France’s Macron keeps PM in power after resignation demand
President Macron refused the resignation of France’s prime minister, opting for temporary stability amid political turmoil following an inconclusive election result.
Four Indian soldiers killed in Kashmir Attack
A surge in violence rocks Kashmir as rebels attack an Indian army patrol, leaving 4 soldiers dead.
Rwanda reaffirms commitment despite UK scrapping migrant deal
Rwanda takes note of the UK’s decision to scrap the controversial deportation deal, reiterating its commitment to addressing the global migration crisis.
Left-wing alliance secures majority in French parliament
New Popular Front wins 178 seats, President Macron’s alliance enters parliament with 150 deputies, far-right National Rally with 125, as no alliance secures an absolute majority of 289 deputies
Israeli tanks storm Gaza City districts amid heavy fire
The Gaza Civil Emergency Service reported dozens of casualties in eastern Gaza
France erupts in protests after snap poll results
People take to the streets in several cities to celebrate surprise victory of left-wing alliance while tensions rise in some areas
UK announces new military aid package for Ukraine
Britain’s new defense secretary makes announcement after meeting with Ukrainian president in Odesa
US completes Niger Niamey base withdrawal
The US has finished withdrawing troops from a base in Niamey, Niger, following a military coup.
French left-wing bloc wins election, beating far-right and Macron
French parliamentary elections see left-wing parties surpassing Macron and the far right, creating a new political landscape with no clear majority three weeks before the Paris Olympics.
Elephant rampage in Sri Lanka injures 13
Incident occurred on Saturday night during religious, cultural event
Israeli claims detecting 20 missiles fired from Lebanon
Some missiles successfully intercepted, no casualties or damage caused, says army
Israeli team heads to Qatar for Gaza ceasefire
CIA director William Burns, Mossad chief David Barnea, Qatari prime minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman, and Egyptian intelligence chief Abbas Kamel will participate in Gaza truce talks.
New UK PM Starmer ends controversial Rwanda ‘scheme’
On his first day in office, Keir Starmer canceled the costly and controversial Rwanda asylum policy, focusing on immediate change and addressing the UK’s pressing issues.
Egypt, Syria reject attempts to displace Palestinians amid Gaza war
Egyptian president Sisi and Syrian counterpart Assad discussed the ongoing Gaza war, highlighting the need to prevent further escalation and ensure regional security.
Hamas accepts US proposal for talks on Israeli hostages
The group has waived its prior demand that Israel commit to a permanent ceasefire before signing the agreement
Moderate candidate Pezeshkian becomes Iran’s new president
Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian aims to foster a pragmatic foreign policy and social reforms, urging the nation to cooperate and trust in his leadership amidst skepticism about his power under Khamenei’s rule.
Nuclear replacement soars to $160B, forcing US cuts
A critical Air Force program to upgrade nuclear missiles faces a funding crunch. The Sentinel ICBM program’s cost has surged to $160 billion.
Israel-Hamas talks to resume next week amid ceasefire gaps
Israel-Hamas negotiations intensify as parties strive to find common ground on ceasefire and hostages.
UK’s Keir Starmer unveils new cabinet
Rachel Reeves makes history by becoming Britain’s first woman Treasury chief
Turkey may invite Syria’s Bashar al-Assad: President Erdogan
Erdogan underlines Syria’s critical need for reconstruction and stability as he returns from Kazakhstan
Turkish defender suspended 2 games for grey wolf sign at EURO 2024
As it stands, Demiral cannot play against Netherlands on Saturday, to miss semifinals as well if Turkey proceed
Polls open in Iran’s presidential runoff
Most polls indicate that reformist Masoud Pezeshkian holds an edge over his conservative opponent Saeed Jalili
More than 26 boats sink due to Hurricane Beryl in Barbados
Fishermen in Barbados were evaluating the impact on their boats following the passage of Hurricane Beryl through the south-eastern Caribbean on Wednesday.
Israeli defense minister reports progress in Palestinian prisoner swap
Israeli Cabinet will hold session on Thursday evening to review Hamas’s response to Gaza cease-fire proposal that includes prisoner swap deal
Putin: Multipolar world is ‘reality now’
Russian president says Shanghai Cooperation Organization, economic bloc BRICS serve as pillars of multipolar world
Gaza death toll exceeds 38,000 as Israel kills 58 more Palestinians
At least 87,445 Palestinians injured in Israeli onslaught since Oct. 7, 2023, Health Ministry says
UK voters start casting ballots in crucial general election
Millions of voters across UK to cast their ballots to elect 650 Members of Parliament to House of Commons, the lower house of Parliament