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Polls suggest tight presidential race as Brazil marks Independence Day
Brazil has marked Independence Day with the two main candidates for October’s presidential election holding events.
Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have wounded 73 civilians, official says
Spokesperson for Saudi-led coalition says Houthis have targeted civilian sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran.
‘House moved like jelly’ says resident near Bolivia barracks blast
Reports are emerging from the powerful explosion at a military barracks in Bolivia that killed at least nine people.
Real Madrid vs Inter: Champions League – preview, team news, prediction
Mourinho kicks off the record 15-time Champions League winners' European campaign against Serie A champions Inter.
Flash floods fill the streets of a neighbourhood in central Morocco
Videos show floodwaters swamping homes, shops and streets in Azilal in central Morocco, after heavy thunderstorms.
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on $20bn of US goods take effect
Trade tensions soar as Canada matches US tariffs 'dollar-for-dollar', impacting 700 products and multiple industries.
Russia strikes Kyiv as three-day pause during US envoy visits ends
US envoy says 'encouraged' by talks as White House official told Reuters next steps to be announced in coming weeks.
Yemeni forces launch counteroffensive against Houthis, vow to retake Sanaa
Bid to take capital comes as clashes between Yemeni forces and Houthis intensify in provinces of al-Bayda and al-Jawf.
Eiffel Tower closed in row over women removed for Hindu group
The Eiffel Tower was shut on Monday after staff protested over women being ‘sidelined’ during a Hindu group’s visit.
What does Mondlane’s trial mean for Mozambique?
The opposition politician faces five charges over protests that followed the disputed 2024 election.
EU pledges more than $200m to Greenland amid Trump threats
Brussels has proposed doubling direct EU aid to Greenland under the bloc's next budget as military exercises kick off.
IAEA warns over Iran nuclear access as Western powers push UN referral
UN nuclear watchdog urges Iran to cooperate, as Western powers push to refer its nuclear file to the Security Council.
Panama Canal may cut ship traffic further as El Niño strengthens
Canal authorities may further reduce ship traffic if a strengthening El Niño worsens the country's drought.
‘Flamingo Revolution’ enters 100th day against Kushner-linked resort
Albania’s Flamingo Revolution marks 100 days of protests over a luxury resort project backed by Jared Kushner.
Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of killing seven in Yemen prison attack
Houthi-run media outlet released footage of destruction after alleged Saudi air strike on al-Hazm prison.
Cuba says no negotiations with US despite ‘genocidal’ blockade
Cuba reports record losses from the US embargo as foreign minister describes months of punishing blackouts.
What are the implications of AfD’s electoral rise for Germany and Europe?
The far-right Alternative for Germany is just short of a majority in a regional election.
UK government refuses slavery reparations as Jamaica urges king to act
Britain expresses sorrow over slavery, but rejects financial compensation.
Moment shop worker dives into traffic to save child
A shop worker has been hailed a ‘hero’ after CCTV video showed him diving into traffic to save a child
Russia shutters German consulate as diplomatic freeze deepens
Moscow retaliates after similar move from Berlin last week citing failed drone attack on airport.
Israel’s plan to split the West Bank
Israel's E1 plan risks splitting the West Bank in two.
Nauru opens embassy in Jerusalem
Pacific island nation Nauru has opened its embassy in Jerusalem, becoming the ninth country to do so.
Bolivian military base blast leaves seven dead, seven missing
President Rodrigo Paz declares national mourning, urges unity after deadly military base explosions near La Paz.
Gaza: Genocide in Real Time?
B'Tselem Executive Directo
Serbian government sets up snap vote with call to dissolve parliament
Upcoming election viewed as bid to tighten President Vucic's rule after months of mass street protests.
Claimed Israeli capture of Lebanese ridge reshapes negotiation dynamics
Israel's continued strikes challenge Lebanon's push for an elusive peace agreement and stability.
‘Rhetoric differs’: How the UK’s relationship with Israel took a downturn
The UK is planning to take new steps against illegal Israeli settlements as Palestinians suffer more violence.
Lights, camera, action: Irksome influencers at the US Open are here to stay
Experts say influencers likely to remain a feature of major sports events, despite the anger and irritation they cause.
‘Direction Potocari’: From Srebrenica genocide to a Belgrade football match
Red Star fans honoured convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic. Analysts say that's nothing new - and that's the problem.
Will Trump succeed in restarting Russia-Ukraine peace talks?
The Witkoff-Kushner visit to Moscow and Kyiv did not produce a breakthrough, but it can help begin a new process.