Turkish opposition leader vows to stay after court ousts him
Turkiye’s main opposition leader Ozgur Ozel has vowed not to leave party headquarters.
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US pausing $14bn arms sale to Taiwan due to Iran war, navy chief says
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao's remarks come as US President Donald Trump gives mixed signals on the sale.
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Watchdog instructs social media giant to strengthen moderation following circulation of 'grossly offensive' content.
Caitriona Graham recounts violent treatment after Gaza flotilla raid
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Turkish court ousts leader of main opposition party
Ankara court overturns results of leadership election won by Republican People's Party head Ozgur Ozel.
US Senate pushes back against Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponisation’ fund
The Senate delayed a vote on immigration enforcement funds in a rare show of dissent ahead of its Memorial Day recess.
Iran war live: ‘Little bit’ of progress in US-Iran talks, Washington says
An Israeli strike on Lebanon's Deir Qanoun al-Nahr kills 6, including two rescuers and a Syrian child.
Iran war live: Signs of progress amid efforts to reach US-Iran peace deal
A new opinion poll in the US suggests that 60 percent of Americans now oppose President Donald Trump's war on Iran.
US says it has not changed its stance on sanctioning Francesca Albanese
The Trump administration had sanctioned the UN expert for her criticism of Israel's policies towards Palestinians.
Over 2,000 gather in San Diego to mourn three men killed in mosque attack
The three men killed in the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego were remembered as heroes at the memorial.
At least 16 people killed in two attacks in northern Honduras
One attack involved a police raid, while the other took place on a palm farm, killing rural labourers.
Board of Peace envoy warns ‘permanent’ Gaza divide under current status quo
UN Security Council urged to press for Israeli obligations and Hamas disarmament under Gaza 'ceasefire' roadmap.
Ronaldo scores twice to seal Saudi Pro League at last with Al-Nassr
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al-Nassr to Saudi Pro League title in last game before World Cup 2026.
Ebola treatment hospital burned down in DRC as outbreak spreads
Protesters set a hospital on fire in the Democratic of Congo, as authorities struggle to contain an Ebola outbreak.
NYC launches lottery for $50 World Cup football tickets
New York City is launching a lottery for 1,000 discounted World Cup tickets priced at $50.
Flotilla activists recount Israeli violence as they arrive in Turkiye
Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in Istanbul on Thursday and described Israeli violence.
US sanctions elected Hezbollah MPs and Lebanese security officials
Hezbollah says the sanctions will have 'absolutely no effect' on its strategy amid ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
Fans create AI-generated team songs ahead of World Cup
Fan-made football anthems are raking in millions of plays on social media, rivalling FIFA commissions from musicians.
Ebola tensions rise as treatment centre torched in DR Congo’s Ituri
Residents in DRC torch facility over burial disputes, spotlighting challenges in tackling Ebola outbreak.
Five key takeaways from Democrats’ autopsy report on Kamala Harris’s loss
Riddled with mistakes and missing sections, 192-page document on 2024 election loss to Trump fails to mention Gaza.
Trump shifts between diplomacy and threats in Iran standoff
Supporters say unpredictable Trump approach deal-making strength, others see reflection of strategic dilemma.
Do aid flotillas make a difference for Palestinians under Israeli blockade?
Israeli minister's mistreatment of abducted activists sparks global condemnation.
Is Islamophobia being re-packaged as feminism?
A group of female activists at a far-right rally in the UK have sparked a backlash.
UK launches ‘Great British Summer Savings’ to ease family costs
Families to benefit from reduced VAT to help lower costs at theme parks, theatres, zoos, and museums.
Iran’s World Cup hopes hit US visa hurdles
Players from Iran’s national football team are in Turkey applying for US visas for the 2026 World Cup.
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Poll finds nearly three-quarters of Democratic voters oppose aid to Israel
The US ally has seen support plummet in recent years amid widespread anger over its genocidal war on Gaza.
Displaced Lebanese woman bakes 3,000 loaves daily for war-hit community
Soubhiye Zeiter vowed to feed people affected by war even after being displaced from her home.
Net migration to the UK falls by nearly 50 percent amid tighter policies
The ONS says net migration fell to 171,000 in the 12 months to the end of December from 331,000 a year earlier.