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US lifts restrictions on Saudi weapons, with eye on resolving Gaza
The United States confirmed Monday it would resume sales of offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia, as concerns over human rights in the kingdom's Yemen war give way to US hopes for it to play a role in resolving the conflict in Gaza.
Iran could make 'significant' attack on Israel this week: White House
Iran could launch a "significant" attack on Israel as soon as this week, the White House said Monday, as US President Joe Biden discussed the crisis with European leaders.
UK welcomes 'de-escalation' of far-right violence after atrocity
The UK government welcomed Monday the "de-escalation" of far-right inspired disorder and rioting following a knife attack that killed three children, but insisted officials remain on "high alert".
Western media hail Olympics while Russia scorns 'shameful' Games
The Paris Olympics won mostly rave reviews from western media after they closed on Sunday, while media in Russia, whose team were excluded because of its war in Ukraine, sniffed at France's success.
In Moscow, volunteers gather aid as thousands flee border
At an aid collection point in Moscow, a small group of volunteers sorted through a mountain of donations left for those fleeing fighting near the Ukrainian border.
Calls for Gaza truce grow, Hamas wants Biden plan implemented
International pressure mounted Monday for a ceasefire in Gaza as Britain, France and Germany made a joint plea for an end to fighting between Israel and Hamas with "no further delay".
Putin orders army to 'dislodge' Ukraine as over 120,000 flee border
President Vladimir Putin ordered his army on Monday to "dislodge" Ukrainian troops who have entered Russian territory as authorities said over 120,000 people had been evacuated away from the fighting.
Calls for Gaza truce grow, Hamas urges Biden plan implementation
International pressure mounted Monday for a ceasefire in Gaza, with Britain, France and Germany issuing a joint plea for an end to fighting between Israel and Hamas with "no further delay".
Russia orders fresh evacuations as it battles Ukraine attack
Two Russian regions bordering Ukraine ordered more evacuations on Monday as Moscow battled to contain an unprecedented push onto its territory.
Kiribati's pro-China government faces election test
Pacific nation Kiribati will begin voting in a general election this week, a poll that will test the strengthening ties between China and the government of the climate-threatened archipelago.
Asian markets mixed as focus turns to US inflation data
Asian markets were mixed Monday as investors try to move on from last week's upheaval that was fuelled by US recession worries, with focus on the release of key inflation and retail data.
'Waiting for death': desperate plight of Tigray's war displaced
Wolde Meressa lives cheek by jowl in a cramped classroom with 30 other people in a school that has been converted into a shelter for displaced people in Ethiopia's war-scarred region of Tigray.
Venezuela opposition calls for worldwide protests for election 'truth'
Venezuela's opposition called Sunday for worldwide protests on August 17 to show support for its claimed victory in last month's election over President Nicolas Maduro, who was declared the winner.
Hamas demands Biden truce plan implemented as Gazans flee Israeli advance
Hamas on Sunday urged Gaza mediators to implement a truce plan presented by US President Joe Biden instead of holding more talks, as Palestinians fled a new Israeli military operation.
'God saved me': Kursk rout sparks panic, bombs along Ukraine border
The roar of artillery fire was deafening as Tetyana conferred with neighbours in her small village, which hugs the Russian border, over whether they should hold tight or flee.
In TV interview, Biden explains his election exit
US President Joe Biden, in his first TV interview since withdrawing from the election, has said he acted under pressure from fellow Democrats and out of a determination to see Donald Trump beaten.
Gazans flee as Israeli forces push into Khan Yunis
Palestinians fled southern Gaza's main city on Sunday as Israel warned of a new military operation, a day after one of the deadliest reported strikes in more than 10 months of war.
Rwanda's Kagame sworn in saying regional peace 'a priority'
Rwanda's all-powerful President Paul Kagame was sworn in Sunday for a fourth term, saying regional peace was a "priority" in the face of ongoing conflict in the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo.
Russian army concedes Ukraine advances in Kursk offensive
Russia on Sunday acknowledged Ukrainian forces had pierced deep into the Kursk border region in an offensive that a top official in Ukraine said was aimed to "destabilise" Russia and "stretch" its armed forces.
Rwanda's Kagame sworn in for fourth term
Rwanda's all-powerful President Paul Kagame was sworn in on Sunday for a fourth term after sweeping to victory in elections last month with more than 99 percent of the vote.
Thousands of Ukrainian troops on incursion to 'destabilise' Russia: official
Thousands of Ukrainian troops are taking part in a major incursion into Russian territory, aiming to destabilise Russia by showing up its weaknesses, a top Ukrainian official has told AFP.
Rwanda's Kagame to be sworn in for fourth term
Rwanda's all-powerful President Paul Kagame is to be sworn in on Sunday for another five years after sweeping to victory in elections last month with more than 99 percent of the vote.
Philippines' Marcos condemns China's 'illegal and reckless' actions over disputed reef
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos on Sunday condemned what he called "illegal and reckless" actions by China's air force last week against a Filipino military plane patrolling over a disputed South China Sea reef.
NY eco activists turn up heat on Citi over polluting investments
Environmental campaigners in New York have kept up a campaign of direct action against one of the city's foremost banking empires, Citi, accusing the group of fueling the climate crisis.
Venezuelan opposition demands Maduro end 'persecution'
Venezuela's opposition candidate called Saturday for President Nicolas Maduro to end "violence and persecution," hours after the country's high court said its upcoming ruling on the disputed July 28 election cannot be appealed.
After Olympic dream, a rude political awakening for Macron?
The success of the Olympic Games has surpassed the wildest dreams of many in France but in the next weeks President Emmanuel Macron still will have to face the reality of the deadlocked politics created by his calling of snap legislative elections.
Venezuela court says its ruling on disputed vote will be 'final'
The ruling that Venezuela's Supreme Court will deliver on the disputed presidential election will be "final," the body's president said Saturday during a hearing on the July 28 vote.
Celine Dion jabs Trump for playing 'Titanic' song at rally
Celine Dion took a jab at Donald Trump on Saturday for using at an election rally the song she wrote and sang for the disaster movie "Titanic," about the ocean liner's sinking.
Russia evacuates tens of thousands amid Ukraine incursion
Struggling to put down a major Ukrainian incursion for a fifth day, Russia on Saturday said it had evacuated tens of thousands of people from its border region, launched a "counter-terror operation" and warned that the fighting was endangering a nuclear power plant.
New polls give Harris a lead over Trump in three key states
Kamala Harris now leads Donald Trump in three crucial battleground states, according to new polls published Saturday, apparently eroding the advantage the former president has enjoyed there over the past year.
Israel faces anger over Gaza school strike rescuers say killed 93
Rescuers in Gaza said an Israeli air strike on a religious school housing displaced Palestinians killed 93 people on Saturday, sparking international condemnation despite Israel's insistence that it was targeting militants.
'Children torn apart': Israel strike rains hell on Gaza dawn prayers
White body bags littered the floor and mourning filled the air after a school housing displaced Palestinians was struck with Israeli missiles Saturday -- a horrific and increasingly common sight in the Gaza war.