Russia touts ‘war with NATO’ amid losses in Ukraine
As Russia faces challenges on the frontlines and at home, President Putin's backers decry Kyiv's Western allies.
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Eighteen wounded as explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit to Syria
At least 18 people, including four police officers, were wounded in the blasts, Syria's Interior Ministry says.
Explosions rock Damascus during Macron’s visit to Syria
At least 18 people, including four police officers, were wounded in the blasts.
Explosions heard in Syria’s Damascus during French President Macron’s visit
Casualties feared as two explosive devices go off in area busy with civilians.
Explosions heard in Syria’s Damascus
Television footage shows plumes of smoke rising in the sky; cause of the blasts not immediately clear.
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LIVE: Trump, NATO leaders in Turkiye’s Ankara as defence tops summit agenda
Defence spending and support for Ukraine's military needs are expected to top the agenda of summit in Turkish capital.
NATO’s Turkiye summit live: Trump, leaders to meet in Ankara
Defence spending and support for Ukraine's military needs are expected to top the agenda of summit in Turkish capital.
France’s Court of Appeal to rule on Le Pen conviction – what it’s all about
The far-right leader could be prevented from running for president in 2027 if embezzlement charges are upheld.
NATO summit begins in Turkiye’s Ankara: Who is attending, what is at stake?
Trump warns NATO members ahead of summit, as European nations prepare to announce record defence spending.
NATO summit begins: Who is attending and what is at stake?
Trump warns NATO members ahead of summit, as European nations prepare to announce record defence spending.
China sentences former local official to death in $324m corruption case
Yang Youlin, an ex-official in the eastern city Nanjing, accepted bribes in exchange for business favours, court says.
Palestine weekly: One thousand days of genocide in Gaza
Gaza marks 1,000 days of Israel's genocidal war, with at least 1,072 killed since October 'ceasefire'.
Sorry USA riled for World Cup thrashing by Belgium despite Balogun reprieve
Belgium midfielder Nicolas Raskin said his side’s win felt like a measure of justice after FIFA’s decision on Balogun.
‘Limited damage’: Upcoming Bollywood film angers Kashmir pellet gun victims
Makers of Chauhaan accused of mocking more than 1,000 Kashmiris partially or completely blinded by pellet shotguns.
Egyptians dream of toppling Argentina in historic World Cup match
Streets lined with flags, conversations centred on one match, and hopes pinned on the team ahead of Egypt vs Argentina.
Khamenei’s coffin arrives in holy city of Qom
Tens of thousands of mourners gather in Qom for a funeral service for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Cuba loses power across nation for third time this year
An island-wide blackout hit nearly 10 million residents in Cuba for the third time in 6 months, on Monday.
US budget slashing risks losing global scientific edge to China
Experts warn that cuts to US research funding is weakening the country’s scientific and technological capacity.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s World Cup career ends as Spain defeat Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo left the pitch for the last time at a World Cup, after Spain beat Portugal 1-0.
At least 16 people buried following landslide in China
The country has been hit by damaging thunderstorms, leaving at least 275 people injured.
Tanker on fire in Strait of Hormuz after being hit by projectile off Oman
Iran's TV claims the tanker ignored warnings, but no direct responsibility for the attack has been declared.
Tanker on fire off coast of Oman after being hit by projectile
Iran's state TV claims the tanker ignored warnings, but no direct responsibility for the attack has been declared.
Hamas dissolves civilian governing body in Gaza after 20 years
Hamas has announced the dissolution of its civilian governing body in Gaza after nearly 20 years of administration.
Anyone who doesn’t feel for Palestinians is not human: Egypt coach Hassan
Hossam Hassan uses his FIFA World Cup news conference to raise awareness about the plight of Palestinians in Gaza.
Cuba sees nationwide power blackout for third time in six months
People in Cuba already faced an ongoing economic and humanitarian crisis, largely due to a US blockade.
Russia sends weapons to help Mali’s government hold off rebel siege
The Russian navy is carrying a shipment of weapons to help Mali’s government hold off a rebel advance.
FIFA defends Balogun red card referee after Trump calls him ‘a bit suspect’
Raphael Claus is 'one of the world's leading professional referees', FIFA says, following Trump's comments.
Balogun reprieve in vain as Belgium beat USA to set up Spain quarterfinal
Folarin Balogun's starting place, after a suspended red card, unable to influence USA, who succumb to superior Belgium.
Balogun reprieve in vein as Belgium beat USA to set up Spain quarterfinal
Folarin Balogun's starting place, after suspended red card, unable to influence USA, who succumb to superior Belgium.
Venezuela earthquakes death toll jumps to more than 3,500
Experts warn of an impending health crisis, with thousands sleeping in crowded temporary shelters.