Russia faces tariffs within 50 days over Ukraine: Trump
US President Donald Trump says he will implement tariffs against Russia if there is no deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days.
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Envoy meets Zelenskiy as US pledges missiles to Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has met Donald Trump's Ukraine envoy in Kyiv as the US promises Patriot missiles and Trump readies a "major statement" on Russia.
Trump to make unprecedented second state visit to UK
Buckingham Palace has announced the King and Queen will host Donald Trump at Windsor Castle for an unprecedented second state visit to the UK.
Search for Texas flood victims paused amid heavy rain
Emergency crews have temporarily suspended the search for victims of catastrophic flooding in Texas, amid fears the final death toll could reach 300.
SKorea trade envoy hoping for deal with US by deadline
South Korea is racing to reach a compromise trade pact in the hope of avoiding a 25 per cent tariff slapped on exports by US President Donald Trump.
Trump says US will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine
Donald Trump says he will sell Patriot missile systems to the EU, which will give them to Ukraine which desperately needs them to shoot down Russian fire.
Israeli missile hits Gaza children collecting water
Several people have been killed at a Gaza Strip water distribution site in an Israeli attack that the military says fell "dozens of metres from the target".
Trump defends Bondi amid backlash over Epstein files
Donald Trump has urged supporters to focus on MAGA unity as conservative figures criticise his administration over the Jeffrey Epstein findings.
Gaza truce talks falter, 17 die in latest aid shooting
With week-long truce talks looking gridlocked, another food and aid distribution point has been targeted by Israeli fire, killing 17.
Iran to cooperate with IAEA, inspections may be risky
Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran will comply with IAEA inspectors of bombed nuclear sites, but the risk of spreading radioactive material was "serious".
Russia hammers west Ukraine with drones and missiles
Russia launched 597 drones and 26 missiles, killing two people and wounding 20, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.
Five children killed in blast while playing football
Five children playing soccer in Taiz province were killed after an explosive detonated in the area, eyewitnesses say.
Gaza truce talks reportedly faltering over withdrawal
The withdrawal of Israeli troops, aid and guarantees for ending the war in Gaza are proving obstacles as talks aimed at securing a ceasefire continue.
Air India crash report reveals pilot’s engine confusion
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed immediately began to lose thrust and sink after taking off, a preliminary report has found.
Fires force evacuations of Grand Canyon, other US parks
Two national parks in the US West have been evacuated as hot temperatures and gusty winds feed the flames of wildfires that are only partly contained.
Fallout over non-release of Epstein files escalates
The fallout from the Epstein files is cascading, further roiling a Justice Department and FBI that have struggled to appease the demands of Donald Trump's base.
Ukraine army to work with US envoy next week: Zelenskiy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he has been promised new arms deliveries from the United States and European allies.
EU waits as Trump keeps world guessing on tariff plans
European Union officials believe they may receive a letter from US President Donald Trump outlining tariff levels for the bloc.
Russian drones strike Ukraine’s second-largest city
A drone attack has battered Ukraine's second-largest city as Russia's intensified air campaign brings renewed urgency to improve the nation's air defences.
Secret Service agents punished over Trump shoot attempt
The US Secret Service "has taken many steps to ensure such an event can never be repeated," it says of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump.
Brazil’s Lula pledges retaliation to Trump tariffs
"If there's no negotiation, the law of reciprocity will be put into practice," Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva says of the US tariffs.
Netanyahu hopes hostage deal can be done in a few days
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says 50 hostages are still being held captive by Hamas. Of that figure, only 20 are believed to be alive.
Trump says US will supply weapons to Ukraine via NATO
For the first time since returning to office, Donald Trump will send weapons to Ukraine under a presidential power frequently used by his predecessor.
Israeli strike hits near Gaza clinic as talks drag on
Israeli strikes have pounded the Gaza Strip, killing at least 34 Palestinians including people outside a medical centre, as a ceasefire deal remains far off.
Russia pounds Kyiv with more missiles and drones
Ukraine's capital has been hit by more Russian strikes a day after the heaviest aerial attack of the war, as Moscow continues its ramped-up air offensive.
Crews comb flood-stricken Texas for 170 missing people
As the death toll from the Texas floods approaches 120, rescue teams are searching for the more than 170 people still unaccounted for.
Trump sends more tariff letters after spat with Brazil
US President Donald Trump has issued a round of tariff letters to eight countries: the Philippines, Brunei, Moldova, Algeria, Iraq, Libya, Sri Lanka and Brazil.
Hostages the priority as Gaza conflict grinds on
Hamas has blamed Israeli "intransigence" amid talks to reach a new truce but says it is prepared to release 10 hostages.
US delivering some weapons to Ukraine after pause
US officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, say 155mm artillery shells and mobile rocket artillery missiles are now being provided to Ukraine.
Rescuers save more mariners from Houthi-struck ship
Another four crew members have been rescued in the Red Sea after Greek-operated Eternity C sank following a Houthi attack, while 11 remain missing.
Netanyahu and Trump talk hostages as Gaza war grinds on
Freeing hostages in Gaza was main focus of Benjamin Netanyahu's discussions US President Donald Trump, the Israeli leader says, as ceasefire talks continue.