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France aim to secure World Cup place as Paris marks attacks anniversary
France's World Cup qualifier against Ukraine on Thursday will be a poignant occasion as it takes place on the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris terror attacks.
Russia jails teen musician over anti-war street songs for third time
A Russian court on Tuesday sent an 18-year-old street musician who performed anti-war songs to jail for a third time as the Kremlin mounts a no-limits crackdown on any signs of dissent or opposition.
Trump claims 'very big victory' as shutdown vote nears
President Donald Trump declared victory on Tuesday as an effort to end the longest-ever US government shutdown headed to a final vote and rival Democrats tore themselves apart over the deal.
France warns over Caribbean 'instability' as G7 talks open
France's foreign minister criticized "military operations" in the Caribbean at a G7 meeting on Tuesday, as the deployment of a US aircraft carrier strike group escalated an arms buildup in the region.
New Report Reveals Brazilians Face 252 Scam Encounters Annually Despite High Confidence in Spotting Fraud
State of Scam Brazil Report Shows R$99 billion Lost; Cross-Sector Webinar to Address Growing Crisis
Close Zelensky ally accused of orchestrating major graft scheme
Ukrainian investigators on Tuesday accused a close ally of President Volodymyr Zelensky of orchestrating a $100 million corruption scheme, as a major standoff over graft in the war-torn country escalates.
Iraqi voters turn out in numbers as region watches on
Iraqis voted for a new parliament Tuesday, with an unexpectedly high turnout of more than 55 percent, at a pivotal time for the country and the wider region.
Macron warns any planned West Bank annexation a 'red line'
French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Tuesday that any Israeli plans for annexation in the West Bank would be a "red line" and would provoke a European reaction.
BBC must fight, says outgoing chief as Trump threatens to sue
The BBC's outgoing boss urged staff to "fight" for its journalism Tuesday as the British broadcaster grappled with how to respond to US President Donald Trump's threat to sue over a misleading edit.
UN aid chief hails talks with Sudan army leader
UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher held Tuesday what he called "constructive" talks with Sudan's army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan to ensure life-saving aid reaches all corners of the war-ravaged country.
US aircraft carrier in Latin America fuels Venezuelan fears of attack
A US aircraft carrier strike group arrived in Latin America on Tuesday, escalating a military buildup that Venezuela has warned could trigger a full-blown conflict as it announced its own deployment.
For many Syrians, Sharaa's US visit marks new beginning
On the streets of Damascus on Tuesday, Syrians viewed their leader's visit to Washington as a shift towards the West that could pave the way to reviving the country's war-battered economy.
Russia offers US nuclear talks in bid to ease tensions
Russia on Tuesday offered to discuss with the United States allegations from Washington that it had carried out secret underground nuclear tests, in a bid to ease tensions between the world's top two nuclear superpowers.
Iraqis vote in general election at crucial regional moment
Iraqis voted for a new parliament on Tuesday at a pivotal time for the country and the wider region, in an election that both Iran and the United States will be closely watching.
Shock follows carnage after suicide bombing in Islamabad
Charred vehicles and a mangled motorcycle lay outside Islamabad's district court Tuesday, their metal frames still warm as investigators sealed off the area where a suicide bomber had killed at least 12 people.
BBC must 'fight' for its journalism, outgoing chief says amid Trump lawsuit threat
The BBC's outgoing boss urged staff to "fight" for its journalism Tuesday as the broadcaster grappled with how to respond to Donald Trump's threat of a lawsuit over a misleading edit of the US president.
'Sayyid says': Influential Shiite cleric's supporters boycott Iraq vote
When Iraqi Shiite cleric Moqtada Sadr gives an order, his supporters listen. On Tuesday, as many Iraqis lined up to cast their votes for a new parliament, that order was to skip the election entirely and spend the day with family instead.
Calls for 'mano dura' as crime-rattled Chile votes for president
A surge in violent crime looks set to dominate presidential elections Sunday in Chile, where the far-right is riding high with promises to crack down on transnational gangs and carry out mass migrant deportations.
Trump says 'we've had a lot of problems' with France
President Donald Trump took a sudden swipe at France on Monday during an interview with US broadcaster Fox News, saying "we've had a lot of problems with the French."
Iraqis vote in general election at a crucial regional moment
Iraqis began voting for a new parliament on Tuesday at a pivotal time for the country and the wider region, in an election that both Iran and the United States will be closely watching.
UK unemployment jumps to 5% before key govt budget
Britain's unemployment rate rose more than expected to five percent in the third quarter, the highest level since early 2021, official data showed Tuesday ahead of a key UK government budget.
Iraqis vote in general election in rare moment of calm
Iraqis began voting for a new parliament on Tuesday at a pivotal time for the country and the wider region, in an election that both Iran and the United States will be closely watching.
'Joy to beloved motherland': N.Korea football glory fuels propaganda
North Korea is basking in its dominance of women's youth football after a third World Cup win in just over a year, sporting success that is being used to justify the secretive state's political system.
Taiwan coastguard faces China's might near frontline islands
With a clear view of China's skyscraper-studded coastline, Taiwanese coastguard captain Huang Heng-chun steers his patrol boat through choppy waters around a group of islands controlled by Taipei.
Concentration of corporate power a 'huge' concern: UN rights chief
A few tech giants accumulating massive power coupled with artificial intelligence is posing huge global rights challenges and needs regulation, the UN human rights chief told AFP in an interview.
Trump says firebrand ally Greene has 'lost her way' after criticism
It used to be a political match made in MAGA heaven.
Ukraine, China's critical mineral dominance, on agenda as G7 meets
G7 foreign ministers gather in Canada Tuesday for meetings expected to focus on Ukraine and find consensus on a path forward to end the four-year-old conflict.
Syria joins alliance against Islamic State after White House talks
Syria is joining the global coalition against the Islamic State group, a US official said Monday hours after President Donald Trump welcomed his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa for historic White House talks.
UN warns of rough winter ahead for refugees
The United Nations warned Tuesday that millions of refugees and displaced people face a gruelling winter, with far less humanitarian aid available this year as the coldest months arrive in the northern hemisphere.
Trump hails Syria's 'tough' ex-jihadist president after historic talks
US President Donald Trump hailed his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa after unprecedented talks at the White House Monday, saying Sharaa's "rough" past as a jihadist would help him rebuild the war-torn country.
Syria's ex-jihadist president meets Trump for historic talks
Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa met President Donald Trump at the White House for unprecedented talks Monday, capping a dramatic turnaround for a former jihadist who once had a $10 million US bounty on his head.
US mediator Kushner and Netanyahu discuss phase two of Gaza truce
US mediator Jared Kushner and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held talks Monday on the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, as Washington intensified its efforts to ensure the fragile truce endures.