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US issues Iran-Venezuela sanctions over alleged drone trade
Washington accuses Tehran and Caracas of 'reckless proliferation of deadly weapons' amid spiraling tensions.
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Brazil’s election looms amid gang rule
As Brazil heads toward elections in 2026, millions live in fear. Nearly one in five Brazilians is affected by gangs.
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Eurostar suspends all Europe trains over power issue during holiday travel
Eurostar services between London and Europe disrupted as Channel Tunnel undergoes 'technical intervention'.
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Netanyahu’s Mar-a-Lago win that wasn’t
The Israeli prime minister’s failure to secure any assurances from Trump is yet another signal Israel is losing ground.
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LIVE: Arsenal vs Aston Villa – Premier League
Follow our live build-up, with team news coverage, before our text commentary stream of the EPL title clash in London.
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Judge blocks Trump effort to strip South Sudan deportation protections
Trump is seeking to end protected status for South Sudan, claiming country no longer poses danger to those returning.
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US says it killed or captured 25 ISIL operatives in Syria over nine days
US Central Command says military campaign follows killing of US soldiers, 'massive strikes' across central Syria.
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Trump bombs Venezuelan land for first time: Is war imminent?
US president says strike in Venezuela targeted a dock allegedly used to load boats with narcotics.
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Bitter recriminations between Russia, Ukraine as war eclipses peace push
Kremlin says alleged drone attack on presidential residence - called a fabrication by Kyiv - will affect peace talks.
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South Korea announces end to controversial bear bile farming
South Korea has announced it's ending bear bile farming over animal cruelty concerns.
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Iran warns of ‘severe’ response in wake of Trump’s new strikes threat
US president says he would back attacks if Tehran rebuilds nuclear or missile programmes.
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Have Russian claims of Ukraine attack on Putin home ended hopes for peace?
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy denies that Kyiv attacked the Novgorod residence of Russian President Putin.
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Trump threatens Hamas while praising Israel on Gaza ceasefire
Trump says Israel has complied with the Gaza ceasefire as he urges Netanyahu to move to phase two.
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New Syrian banknotes unveiled amid push to rebuild economy
President Ahmed al-Sharaa has unveiled Syria’s revamped currency in Damascus.
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What is Lebanon’s ‘gap law’ that attempts to end the financial crisis?
Lebanon's cabinet has passed a draft law aimed at repaying depositors up to $100,000 of their own money.
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LIVE: Nigeria vs Uganda – AFCON 2025
Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game as Uganda seek to upset Nigeria to reach last 16.
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Displaced Palestinians lose shelters as heavy rain floods camp
Heavy rain has flooded displacement camps in Gaza, submerging tents and the belongings of families in mud and water.
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Thailand delays release of Cambodian troops over alleged truce breaches
While the ceasefire has held since Saturday, Thailand says Cambodia violated deal with drone flights over the border.
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China’s drill around Taiwan shows it will “always respond forcefully”
"China would not be happy with anyone trying to help Taiwan strengthen its defences."
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Alaa Abdelfattah and Britain’s selective outrage
A former political prisoner is facing calls for deportation while war criminals are welcomed with opened arms.
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