanistan blames Pakistan for twin drone strikes
Afghan authorities say Pakistani forces carried out two drone strikes on Kabul on the previous day.
Embattled French PM survives no-confidence votes
France has avoided further political chaos after its prime minister survived votes of no confidence in parliament, with a hard job ahead on the nation's budget.
Prince ‘felt entitled’ to have sex with Giuffre: memoir
A posthumous memoir by Virginia Giuffre accuses Prince Andrew of being "entitled - as if he believed having sex with me was his birthright".
Trump ready to meet with Xi in South Korea: Bessent
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says President Donald Trump is ready to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Israel and Hamas trade blame over Gaza truce violations
The return of the bodies of all hostages remains a point of tension between Israel and Hamas as aid trucks roll into Gaza and a crossing prepares to reopen.
Madagascar coup leader to be ‘sworn in as president’
The leader of Madagascar's military coup says the armed forces will be in charge of the country for up to two years before any elections are held.
Russian barrage hits Ukraine gas facilities, Kyiv says
Emergency power cuts are being introduced in Ukraine as Russian strikes again target the nation's energy infrastructure ahead of winter, Kyiv says.
Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to 48-hour ceasefire
A 48-hour ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan has taken effect following days of deadly cross-border clashes, the Taliban government says.
Zelenskiy strips Odesa mayor of Ukrainian citizenship
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has stripped the elected mayor of the port city of Odesa of his Ukrainian citizenship.
Pause in dispute over hostage bodies as aid enters Gaza
Repatriating the bodies of hostages remains among issues with the potential to derail a ceasefire that has ended war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
French PM suspends pension reforms plan to push budget
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu is proposing to suspend a plan to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 in a bid to avoid his government being toppled.
Madagascar army colonel says military has taken power
A Madagascar army colonel says the military has taken charge of the African island country after President Andry Rajoelina fled.
Madagascar crisis deepens as leader moves on parliament
The political crisis in Madagascar has deepened with the president moving to dissolve parliament after weeks of anti-government protests.
Heavy rain flood Mexico towns, 130 dead or missing
Around 130 people are dead or missing after a week of torrential rain in Mexico unleashed flooding and landslides, wreaking havoc on infrastructure.
Fragile Gaza ceasefire holds as uncertainties remain
Jubilation has greeted the return to Israel of the last living hostages held in Gaza and the release of Palestinian prisoners and detainees in a ceasefire deal.