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Labour triumphs in Malta election, preliminary results show
Labour Party secures historic fourth term in Malta amid geopolitical and economic instability concerns.
Ukrainian drone attacks hit multiple Russian targets, including refinery
Saratov refinery hit as Ukrainian strikes intensify across Russian regions, damaging civilian infrastructure.
Trump tightens terms on Iran war deal, US media say
US officials indicate Tehran may take days to respond to Trump's tougher terms on a potential peace agreement.
The strait may reopen, but global confidence may not return
The next phase of the Strait of Hormuz crisis may be defined less by its closure than by conditional access.
Iran war day 93: Trump won’t ‘rush’ deal; Israel expands Lebanon invasion
Donald Trump says talks with Iran are progressing 'slowly but surely', as Israel intensifies operations in Lebanon.
Holder Gauff beaten by Potapova; Sabalenka solid at French Open
Gauff's exit leaves four-time champion Swiatek and world number one Sabalenka as top contenders for the women's title.
Missing Syrian chess champion’s children likely dead, authorities say
Syrian commission confirms deaths of Rania al-Abbasi's six children, missing since 2013 under Bashar al-Assad's rule.
Israel issues more displacement orders in Lebanon, seizes strategic castle
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz describes the capture of Beaufort Castle as a significant tactical victory.
How Nigeria’s ‘algorithmic apothecary’ fuels a surge in risky herbal cures
Unverified herbal remedies promoted on social media are driving rising health risks and delayed treatment in Nigeria.
The world hit a 44-year high in executions
Governments around the world executed more people in 2025 than at any point since 1981.