Strikes on Ukraine kill six, Putin-Trump summit shelved
Russia has launched a widespread drone and missile attack across Ukraine a day after Donald Trump put his planned meeting with Vladimir Putin on hold.
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Gaza Strip truce going better than expected: Vance
US Vice President JD Vance has projected optimism about the Gaza Strip ceasefire agreement, calling progress better than anticipated.
N Korea fires missiles before leaders meet in S Korea
North Korea has fired several short-range ballistic missiles in a northeasterly direction, South Korea's military says.
China accuses Australia of air intrusion in S China Sea
China's defence ministry has urged Australia to stop "provocation and hype" about an incident involving Chinese military aircraft over the South China Sea.
US imposes sanctions on two Russian oil companies
The United States says it is prepared to take further action as it called on Moscow to agree immediately to a ceasefire in Russia's war in Ukraine.
World Court rules Israel must allow UN aid to Gaza
A panel of 11 judges at the International Court of Justice has ruled Israel has to support relief efforts provided by the United Nations in the Gaza Strip.
EU agrees on Russian sanctions targeting shadow fleet
The EU has approved a fresh round of sanctions on Russia just hours after the US sanctioned two large Russian oil firms.
Israeli vote on West Bank annexation an insult: Vance
US Vice President JD Vance has criticised a parliamentary vote in Israel on the annexation of the West Bank, saying the move is an "insult".
Putin defiant after Trump sanctions Russian oil majors
US sanctions over the Ukraine war are an "unfriendly" act but they will not significantly affect the Russian economy, President Vladimir Putin says.
Concerns raised as US mulls new Gaza ‘aid hubs’ plan
Multiple approaches are being considered by the United States to get aid to the people of Gaza, as the ceasefire enters its third week.
Hamas ‘determined’ to implement ceasefire deal
Vice President JD Vance is set to arrive in Israel as the US tries to stabilise the first, shaky, phase of the Gaza ceasefire.
European leaders back Ukraine truce at present lines
Leaders from across Europe say the current front line in Ukraine should be the starting point of negotiations for a peace deal with Russia.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Afghanistan blames Pakistan for twin drone strikes
Afghan authorities say Pakistani forces carried out two drone strikes on Kabul on the previous day.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Palestinian-Aussie medico’s grave doubts for peace plan
Mohammed Mustafa, the Australian doctor who shared harrowing accounts of treating children in Gaza, doesn't believe the Trump-brokered peace plan will hold.
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.
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.
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.