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US envoy visits DMZ on heavily-fortified Korea border
The US ambassador to the United Nations visited the heavily-fortified border between North and South Korea Tuesday, urging Pyongyang to return to talks as global enforcement of UN sanctions stumbles.
Germany's Scholz seeks Chinese role in 'just peace' for Ukraine
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Tuesday he hoped Berlin and Beijing could help achieve a "just peace" in Ukraine, as he met President Xi Jinping in the Chinese capital.
Modi the favourite as India readies for election marathon
India begins voting Friday in a six-week election, with Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi's victory all but assured, raising concerns for the health of the world's largest democracy.
Equities sink, oil rallies on fears of Iran-Israel conflict
Asian stocks fell and oil prices climbed Tuesday on growing fears of a wider war in the Middle East after Israel's army chief vowed a response to Iran's unprecedented attack on his country at the weekend.
Pakistan and IMF discussing new multi-billion-dollar program, finance minister says
Pakistan has initiated discussions with the IMF over a new multi-billion dollar loan agreement to support its economic reform program, its new finance minister told AFP on Monday.
Biden, Iraqi PM agree on talks for US-led coalition withdrawal
US President Joe Biden and Iraq's Prime Minister Mohamed Shia al-Sudani said Monday they would keep working towards the withdrawal of a US-led anti-jihadist coalition in the country.
US House to vote on long-delayed Ukraine, Israel aid
US House Speaker Mike Johnson said Monday that his Republican-controlled chamber would vote this week on separate aid bills for Ukraine and Israel, after stalling for months over pressure from his party's right-wing.
Pro-Palestinian protesters block Golden Gate bridge, roads across US
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge on Monday, completely halting traffic for hours as part of a coordinated day of action against Israel's war in Gaza.
Biden renews Ukraine aid plea as Czech PM visits
US President Joe Biden made a fresh plea to Congress to pass aid for Ukraine during a visit by the Czech prime minister Monday, as a fight brews about whether it should be linked to funds for Israel.
Jury selection starts at Trump's landmark criminal trial in New York
Donald Trump's New York criminal trial opened Monday in a historic first for a US ex-president -- and a seismic twist to an already explosive 2024 election where the Republican is seeking to defy multiple scandals and return to power.
Portugal PM says not ready to recognise a Palestinian state
Portugal is not ready to recognise a Palestinian state without a concerted EU approach, its new premier said Monday in Madrid after meeting his Spanish counterpart who is seeking support for the cause.
Israeli army vows response to Iran strikes as world urges caution
Israel's army chief on Monday vowed a response to Iran's unprecedented attack against the country which has prompted appeals for de-escalation by world leaders fearing wider conflict.
Jury selection begins at Trump's landmark criminal trial in New York
Donald Trump's New York criminal trial opened Monday in a historic first for a US ex-president -- and a seismic twist to an already explosive 2024 election where the Republican is seeking to defy multiple scandals and return to power.
Pro-Palestinian protest blocks San Francisco's Golden Gate bridge
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge on Monday, completely halting traffic for hours as part of what appeared to be a coordinated day of action against Israel's war in Gaza.
Biden says wants to stop Middle East conflict spreading
US President Joe Biden said Monday he wants to prevent the Middle East conflict from spreading but vowed to defend Israel after Iran launched an unprecedented aerial attack on the key US ally.
France drums up 2 bn euros for Sudan a year into 'forgotten' war
France and its allies on Monday drummed up aid pledges of over two billion euros ($2.1 billion) for Sudan a year after civil war erupted sparking one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.
Biden says wants to prevent Middle East conflict spreading
US President Joe Biden said Monday he wants to prevent the conflict in the Middle East, where Israel is waging war in Gaza and fending off Iranian attacks, from spreading more widely.
Israel presses on in Gaza as world awaits reaction to Iran attack
Israel bombed war-battered Gaza, Hamas said Monday, as world leaders awaited Israel's reaction but urged de-escalation after Iran's unprecedented attack that heightened fears of wider conflict.
France hosts Sudan talks a year into 'forgotten' war
France and its allies on Monday sought to drum up hundreds of millions in aid for Sudan a year since civil war erupted, sparking one of the world's worst and most under-funded humanitarian crises.
Trump's landmark criminal trial set to begin in New York
Donald Trump arrived Monday at the New York courthouse where he was set to become the first ex-president in US history to stand criminal trial, a seismic moment in the already explosive 2024 presidential campaign.
US to grant Samsung up to $6.4 bn for chip plants
The United States on Monday announced grants of up to $6.4 billion to South Korean semiconductor giant Samsung to produce cutting-edge chips in Texas.
Lee Hsien Loong: scion PM modernised Singapore, stifled dissent
Under Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Singapore has held its own in an era of globalised finance and cutting-edge tech, while continuing his venerated father's policy of muzzling free media and snuffing out dissent.
Azerbaijan accuses Armenia of 'media campaign' at UN top court
Azerbaijan and Armenia again crossed swords before the UN's top court on Monday, with Baku accusing Yerevan of using the high profile hearings to wage a "public media campaign" against its bitter Caucasus rival.
Israel presses on in Gaza as world awaits response to Iran attack
Israel struck war-battered Gaza overnight, Hamas and witnesses said Monday, as world leaders urged de-escalation awaiting Israel's reaction to Iran's unprecedented attack that heightened fears of wider conflict.
Stocks hit by Iran-Israel fears, containment hopes stem losses
Equities retreated Monday after Iran ramped up Middle East tensions by launching a barrage of missiles and drones at Israel over the weekend, fuelling fears of a wider conflict in the volatile region.
Biden campaign banks on abortion question in Arizona
When two volunteers from the Biden-Harris presidential campaign knocked on Davine Cortez's door in Arizona, the businesswoman -- who is not usually interested in politics -- was hesitant to talk to them.
Swiss climate policy in spotlight after court ruling
Switzerland, known for pristine countryside and snow-capped peaks, is facing scrutiny of its environmental policies after becoming the first country faulted by an international court for failing to do enough against climate change.
Armenia, Azerbaijan to clash at UN top court
Azerbaijan and Armenia will fight out a long-running "ethnic cleansing" dispute at the top United Nations court from Monday, just as military tensions are ramping up between the historic enemies.
Former Syrian general faces war crimes charges in Swedish court
The highest-ranking Syrian military official to be tried in Europe will appear in a Stockholm court on Monday for his alleged role in war crimes committed in 2012 during Syria's civil war.
Israel, Iran trade accusations at Security Council meeting
Israel and Iran accused one another Sunday at the United Nations of being the main threat to peace in the Middle East, each calling on the Security Council to impose sanctions on their sworn enemy.
Gazans flood road north after 'open checkpoint' rumours
Thousands of Gazans flooded the coast road north on Sunday after hearing that several people managed to cross a closed checkpoint towards Gaza City, despite Israel denying it was open.
How the US helped counter Iran's attack on Israel
Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel with hundreds of drones and missiles marked the culmination of a tense two weeks in which Washington engaged in whirlwind efforts to prepare for the expected violence.