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US Senate blocks bid to stop Trump using military against Cuba
Senator Tim Kaine says if anyone did to the US 'what we are doing to Cuba', it would be considered 'an act of war'.
UN aid chief says situation in Somalia worsened by US war on Iran
UN relief coordinator Tom Fletcher has slammed the war on Iran during a visit to Somalia.
PSG vs Bayern Munich: Football experts, fans react to Champions League semi
The nine-goal thriller in Paris is hailed as one of the best football matches across all competitions.
Europe named ‘fastest-warming continent’ in latest climate change report
From heatwaves to wildfires and shrinking ice cover, Europe is facing 'severe' impact from climate change, UN body says.
Can Russia serve as an economic lifeline for Iran amid the Hormuz blockade?
Analysts say that Moscow could offer a 'lifeline' but logistical issues, costs offer little incentive in the long-run.
US, Latin America countries criticise China’s retaliation over Panama Canal
China has detained nearly 70 Panamanian-flagged ships after Supreme Court ruling on Panama Canal, US officials say.
Trump to feature on limited-edition US passports for 250th anniversary
The passports are part of broader plans to celebrate the milestone anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
Lebanon’s PM slams Israel’s ‘war crimes’ as attack kills 3 rescue workers
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says Israel violating international law that protects civilians and humanitarian workers.
UAE quits OPEC as oil cartel takes blow during war on Iran
The UAE’s decision to quit OPEC to prioritise its ‘national interests’ deals a blow to the oil group.
Mali’s military leader emerges after alleged coup attempt
Mali’s military leader says the country is ‘under control’ after what’s been described as an attempted coup.