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Trump says US to lift Syria sanctions, ending years of Washington’s policy
US president declares sanctions have 'served their purpose' and this gives Syria 'a chance at greatness'.
Medical professionals must speak out and act on Gaza now
I spent 22 days in Gaza. I saw so much death and destruction but also unbelievable courage, compassion and dedication.
India expels Pakistan diplomat as war of words simmers in place of fighting
Pakistan reiterates its commitment to the ceasefire but warns it will respond forcefully to any future Indian attacks.
US reality TV star Kim Kardashian testifies about Paris robbery
The suspects made off with nearly $6m in jewellery, in a robbery that prompted change in the entertainment industry.
Libya’s prime minister asserts control after deadly Tripoli violence
After clashes kill six in Tripoli, PM Abdul Hamid Dbeibah says a military operation restored calm in the capital.
France mosque killing should be investigated as terrorism, says lawyer
The murder of Aboubakar Cisse at a French mosque should be investigated by anti-terror police, according to a lawyer.
US and Saudi Arabia agree to $142bn weapons sale during Trump visit
The White House says an agreement with Saudi Arabia includes investments in weapons and technology totaling $600bn.
Gutted
Fault Lines, Mother Jones investigate how private equity firm gutted a hospital chain for profit, endangering patients.
Is Israel’s ‘template for genocide’ being used in Sudan?
Israel’s ‘template for genocide’ is being used in Sudan, according to international law expert Luigi Daniele.
US deportations raise serious human rights concerns, UN says
The United Nations raised alarm over the large number of people being deported from the United States.
Albania’s ruling Socialists secure majority in parliamentary vote
A near-complete ballot count shows the Socialist Party secured 52 percent of the votes or 82 of 140 parliamentary seats.
Real Madrid vs Mallorca: La Liga – Vinicius Jr, start, team news, lineups
With their La Liga title defence now in serious jeopardy, Real Madrid host Mallorca with their season on the line.
One Month in Ramallah: Life and leadership under occupation
In the heart of the occupied city of Ramallah, a governor leads her people through a month of grief, defiance and hope.
India’s ‘new normal’ of perpetual war will damage its democracy
The BJP whipped up war fervour in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack. Now it cannot ‘disappoint’ with peace.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial: Key takeaways from day 1, what’s expected today?
One of the witnesses, Daniel Phillip, will testify again as the sex-trafficking trial enters day two.
Business and defence deals top the agenda as Trump lands in Riyadh
US President Donald Trump is in Saudi Arabia, on the first day of his three-nation Middle East tour.
Why has Trump given white South Africans refugee status?
Trump stirs controversy by calling Afrikaners, a minority group descended from Dutch colonists, victims of a ‘genocide’
What does the future look like for Palestinians in Gaza?
As Gaza lies in ruins, who will lead its reconstruction, and what future awaits under siege without a political roadmap?
Dozens of white South Africans welcomed to US as refugees
A group of white South Africans granted refugee status have arrived in the US.
Can skateboarding transform lives in Bangladesh?
"We kept finding her on the streets so we involved her in our skate programs."