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Israeli drone strike on vehicle in Beit Jinn injures several people in Syria
An Israeli drone strike targeting a vehicle in Beit Jinn injured people, drawing condemnation from Damascus and Qatar over the violation of sovereignty.
UK and French ex-diplomats urge trade and arms bans on Israel
More than one hundred former British and French diplomats have issued an urgent call for trade bans and arms embargoes against Israel.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll to exit administration amid Hegseth tension
United States Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is preparing to leave his post before the end of the year amid acute internal friction with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Ukraine and Russia trade deadly strikes amid rising civilian casualties
Intense cross-border drone and missile strikes by Ukraine and Russia have killed dozens of civilians, targeting shopping centers, refineries, and logistics hubs.
OpenAI and Anthropic models advance on long-standing math problems
New artificial intelligence models from OpenAI and Anthropic have made progress on centuries-old mathematical problems, sparking excitement and calls for ethical frameworks.
Iran allows Iraqi oil tankers to pass through Strait of Hormuz
Iran has authorized select Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz following diplomatic requests, though the vital waterway remains largely restricted amid ongoing conflict.
Russian and Ukrainian attacks kill 10 people a day after mall attack
Cross-border aerial strikes have left multiple people dead across Ukraine and Russia just a day after a devastating shopping mall attack in Kryvyi Rih.
US judge strikes down Trump immigrant visa ban for 75 countries
A federal judge has declared unlawful an administration policy that suspended immigrant visa issuances for applicants from 75 countries, ruling it conflicted with federal immigration law.
Imran Khan party seeks contempt action over hospital transfer violation
Imran Khan's party has filed a contempt petition in Pakistan's Supreme Court after authorities bypassed a judicial order to transfer him to a private hospital.
Nine countries with the most improved passport access
Strategic diplomatic agreements and visa liberalisation have significantly boosted global mobility for nine territories, led by the UAE, India, and Oman.
Trump economic warfare against Iran risks failing as analysts warn Tehran can endure pain
As Washington launches an unprecedented financial squeeze against Tehran, analysts warn the strategy risks failing due to Iran's resilience against economic hardship.
UN race sees Rodrigues Birkett and Otunnu gain ground in poll
Guyana's Carolyn Rodrigues Birkett moved into first place in the race to lead the United Nations following the Security Council's second secret straw poll.
Iranian president says time to end war with US from position of strength
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for an end to the conflict with the United States, arguing that Tehran operates from a position of strength.
Myanmar military strike kills 14 people at a Buddhist monastery, opposition group says
An airstrike by Myanmar's military on a Buddhist monastery in the Sagaing region has left 14 people dead and 20 others wounded during a meditation retreat.
Iran calls new US economic sanctions a declaration of war
Iranian officials have fiercely condemned new sweeping US economic sanctions as a declaration of war, pushing back against Donald Trump's territorial claims over the Strait of Hormuz.
Canada suspends US trade talks and vows dollar-for-dollar tariff retaliation
Prime Minister Mark Carney has suspended trade negotiations with the United States as a sweeping new wave of American tariffs takes effect. Ottawa has vowed an immediate, dollar-for-dollar retaliation in response.
Swiss Tourist Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Breaking Bali Nyepi Rules
A Swiss tourist has been sentenced to one year in prison by a Denpasar court for filming himself outside during Bali's sacred Nyepi Day of Silence and posting offensive videos.
Cameroon president returns home after 10-week unexplained absence
Cameroon's 93-year-old President Paul Biya has returned to Yaoundé following a prolonged absence in Europe that fueled speculation over his health and governance.
Lindsay Clancy defense rests murder case after calling ten witnesses
The defense has rested its case in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial after presenting ten witnesses over five days. Closing arguments are expected to begin on Tuesday.
Supreme Court allows Trump White House ballroom construction to continue
Chief Justice John Roberts issued a temporary order allowing construction on a controversial White House addition to proceed while the high court considers an emergency appeal.