Israel-Lebanon direct talks in the US: All to know

Israel and Lebanon hold first direct talks since 1993, but Hezbollah's rejection threatens the US-brokered effort.

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Iran slams YouTube ban on pro-Iranian group’s Lego-style AI videos

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman says the move aims to 'suppress the truth about their illegal war on Iran'.

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Sanctioned tankers transit Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade

Chinese-owned tanker Rich Starry becomes the first sanctioned vessel to exit the Gulf after the US blockade.

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Maradona’s childhood home becomes soup kitchen for those in need

Neighbours gather at Maradona's birthplace for meals, keeping compassion alive in the Buenos Aires suburb of Fiorito.

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Russia’s Lavrov visits China as US pressures Iran with Hormuz blockade

China and Russia have been vocal critics of the US-Israel war on Iran, an ally of both world powers.

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World faces food ‘catastrophe’ if Strait of Hormuz disruption persists: FAO

Global agriculture is highly exposed to the blockage of waterways, risking higher commodity prices and food inflation.

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Carlos Queiroz named Ghana head coach before World Cup

The Portuguese coach takes charge after the sacking of Otto Addo, and will lead the Black Stars at the FIFA World Cup.

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Palestine weekly wrap: ‘Master of the house’ says Ben-Gvir as Al-Aqsa opens

Nine-year-old Ritaj Rihan among multiple Palestinians killed in ongoing Gaza strikes amid fears of escalating violence.

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Yamal seeks inspiration from LeBron, Neymar for Champions League comeback

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal sees Neymar as his idol and wants to watch him play in the World Cup for Brazil.

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Iran war: What is happening on day 46 of the US-Iran conflict?

The US started a blockade on Iranian ports, but Trump said there is still a chance for Tehran to reach a deal.

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China dismisses Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Sun Weidong

Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong's sudden dismissal comes amid a wave of removals amid anticorruption campaign.

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The Sea of Azov: Ukraine’s loss but hardly Russia’s gain

The colossal steel plants along Ukraine's side of the sea are unrestorable ruins since Russia's invasion.

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New trial over football great Maradona’s death begins in Argentina

The trial will, once again, seek to determine if Maradona's medical team was responsible for his death in November 2020.

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Asia’s stock markets surge, oil falls on hopes for US-Iran talks

Relief for global markets comes after Trump says Iranian officials are keen on a deal.

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Indonesia, US sign ‘major’ defence cooperation agreement

Signing of defence partnership follows reports that US is seeking overflight access in Indonesia for military planes.

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Three babies born into Sudan war every minute, charity warns

Sudanese children are being born into conditions 'no child should ever face', Save the Children says.

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Man charged with attempted murder of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

A man has been charged with attempted murder for hurling a Molotov cocktail at the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.

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Super Typhoon Sinlaku bears down on Northern Mariana Islands, Guam

Slow-moving Sinlaku is weakening as it heads towards Guam, but it will still bring dangerous conditions to the region.

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US military kills two men in new strike on vessel in eastern Pacific

Latest attack brings death toll from US strikes on vessels in the Pacific and Caribbean to at least 170 since September.

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Man charged with attempted murder after attack on OpenAI CEO Altman’s home

A 20-year-old Texan faces potential life imprisonment after arson attack on Sam Altman's San Francisco residence.

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