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Russia criticises US as final nuclear warhead treaty set to expire
Experts have warned that the expiry of the US-Russia New START treaty could spark a fresh nuclear arms race.
Colombia’s EGC suspends Doha peace talks over Petro-Trump meeting
The criminal group suspended talks in response to reports that the US and Colombia would target its leader for arrest.
Return through Rafah: Palestinian women recount Israeli interrogation
Palestinian women returning to Gaza describe detention, interrogations, and confiscation of belongings.
Russia jails stand-up comic Artemy Ostani over war joke
Artemy Ostanin sentenced to more than five years in a penal colony after joking about a 'legless' war veteran.
Hungary jails German activist for eight years over far-right rally attacks
Maja T was part of a group that attacked participants at Budapest's 'Day of Honour', a major neo-Nazi event.
Washington Post announces massive layoffs in blow to storied paper
Spokesperson says that cuts apply to about one-third of newsroom, with sport and international coverage largely gutted.
Rubio: US ready to talk with Iran, ‘not sure’ a deal can be reached
US Secretary of State said the US would prefer to make a deal with Iran, but he’s “not sure” a deal can be reached.
Trump hails ‘excellent’ phone call with China’s Xi amid trade tensions
Trump stresses his 'extremely good' personal relationship with Xi Jinping, key to maintaining stable US-China ties.
Mixed emotions among Palestinians as Rafah crossing partially reopens
Emotional homecomings seen as some Palestinians reunite with loved ones amid mixed sentiments at the Rafah border.
Killing of Saif Gaddafi removes alternative to Libya’s rival governments
Death of former dictator's son removes symbolic alternative to Libya's entrenched political deadlock, analysts say.