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North Korea's Kim oversees ICBM engine test: state media
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a test of a solid-fuel engine designed for intercontinental ballistic missiles, state media reported on Tuesday.
Norway PM's left bloc wins election, populists surge
Norway's left-wing bloc led by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store won Monday's legislative elections, which also saw a record surge in support for the anti-immigration Progress Party.
US Supreme Court allows roving LA immigration patrols
The US Supreme Court on Monday lifted an order preventing government agents from carrying out roving patrols to detain migrants in California, upholding at least for now a practice critics say amounts to racial profiling.
At least 19 killed in Nepal protest over social media ban, corruption
At least 19 people were killed Monday when police dispersed young demonstrators in Kathmandu and other parts of Nepal demanding the government lift a social media ban and tackle corruption.
Norway PM's left bloc set to win election, populist party surges
Norway's left-wing bloc led by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store looked on course to win Monday's legislative elections, which also saw a surge in support for the anti-immigration Progress Party, early projections showed.
Israeli PM tells Gaza City residents to 'leave now'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told residents of Gaza City on Monday to evacuate, as the military ramped up its deadly assault on the Palestinian territory's largest urban centre.
Argentine peso, stocks fall after ruling party's election setback
The Argentine peso and share prices dropped sharply Monday after President Javier Milei's libertarian party suffered a drubbing in a key provincial election.
At least 17 killed in Nepal protest over social media ban, corruption
At least 17 protesters were killed Monday when Nepal police dispersed young demonstrators in Kathmandu demanding the government lift its social media ban and tackle corruption.
Argentina's Milei to join far-right rally in Madrid
Argentine President Javier Milei will attend a far-right rally in Madrid this weekend, the organisers announced on Monday, a year after he caused a diplomatic spat with inflammatory comments on a previous visit.
Nepal police open fire, killing 17 protesting social media ban
Nepal police on Monday opened fire, killing at least 17 people as thousands of young protesters took to the streets of Kathmandu demanding the government lift a social media ban and tackle corruption.
African Union chief calls for more 'climate justice' funds
Africa, which emits only four percent of greenhouse gases but suffers disproportionately from the impact of global warming, called Monday for more funding for adaptation in the name of "climate justice".
Excessive debt 'life-threatening' for France, PM tells parliament
France's excessive debt pile is "life-threatening" for the country, Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said Monday as he defended billions of euros of budget cuts ahead of a confidence vote expected to bring down his government.
Palestinian gunmen shoot dead six people in east Jerusalem attack: foreign minister
Palestinian gunmen opened fire at a bus stop in east Jerusalem on Monday, killing six people and wounding several others, according to Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, in one of the deadliest anti-Israeli attacks since the outbreak of the Gaza war.
At least 16 killed in Nepal protest over social media ban
At least 16 protesters were killed Monday when Nepal police dispersed young demonstrators in Kathmandu demanding the government lift its social media ban and tackle corruption.
At least 10 killed in Nepal protest over social media ban
At least 10 protesters were killed Monday after Nepal police fired rubber bullets, tear gas and water cannon to disperse demonstrators in Kathmandu demanding the government lift its ban on social media and tackle corruption.
Thai ex-PM Thaksin lands in Bangkok ahead of crucial court date
Influential Thai ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra landed back home on Monday ahead of a scheduled watershed ruling by the kingdom's top court which may see him jailed.
Ukraine's Donbas refugees don't want to be sacrificed for peace
Maryna Tereshchenko still remembers the smell of the apricot trees in her Donbas home town, and clings to the hope that she will one day be able to return to east Ukraine.
Norway votes in tight election where war and tariffs loom large
Norwegians began voting Monday in an election where US President Donald Trump's tariffs and the war in Ukraine could give a boost to the government led by Labour Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store.
Israel warns Hamas to surrender or face 'annihilation'
Israel's defence minister told Hamas on Monday to lay down its arms or face annihilation, after US President Donald Trump said the militant group must accept a deal to release hostages in Gaza.
China 'elephant in the room' at fraught Pacific Islands summit
Pacific Islands leaders are meeting in the Solomons this week for an influential summit clouded by differences over China's mounting influence in the region that risks scuppering regional cooperation.
'Trump Whisperer' ex-minister joins Japan PM race
A former top diplomat dubbed the "Trump Whisperer" was the first candidate Monday to join the race to be Japan's next leader, a day after premier Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation.
Norway votes in election influenced by wars and tariff threats
Norway votes on Monday in a closely fought election in which geopolitical issues including US President Donald Trump's tariff threats and the war in Ukraine could give a boost to the government.
French parliament set to eject PM in blow to Macron
France's parliament is expected to oust Prime Minister Francois Bayrou on Monday after just nine months in office, plunging the key EU member into new political uncertainty and creating a painful dilemma for President Emmanuel Macron.
Trump threatens Russia with sanctions after biggest aerial attack on Ukraine
US President Donald Trump threatened Sunday to impose more sanctions on Russia, after the Kremlin unleashed its biggest-ever aerial barrage at Ukraine.
Trump booed at US Open after visit delays final
President Donald Trump's attendance at the US Open men's final on Sunday delayed the start of the match, as hordes of tennis fans struggled to get through tightened security checkpoints.
Trump issues 'last warning' to Hamas over hostages
US President Donald Trump said Sunday he was issuing a "last warning" to Hamas, saying the Palestinian militant group must accept a deal to release hostages in Gaza.
Tens of thousands march for Palestinians in Belgian capital
Tens of thousands took to the streets of Brussels on Sunday to express support for the Palestinian cause, days after Belgium's foreign minister said the European Union's credibility was "collapsing" because of its failure to act.
Bolsonaro supporters pack Brazil streets ahead of coup verdict
Thousands of supporters of Brazil's far-right former president Jair Bolsonaro demonstrated Sunday in several cities, days before the Supreme Court decides whether he is guilty of attempting a coup.
Russia unleashes biggest air barrage on Ukraine, hits government complex
Russia fired its biggest-ever aerial barrage at Ukraine early Sunday, killing four people and setting government offices in Kyiv ablaze, an attack President Volodymyr Zelensky warned would prolong the war.
Russia hits Ukraine govt offices in war's biggest air attack
Russia fired its biggest-ever aerial barrage at Ukraine early Sunday, killing four people and setting government offices in Kyiv ablaze, an attack President Volodymyr Zelensky warned would prolong the war.
Trump heads to US Open in latest high-profile sport outing
President Donald Trump is to attend the US Open men's final on Sunday, adding the Grand Slam tennis tournament to a list of high-profile sport outings since beginning his new term.
Greek PM calls fraud in EU farm subsidies 'a chronic problem'
Greece's prime minister said Sunday that alleged fraud of EU agricultural subsidies was "a chronic problem" in his country's farm sector that started before his government's mandate.