Bahrain strips 69 people of citizenship over Iran support
Rights groups have described the move as a 'blatant abuse of power'.
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Leavitt blames democrats for ‘cult of hatred’ against Trump
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt blamed democrats for promoting the rhetoric which fuels 'cult of hatred'.
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Will vote make a difference to Palestinians under Israeli occupation?
The Palestinian Authority's Fatah party and its affiliates sweep council vote.
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Who holds the cards in Iran-US talks?
Both the US and Iran claim to have the upper hand in negotiations over the war, but who holds the cards?
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Iran FM in Russia says US has offered new round of talks
Russia is hosting Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in St. Petersburg for talks on a possible new round of talks.
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China seeks to block US tech giant Meta from AI acquisition
Bejing tightens scrutiny of AI industry amid intensifying geopolitical rivalry with the US over the technology.
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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive for high-profile US state visit
The British monarch’s US visit underscores shared history amid strained ties and tensions over the Iran conflict.
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Hezbollah and Israel swap threats and strikes across Lebanon’s border
Iran-linked group reiterates defiance; Israeli defence minister threatens to ‘burn all of Lebanon'.
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Elon Musk trial against Sam Altman to reveal OpenAI power struggle
The trial’s outcome could sway the balance of power in AI, and jury selection starts on Monday.
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Thousands held by paramilitary RSF in Sudan’s el-Fasher: NGO
Hundreds of women and children among those detained by the rebel group, says Sudan Doctors Network.
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What people in Beirut think about the Lebanon-Israel negotiations
Lebanese leaders were in Washington earlier this month for the first direct negotiations with Israel in over 30 years.
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Iraqi president names Shia bloc candidate Ali al-Zaidi as PM-designate
Choice of al-Zaidi breaks a months-long deadlock after Trump opposed appointment of pro-Iran former PM al-Maliki.
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Timeline: The highs and lows of the US-UK ‘special relationship’
Tensions between the allies punctuate King Charles's US visit, designed to strengthen the UK-US partnership.
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US press gala shooting suspect charged with attempting to kill Trump
Prosecutor says Cole Tomas Allen 'attempted to assassinate the president of the United States' in Saturday attack.
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Ceasefire at risk as Pakistan and Afghanistan report cross-border attacks
The strikes were the first since the two agreed to halt the violence at peace talks last month.
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Gunmen kidnap 23 children from Nigerian orphanage
Mass kidnappings are a common way for gangs and armed groups to make quick money in Nigeria.
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Melania Trump blasts Kimmel, calls on ABC to ‘take stand’ against comedian
'Kimmel should be immediately fired,' Donald Trump says amid backlash over joke likening first lady to expectant widow.
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Analysis: Bennett-Lapid alliance attempt to unseat Israel’s Netanyahu
Bennett and Lapid join forces again in a renewed bid for power that will, analysts warn, mean little for Palestinians.
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Suspected pirates steer cargo vessel towards Somalia
Hijacking reported as maritime traffic is diverted towards Africa while Strait of Hormuz is essentially closed.
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Will the Iran war push millions back into poverty?
US-Israel war on Iran drives up fuel and food costs, putting 32.5 million people at risk of poverty worldwide.
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What does the US dinner shooting mean for Trump?
At a dinner for White House correspondents, gunshots spark chaos, scrutiny, and fresh questions over Trump’s security.
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DR Congo to establish US-backed paramilitary guard for mines
US hopes to secure access to critical minerals as DRC struggles with rebel groups for control of areas with reserves.
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Canada’s Carney announces a sovereign wealth fund
The prime minister says the federal government will put up money alongside private investors to fund major projects.
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Iran offers Hormuz deal without nuclear talks, as it seeks broader buy-in
Tehran widens diplomacy to regional and global players while indirect US talks remain uncertain.
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Germany’s Merz says US has no strategy in Iran war
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the US has no clear exit strategy with their war on Iran.
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