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IAEA stresses 'urgency' to verify Iran's nuclear material

IAEA stresses 'urgency' to verify Iran's nuclear material

The UN nuclear watchdog stressed on Friday the "utmost urgency" of its request to verify all nuclear material in Iran, according to a confidential report seen by AFP.

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UN urges action to prevent full civil war in South Sudan

UN urges action to prevent full civil war in South Sudan

The UN rights chief voiced alarm Friday at the deteriorating situation in South Sudan, calling for swift action to avert a return to full-scale civil war.

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Hackers steal medical details of 15 million in France

Hackers steal medical details of 15 million in France

France's health ministry said Friday that administrative details and medical notes on more than 15 million people had been hacked.

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Trump says frustrated with Iran talks as US personnel leave Israel

Trump says frustrated with Iran talks as US personnel leave Israel

US President Donald Trump on Friday voiced frustration with Iran's stance in nuclear negotiations but said he had not yet decided whether to carry out a threatened attack, as US staff were authorized to leave Israel due to heightened risks.

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Susan Sarandon praises Spain’s stance on Gaza

Susan Sarandon praises Spain’s stance on Gaza

Veteran Hollywood star Susan Sarandon on Friday praised the Spanish government's support for Gaza, saying it was "on the right side of history".

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Murray adamant size isn't everything despite losing Wales place

Murray adamant size isn't everything despite losing Wales place

Scarlets full-back Blair Murray is confident size isn't everything as he looks to regain his place in Wales' starting 15.

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Ukrainian, Slovak leaders to meet over oil pipeline dispute

Ukrainian, Slovak leaders to meet over oil pipeline dispute

The leaders of Ukraine and Slovakia agreed on Friday to hold a face-to-face meeting as they wrangle over a blocked pipeline that takes Russian oil to Slovakia and Hungary, officials said.

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Messi knocked down by fan in Puerto Rico pitch invasion

Messi knocked down by fan in Puerto Rico pitch invasion

Lionel Messi was knocked to the ground as fans invaded the pitch during chaotic scenes at a match in Puerto Rico on Thursday.

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Two killed, dozens injured as tram derails in Milan

Two killed, dozens injured as tram derails in Milan

A tram derailed and smashed into a building in Milan on Friday, killing two people and injuring 38 others, police told AFP.

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O'Neill taken aback by Rangers boss Rohl's comments on Celtic

O'Neill taken aback by Rangers boss Rohl's comments on Celtic

Celtic interim manager Martin O'Neill believes it is "absolutely extraordinary" that Rangers counterpart Danny Rohl has commented on his team selection ahead of Sunday's Old Firm derby at Ibrox.

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