Iraq’s new PM Ali al-Zaidi formally takes over
Iraq’s new prime minister Ali al‑Zaidi has formally taken office in Baghdad, pledging reforms.
Poll shows Lula and Bolsonaro tied before Brazil’s presidential election
Poll shows Lula and Bolsonaro tied before Brazil’s presidential election Right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro faces new scrutiny over a film funding scandal, which could affect his race against incumbent Lula.…
Two presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia as elections near
Two presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia as elections near Colombia’s citizens’ rights office says the violence could hinder the ‘exercise of political rights’ ahead of the May vote to…
German police assault protesters at Nakba anniversary rally
German police hit and pepper-spray protesters as thousands gathered in Berlin to mark the 78th anniversary of the Nakba.
In response to Trump, Taiwan says it is ‘sovereign and independent’
In response to Trump, Taiwan says it is ‘sovereign and independent’ Taiwan says it will maintain ‘status quo’ and deepen ties with the US after Trump meets with China’s Xi…
Can new Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions lead to another border clash?
Inside Story Can new Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions lead to another border clash? Both sides target each other despite a pause in fighting mediated in March. Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have…
Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel
Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia all withdrew in protest against Israel’s participation in the midst of its war…
Bolivian army attempts to clear roads after 11 days of protests
Military police in Bolivia arrested demonstrators, and used tear gas to disrupt road blockades after 11 days of protests
Taiwan says it is an independent nation after Trump arms sale remarks
Taiwan stressed that it is a “sovereign and independent” nation
Palestinian President Abbas casts vote in decisive Fatah elections
Palestinian President Abbas casts vote in decisive Fatah elections Internal Fatah leadership elections take place amid questions of who will eventually succeed the 90-year-old leader. Save Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas…