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South Korea recalls ambassador to Ukraine over North Korean POWs row

South Korea recalls ambassador to Ukraine over North Korean POWs row

South Korea is recalling its ambassador to Ukraine following a dispute over Kyiv's public disclosure of two captured North Korean soldiers transferred to Seoul.

World ·9 Oct 2026, 01:05 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
China to raise visa fees sevenfold for Japanese nationals

China to raise visa fees sevenfold for Japanese nationals

China has raised visa fees for Japanese citizens by approximately seven times, framing the escalation as a reciprocal measure following Japan's earlier visa fee increase.

Transport ·12 Sep 2026, 18:08 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with UAE and closes airspace

Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with UAE and closes airspace

Algeria has abruptly cut diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates and closed its airspace to Emirati aircraft, citing hostile regional actions and policy disputes.

World ·11 Sep 2026, 07:03 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina after Milei attacks Lula

Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina after Milei attacks Lula

Brazil has recalled its top envoy to Buenos Aires following an unprecedented diplomatic rupture sparked by Argentine President Javier Milei.

World ·27 Jul 2026, 09:06 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Keir Starmer faces White House criticism over World Cup kick-off decision

Keir Starmer faces White House criticism over World Cup kick-off decision

White House official Andrew Giuliani accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer of endangering public safety by opposing a shift in the England-Mexico kick-off time. Downing Street stated the Prime Minister's position was intended to support the Football Association regarding logistical concerns.

Politics ·11 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Clara West 3 min read