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Hamas’s new leader calls for permanent Gaza ceasefire
In his first speech since being elected Hamas political chief, Khalil al-Hayya called for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
Iran’s judiciary warns against ‘infiltrators’, announces new executions
Many cases related to security offences are prosecuted using a law announced after last year's 12-day war with Israel.
‘Justice for Lorenzo’ protests disrupt Houston council meeting
Protesters shouted ‘Justice for Lorenzo’ at a Houston, Texas, city council meeting on Tuesday after an ICE shooting.
War on Iran: Hegseth wants $70B more to keep fighting
Iran activated air defence systems across Tehran on the 11th night of US strikes.
Proposed US-Saudi nuclear energy deal: What we know so far
Reports suggest the Trump administration backs a pact with Saudi Arabia allowing it to enrich uranium.
Why are billionaires growing richer than ever?
Billionaires are on the rise as the rest struggle with inequality, poverty and cost of living crisis.
From towns to zones: Why Israel gives military names to civilian areas
Israeli authorities are increasingly applying security terminology for residential areas where people live.
Elon and the Other Gaza
How the world's richest man helped trigger an HIV crisis in one of the world's poorest countries.
Trump threatens to bomb Iranian bridges, power plants over ship attacks
Iranian official says Tehran would retaliate by targeting 'energy facilities in which the United States has interests'.
The Morocco-Algeria rivalry is remaking Europe’s North Africa policy
As Rabat and Algiers compete for influence, closer ties with one now carry consequences for relations with the other.
French model recruiter with close ties to Jeffrey Epstein found dead
Under investigation in France, Daniel Siad was accused of helping Epstein to traffic and abuse women.
Why Traore has opened a new front with Burkina Faso’s Muslim community
New legislation and arrests are driving a rift between Burkina Faso's military government and Muslim scholars.
Zelenskyy sacks Syrskii: How many generals have Ukraine, Russia fired?
Several Ukrainian and Russian generals have been sacked from their militaries over the course of the war in Ukraine.
Nearly 1,000 people have died from Ebola in DR Congo
According to WHO figures, 999 people have died in DRC and two in Uganda due to the Bundibugyo strain of the virus.
Open AI says its AI model “went rogue”: What do we know?
The system hacked into another company without being prompted by a human.
UK’s Miliband, Streeting: What are their foreign policy, defence records?
Miliband, Trump critic who once opposed strikes on Syria, joins Streeting, defence novice with shifting Israel views.
Israeli strike leaves two Palestinians burnt beyond recognition
An Israeli strike hit a civilian vehicle in central Gaza, killing two Palestinians.
The Indian football tournament where goats replace trophies
GOATs are not players, but prizes at this football tournament in eastern India.
English FA charges Southampton coach Tonda Eckert over ‘spygate’ scandal
Allegations of spying on rivals led to Southampton's expulsion from the Championship playoff final.
‘This land will remain ours’ says a resident in Lebanon’s ‘pilot zone’
‘This land will remain ours’ says a resident in Lebanon’s ‘pilot zone’
‘Just want to go back’: Lebanese await return as army enters ‘pilot zone’
Lebanese army deploys into southern Lebanon's Zawtar al-Gharbiya as implementation of US-brokered framework deal begins.
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine’s commander-in-chief after days of protests
Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine’s commander-in-chief after days of protests
Settlers attack Palestinian towns in occupied West Bank
Settlers attack Palestinian towns in Occupied West Bank
Can the Suez save Asian oil consumers after Houthis shut Bab al-Mandeb?
About 6 million barrels of crude per day that pass through the strait to Asia are now at risk, experts say.
India protest: How Modi’s refusal to sack education minister fits a pattern
Protesters want Dharmendra Pradhan to be sacked over serial exam leaks. But that's not how Modi works.
Iran war’s $37bn price tag: Why does the Pentagon want $67bn more?
The US must rapidly replenish its stockpiles of weapons as the war on Iran rages on.
‘Creeping death’: Israel weaponises ‘Yellow Line’ to annex Gaza
Analysts and locals say the move mirrors what happened after the 1967 war with Israel's occupation of the West Bank.
Italy makes financial ‘exceptions’ in bid to hire Pep Guardiola as coach
Italy's football federation chief holds talks with Guardiola over vacant role, but appointment not yet confirmed.
Syrian people must not be failed again
Stabilising Syria means stabilising its economy. It urgently needs international support and a safer investment climate.
Trump ally Andy Biggs wins Republican nomination for Arizona governor
Biggs overwhelmingly defeats David Schweikert and will now face Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in November.