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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,175
These are the key events on day 1,175 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
Did Pakistan shoot down five Indian fighter jets? What we know
New Delhi and Islamabad have provided contrasting claims about the incident.
‘We need our bananas back’: Traders left in limbo amid Malawi-Tanzania spat
Trade dispute between the southeast African neighbours left Malawian fruit sellers struggling for produce and income.
What did India and Pakistan gain – and lose – in their military standoff?
As the archrivals halt hostilities after four days of fighting, analysts discuss if either gained an upper hand.
Can you find these Palestinian cities?
Drop a pin to guess where each Palestinian city is, and uncover its history, culture and the impact of the 1948 Nakba.
Trump administration cuts another $450m in Harvard grants in escalating row
Cuts come in addition to $2.2bn in suspended contracts and grants, as US president seeks to pressure Ivy League school.
Uruguay’s Jose Mujica, a president famed for sparse living, dead at 89
Mujica, a former Marxist guerrilla known by the nickname 'Pepe', became a beloved figure for his simple lifestyle.
US decision to lift sanctions on Syria: Here’s what you need to know
US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia that he would lift sanctions on Syria.
Israel ‘normalisation’ takes backseat as Trump announces Saudi deals
In Riyadh, US president focuses on business, shifting from Biden's policy that prioritised Saudi Arabian-Israeli ties.
French actor Gérard Depardieu guilty of sexual assault on film set in 2021
French actor Gérard Depardieu was found guilty on May 13 of sexually assaulting two women on a 2021 film set.
Mali dissolves all political parties after opposition figures ‘arrested’
Human rights groups say politicians have been forcibly disappeared in recent days
Trump announces surprise end to Syria sanctions
US President Donald Trump surprised with news that his administration will drop sanctions on Syria.
Trump says US will drop sanctions against Syria
Trump announced that he will remove the US sanctions against Syria, imposed during President Bashar al-Assad’s rule.
Iraq frees over 19,000 prisoners under new amnesty, including some ex-ISIL
Officials say prisons at almost double capacity earlier this month.
Will the US-China tariff deal avert a possible global trade war?
The world's two biggest economies agree to de-escalate tariff face-off.
Did Hakeem Jeffries overstate share of veterans using food stamps?
Evidence shows Jeffries's statement that about 20 percent of veteran households rely on food stamps is mostly false.
Will budget cuts cause the end of the UN as we know it?
The UN faces a historic crisis as aid is slashed, staff are laid off, and millions worldwide risk losing urgent support.
Diddy’s lawyers downplay “suggestion of sex-trafficking”
Attorney Areva Martin breaks down Diddy’s first court day, analysing the proceedings and key evidence presented so far.
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.