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Court rejects move to indict Valencia leader over flood response

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Carlos Mazon, president of the Valencia regional government, is facing scrutiny over his handling of floods in late October 2024 that killed more than 200 people.

US wants help to guard Strait of Hormuz, but EU is not keen

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As Trump dials up pressure on Europe to guard the Strait of Hormuz, Russia is taking advantage of the rise in energy prices to the detriment of Ukraine and its allies in Europe.

China: 'Ethnic unity' law sparks fears of forced integration

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Critics see the law as allowing authorities in Beijing more room to frame ethnic groups' demands for cultural autonomy as a push towards "separatism."

Can Trump sell the MAGA crowd on soccer with the World Cup?

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Donald Trump has mobilized around right-wing coded sports like MMA and wrestling, but his soccer World Cup push is a cultural clash.

India's Parliament adds an LGBTQ+ voice for the first time

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A renowned lawyer who has become India's first openly queer member of parliament, Menaka Guruswamy from West Bengal has said she will stand for "equality, fraternity and non-discrimination."

Africa: What oil producers can do to counter price shocks

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Could African oil-producing countries such as Nigeria and Angola increase production in the short term and thus ease global shortages caused by the war in the Middle East? Experts explain what that might look like.

South Korea uneasy as US moves air defenses to Middle East

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Reports indicate the US is redeploying some Patriot and THAAD air defense batteries from South Korea to the Middle East. The move comes as Pyongyang continues saber rattling.

Can Trump sell the MAGA crowd on soccer?

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Donald Trump has mobilized around right-wing coded sports like MMA and wrestling, but his soccer World Cup push is a cultural clash.

Oscars 2026: All the political moments

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"Chaotic, frightening times": Diverse Academy Awards presenters and winners called out Trump's wars and restrictions on human rights.

More women sit in African parliaments — but equality eludes

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The number of female representatives has increased since 2000 in parliaments across Africa. In some countries, that has meant more legislation with women in mind. In others, it hasn't changed much — yet.

Azerbaijan: Frenchman sentenced to 10 years for spying

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French citizen Martin Ryan pled guilty to some of the accusations that he was collecting intelligence on behalf of Paris.

US-China trade talks 'stable' despite mutual accusations

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Despite arguments over the Strait of Hormuz and claims of widespread forced labor in China, the two sides appeared to find common ground during a Paris summit.

Mexico City sets world record for largest soccer class

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Mexico City sets new world record after more than 9,000 people took part in a massive open-air soccer class. The record comes as Mexico prepares to help host the FIFA World Cup in June.

Madagascar anti-corruption chief appointed as new PM

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Madagascar's strongman leader has appointed Mamitiana Rajaonarison as PM days after dismissing the last government. Rajaonarison previously led the country's financial intelligence and money laundering watchdog.

Hungary's rival parties hold parallel rallies ahead of vote

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Viktor Orban is facing his first serious challenge in years in Peter Magyar. The two politicians held rallies on Hungary's national day that outlined very different visions for the country's future.

After three years and 250,000 deaths, Sudan's civil war is still raging, even if global attention is elsewhere

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Almost three years into Sudan's war, drone attacks and sexual violence show no signs of relenting. Could intensified international efforts influence the situation?

War, oppression and fear: In Iran, traumas are accumulating

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Bombs, government oppression and fear are wearing down Iranians. How does trauma accumulate? And what can help people endure constant stress?

Kosovo faces third legislative election in just over a year

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Kosovo’s failure to elect a president has again plunged the nation into political deadlock. Now, it could face its third parliamentary election in just over a year. The country's international reputation is taking a hit.

Iran says women's soccer captain drops Australia asylum bid

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Five of the seven women who had been granted asylum in Australia have reportedly decided to return to Iran. Concerns about their safety arose after players remained silent during the Iranian national anthem.

Civil war in Sudan is a never-ending humanitarian crisis

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Almost three years into Sudan's war, drone attacks and sexual violence show no signs of relenting. Could intensified international efforts influence the situation?

Kenya minister flies to Russia to halt illegal army hiring

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Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi is in Moscow to stop the forced recruitment of Kenyans to fight against Ukraine. Over 1,000 citizens were reportedly duped by civilian job offers before being sent to the front line.

Living amid bombings in Iran: How fear impacts mental health

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Bombs, government oppression, and fear are wearing down Iranians. How does trauma build up? And what can help people living with constant stress?

Uganda's Bobi Wine says he has fled the country

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Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine says he has left the country after two months in hiding following January elections. Wine has alleged that the result, which kept President Yoweri Museveni in power, was fradulent.

Republic of Congo votes in presidential election

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President Dennis Sassou N'Guesso, 82, seems set to win a fifth term in a row in Sunday's election in the Republic of Congo. Sassou N'Guesso is already one of Africa's longest-serving leaders.

France: Far-right strength put to test in local elections

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Voters in France are heading to the polls in local elections seen as a litmus test for next year's presidential vote. A main focus will be the mayoral contest in Paris.