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.
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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
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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
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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.
South Korea’s Yoon defends martial law as ‘warning’
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Pope resting after quiet night in hospital: Vatican
Pope Francis has had a quiet night in hospital and is resting, the Vatican says, as the pontiff remains in a critical condition battling double pneumonia.
Israel, Hamas agree on new swap, keeping fragile truce
A standoff over the release of dead Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners appears to ended with Israel and Hamas reaching an agreement.
US, Ukraine may sign critical minerals deal within days
Kyiv and Washington have made a deal that would include access to Ukrainian minerals, with Donald Trump signalling a visit from Volodymyr Zelenskiy to sign it.
Hamas calls for talks on next phase of ceasefire
After the latest exchange of prisoners for hostages by Israel and Hamas, the militant group says it's ready to discuss the next phase of the ceasefire in Gaza.
Trump confirms Zelenskiy visit to sign minerals deal
Volodymyr Zelenskiy will visit the White House to sign a minerals deal, President Donald Trump says, as the Ukrainian leader seeks US security guarantees.
China has agreed to consider concerns about drills: NZ
New Zealand's foreign minister says he has raised concerns over China's live-fire drills in the Tasman Sea during meetings with Chinese leaders.
Pope Francis resting as he continues pneumonia recovery
Pope Francis slept well and is resting, the Vatican says, as he continues his slow recovery from double pneumonia and shows he's still getting work done.
Israel seeks to extend phase-one of Gaza ceasefire
Israel wants to extend the first phase of the ceasefire and get more hostages home, saying it was in a stronger position to negotiate because of US backing.
Pope reaches two-week mark at hospital with pneumonia
A guarded sense of optimism surrounds Pope Francis and his recovery from pneumonia as he reaches the two-week mark in hospital.
Gene Hackman, wife and dog were ‘dead for some time’
The circumstances surrounding the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa are "suspicious enough" to warrant an investigation, authorities say.
Trump dodges UK plea for Ukraine security guarantee
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says there can be no long-term peace in Ukraine without firm US security guarantees, an argument Donald Trump has dismissed.
Israel postpones prisoner release over Hamas ceremonies
Israel is delaying the release of 620 Palestinians until it is assured Hamas will hand over hostages in Gaza "without humiliating ceremonies".
Prayers as Vatican says Pope passes ‘tranquil’ night
The Pope is resting in hospital after a "tranquil" night, the Vatican says, as he thanks doctors and supporters in a written message.
Trump-Putin summit preparations underway, Russia says
A senior Russian official says preparations have begun for a face-to-face meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin
Holocaust Memorial attack suspect planned to kill Jews
The suspect accused of stabbing a man at Berlin's Holocaust memorial is a Syrian refugee who wanted to kill Jews, German police say.
Trump revels in mass federal firings and jeers at Biden
Donald Trump says "nobody has ever seen anything" like his administration's sweeping effort to fire thousands of federal employees and shrink the US government.
Australia accused of ‘hyping’ Chinese naval drills
China has hosed down complaints about live-fire naval drills in international waters between Australia and New Zealand, saying its actions were lawful.
Sudan RSF, allies sign to form alternative government
Sudan's paramilitary RSF and allies have signed a charter to pave the way for the establishment of a parallel government, as Sudan's army makes advances.