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USA

US Senate vote fails to curb Trump's war powers on Iran

Explosions were reported in Israel after a US submarine sank an Iranian warship, prompting Tehran to threaten the destruction of military and economic infrastructure across the region.

Lebanon

Israel deploys additional troops to Lebanon amid Hezbollah attacks

The death of Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei triggered waves of rocket and drone attacks on Israel by Hezbollah, prompting Israel to respond with airstrikes against the militant group.

Business

What does the US-Israel attack on Iran mean for oil prices?

The US and Israel launched a joint operation at Iran on Saturday morning. Iran retaliated as it had threatened, with explosions reported in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait, risking a wider conflict across the region.

Iran

Trump said he believes reports of Khamenei death are 'correct'

Follow our live coverage of the escalating conflict across the Middle East, which began on Saturday morning with joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran.

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Europe News

Activists hail 'historic' EU's decision on accessible abortion

The EU announced a social fund can be used for cross-border abortion access, drawing mixed reactions from politicians. Nonetheless, the move marks an unusual step taken by the European Union, as healthcare policy is typically determined at a national level.

Europe News

EU says social fund can be used for cross-border abortion access

The decision comes in reaction to a campaign launched by the citizens' initiative "My Voice, My Choice", which raised 1,124,513 signatures across all 27 EU member states asking for improved access to safe abortions in Europe.

France

Festivals cut ties with several DJs over sexual misconduct allegations

An alleged former employee of a Paris-based booking agency released a series of screenshots and text messages involving DJs and accused them of sexual misconduct, causing broader backlash. In the meantime, many performances by artists involved were cancelled while some reject the allegations.

China

China to buy 120 European-made Airbus aircraft, Germany's Merz says

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday to deepen ties between two of the world's leading economies.

Iran

Military helicopter crashes into market in central Iran, killing four

The latest incident comes less than a week after an F-4 fighter jet crashed near Iran's western city of Hamedan, which killed one pilot.

Netherlands

New Dutch minority government sworn in under centrist PM Jetten

The minority coalition government was formed after 117 days, facing an uphill task as it will need to secure opposition support to pass legislation.

Culture news

The Sagrada Família reaches maximum height after more than a century

With the addition of a 17-metre-high white cross now standing on top of the Tower of Jesus Christ, the Sagrada Família has reached its peak height. However, its full completion isn't expected for another decade.

USA

Trump launches his 'Board of Peace' as US-Iran tensions escalate

The first meeting of Trump’s new "Board of Peace" took place on Thursday, bringing together some two dozen allies from across the world in Washington.

Iran

Tehran threatens US and closes Hormuz for drills amid nuclear talks

Iran has temporarily closed the Strait of Hormuz for live-fire drills on Tuesday as tensions with the US escalate, even as new nuclear talks in Geneva seek to avert open conflict.

Iran

Iran's FM sees 'window of opportunity' after fresh US nuclear talks

The second round of indirect talks came amid fears of escalation after Iran said it temporarily closed the Strait of Hormuz for live fire drills, and as the United States bolstered its military presence in the Middle East.

France

Storm Nils caused deaths, major flooding and mass power cuts in France

France is grappling with the aftermath of Storm Nils, as several regions remain under threat of flooding. Portugal and Spain have also been affected by a series of storms that have swept across the Iberian peninsula in recent weeks.

Netherlands

Dutch initiative helps women newcomers to Rotterdam mix by cooking

At the Mixblik food factory, women from around the world combine their passion for cooking with lessons in sales, administration, food industry standards and the Dutch language.

Belgium

Inside Europe's 112 lifeline: The operators racing to save lives

If you were in an emergency, would you know which number to call? Today marks European 112 Day, dedicated to raising awareness of the EU's emergency number, and the people on the other end of the line.

Culture news

Bad Bunny wins album of the year at the 2026 Grammy Awards

Many artists dedicated their award-acceptance speeches to criticise US President Donald Trump’s administration over immigration operations, as the outrage over ICE’s fatal shooting of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis continues to ensue.

USA

Footage reveals Alex Pretti clashed with officers a week before killed

The footage shot on 13 January comes amid rising public uproar over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, with many Democrats and protesters calling for federal immigration officers to leave Minnesota.

Ukraine

Russia strikes passenger train in Ukraine, killing five

A Russian drone struck a passenger train late on Tuesday, killing at least five. Zelenskyy called the attack on a passenger train 'an act of terrorism'.

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