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France defends abstention on UN slave trade resolution
France justified abstaining on a UN resolution recognising the slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity.
Trump cancels US envoys’ trip after Iran’s Araghchi leaves Pakistan
Trump later suggests that next talks will be over phone, saying 'If they want to talk, all they have to do is call!!!'
Reported US CIA agents killed in crash not authorised to operate: Mexico
Mexican government says it is seeking details after incident raises questions about US activities on its territory.
Joy and desire for change as Gaza’s Deir el-Balah holds elections
Deir el-Balah residents vote for first time since 2006 despite destruction, displacement and genocide.
Iran FM Abbas Araghchi and Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif meet in Pakistan
Iranian FM Araghchi met Pakistani PM Sharif in Islamabad as part of efforts to revive direct negotiations with the US.
US to allow Venezuelan government to cover Maduro’s lawyer fees
Defence lawyers had asked for case to be thrown out, claiming Maduro's rights were violated following US abduction.
After years of avoidance, Trump to attend first White House press dinner
Professional organisations call on attendees to 'speak forcefully' at annual event, which will not feature a comedian.
African governments need to take urgent action on fertiliser shortages
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have slowed fertiliser shipments which could put harvests at risk.
Deporting soldiers? Why immigrant veterans fear removal from the US
Trump's push for mass deportation has heightened fears that immigrant veterans of the US military could be expelled.
Israeli attacks kill four in southern Lebanon
Raids on a truck and a motorcycle in the town of Yohmor al-Shaqif kill four people, state media report.