Category: Global News
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.
US appeals court rejects Trump’s immigration detention policy
In a 3-0 ruling, court says Trump administration misread a decades-old immigration law to justify mandatory detention.
Iran war live: Trump says Tehran wants end to blockade; Israel kills medics
US president says Iran has reached out and asked Washington to lift its naval blockade on Iranian ports.
As US-Iran talks remain ‘stalled’, experts warn of ‘long-term disruptions’
With the two sides locked in a standoff, oil prices have continued to soar.
Former FBI director Comey again indicted by US Justice Department
Trump has long called for prosecution of Comey, who led an FBI investigation related to the president's 2016 campaign.
The biggest military spenders
Global military spending is up again, according to SIPRI’s latest report showing the 11th consecutive year of growth.