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China confirms talks over possible Xi-Putin-Trump summit

A trilateral summit could take place this month in Shenzhen China has confirmed that it is discussing a historic meeting of Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated at a press briefing this week that Beijing was “in communication with relevant parties regarding a meeting between the three heads of state”.

Democrats consider impeachment drive against Defence Secretary Hegseth

The US Defence Secretary is accused of pursuing illegal wars and extrajudicial killings Asked on Sunday if the Democrats will try to impeach the US Secretary of Defence, to force him out of the Pentagon, minority House leader Hakeem Jeffries stated simply: “I’m a hard yes. ” “[He] has abused his power, undermined our national security, and engineered this reckless and costly war of choice in Iran,” Jeffries stated.

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Japan, UK, Italy to develop next-generation fighter jet

Japan, Britain and Italy said Friday they will jointly develop a next-generation fighter jet in a project that holds scope for future cooperation with allies including the United States.

Bangladesh opposition says top leaders taken by police

The two top leaders of Bangladesh's main opposition party were taken from their homes by police in the early hours Friday, a party spokesman said, a day before a planned rally was to call for the prime minister's resignation.

Tanks, guns and 'dragon's teeth' guard S Korea frontier island

It is South Korea's westernmost territory, soldiers outnumber residents, and you can see North Korea from almost every barbed wire-lined beach: welcome to Baekryeong Island, a community on the front line.

Peru's ousted president put in provisional detention

Peru's former president Pedro Castillo was placed in provisional detention on Thursday, a day after he was ousted by lawmakers and arrested, accused of attempting a coup.

Israel's Netanyahu requests more time to form government

Israel's prime-minister designate Benjamin Netanyahu asked Thursday for a two-week extension in forming a coalition government with his ultra-Orthodox and extreme-right allies, days before the initial time frame elapses.

A fair trade? Griner swap for jailed arms dealer raises eyebrows

Brittney Griner's release from a prison ordeal in Russia sparked an outpouring of joy -- but also raised tough questions for Joe Biden: was the US president right to trade a notorious arms dealer for the basketball star jailed on minor drug charges?

US Congress passes bill to protect same-sex marriage

The US Congress on Thursday passed landmark legislation to protect same-sex marriage under federal law, and President Joe Biden has vowed to quickly sign the measure.

Canada police suspend contract with China-linked firm

Canada's federal police on Thursday suspended a contract with a Beijing-linked firm to supply and maintain police radio equipment -- following a political backlash, the public safety minister's office said.

Iran triggers outrage with first hanging over protests

Iran carried out its first known execution Thursday over the protests that have shaken the regime since September, sparking an international outcry and warnings from rights groups that more hangings are imminent.

US, Sweden, Finland seek Turkey greenlight soon on NATO

Finland and Sweden joined the United States on Thursday in asking Turkey for its greenlight soon to join NATO, saying they have been fulfilling promises sought by Ankara on militants.

Israel troops kill 4 Palestinians in West Bank unrest

Israeli troops on Thursday killed three Palestinians during a firefight in a West Bank city, and another in a separate incident, Palestinian officials said.

France to make condoms free for young adults aged 18-25

French President Emmanuel Macron said Thursday that condoms would be made available for free in pharmacies for 18- to 25-year-olds in a bid to reduce unwanted pregnancies among young people.

China's Xi, Saudi royals ink deals during high-stakes visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Saudi Arabia's powerful crown prince met Thursday on an Arab outreach visit that has earned a rebuke from Washington, reaching deals in areas including energy and infrastructure.

'Big crime': Pleas for wartime protection of Black Sea

One of Turkey's most influential marine biologists is pleading for the creation of an "ecological corridor" to save dolphins and other sea creatures from destruction during Russia's war on Ukraine.

Basketball star Griner freed in swap for Russian arms dealer

American basketball star Brittney Griner was headed home on Thursday after being freed from a Russian prison in a swap for Viktor Bout, the notorious arms dealer known as the "Merchant of Death."

Putin vows more strikes on Ukraine energy infrastructure

President Vladimir Putin vowed Thursday to keep battering Ukraine's energy grid despite an outcry against the systematic attacks that have plunged millions into the cold and dark as winter sets in.

EU welcomes Croatia into Schengen, blocks Bulgaria, Romania

The EU on Thursday approved Croatia as the newest member of the border check-free Schengen zone from next month, but Austria and the Netherlands blocked Romania and Bulgaria from joining.

Peru's new president under pressure after predecessor's arrest

Peru's new President Dina Boluarte was under pressure Thursday to calm the political turmoil in the country, a day after the dramatic arrest of her predecessor, who stands accused of attempting a coup.

US basketball star Griner freed in Russian prisoner swap

Basketball star Brittney Griner is "safe" and headed home to the United States after being freed from a Russian prison ordeal in a swap for the notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout, the two countries announced on Thursday.

UK turns to army as crippling strikes loom

Britain on Thursday said it was preparing to enlist the army to cover ambulances and border security before a wave of strikes this month as workers demand higher wages.

Kremlin sees 'risk' of Ukraine attacks on Crimea

The Kremlin said Thursday that the Moscow-annexed Crimean Peninsula was vulnerable to Ukrainian attacks after officials said they had shot down a drone near a key naval base.

Outrage as Iran carries out first hanging over protests

Iran carried out its first known execution Thursday over the protests that have shaken the regime since September, sparking international condemnation and warnings from rights groups that more hangings are imminent.

China's Xi meets Saudi crown prince on high-stakes visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping met Saudi Arabia's powerful crown prince on Thursday on an Arab outreach visit that will yield billions of dollars in deals and has earned a rebuke from Washington.

Iran carries out first known execution over Amini protests

Iran carried out its first known execution Thursday over protests sparked by Mahsa Amini's death, hanging a man convicted of blocking a street and wounding a paramilitary member in what human rights activists condemned as "show trials".

Bulgaria, Romania try anew to join passport-free zone

Bulgaria and Romania fear further disappointment when EU ministers meet Thursday to review their elusive decade-plus long bid to join Europe's passport-free Schengen travel region.

Putin says nuclear tensions 'rising' but Moscow won't deploy first

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that nuclear tensions were rising, though he insisted "we have not gone crazy" and Moscow would not be the first to deploy them in the Ukraine conflict.

How not to retire: South Korean ex-president bedevilled by protests

After five years running South Korea, former president Moon Jae-in moved to a peaceful village far away from Seoul, in search of a quiet retirement. Then the protests began.

Civil society wants voice heard at COP15 biodiversity meeting

Protests, public debates and film screenings: this is the other side of the COP15 summit, where NGOs are mobilizing to raise awareness of the need to protect biodiversity and lobbying for a major deal to do just that.

Peru president ousted and arrested after bid to dissolve Congress

Peru's leftist president Pedro Castillo was ousted by lawmakers and arrested Wednesday in a dizzying series of events in a country long prone to political upheaval.

Putin warns of 'lengthy' Ukraine conflict, rising nuclear tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned Wednesday that the war in Ukraine could go on for a long time, and said nuclear tensions had risen because of it.

Pedro Castillo, Peru's 'first poor president,' ousted on corruption charges

When he was elected president of Peru last year, rural school teacher Pedro Castillo was the first leader of the Andean nation in decades with no ties to the elites.

Peru president ousted after bid to dissolve Congress

Peru's leftist leader Pedro Castillo was impeached and replaced as president on Wednesday in a dizzying series of events in the country that has long been prone to political upheaval.

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