Cannes juror denounces Hollywood boycott of actors for Gaza war views
2026 Cannes Film Festival juror Paul Laverty denounced Hollywood for boycotting actors who’ve opposed the Gaza war.
Trump backs Pakistan as Iran mediator after criticism from Lindsey Graham
Trump backs Pakistan as Iran mediator after criticism from Lindsey Graham US president lauds Islamabad, but his Republican ally says he does not trust Pakistan to facilitate Iran diplomacy. Save…
Why have peace efforts failed to end conflict in Sudan?
Inside Story Why have peace efforts failed to end conflict in Sudan? The UN says the use of drones is making the conflict more dangerous. Divided by fighting, desperate for…
Red Cross says people displaced by conflict in Colombia doubled last year
Red Cross says people displaced by conflict in Colombia doubled last year Annual report by ICRC finds worsening conditions for Colombian civilians amid continued fighting between armed groups. Save A…
Why is Iran increasingly targeting the UAE in its war messaging?
Why is Iran increasingly targeting the UAE in its war messaging? The UAE’s close ties to the US and Israel have placed the Gulf country under Iranian suspicion. Save An…
Ukraine hits Russia’s distant gas facilities after Moscow’s attacks kill 6
Ukraine hits Russia’s distant gas facilities after Moscow’s attacks kill 6 Warring sides resumed fighting after the three-day ceasefire came to an end. Save A firefighter works at the site…
Moment taxi driver wrestles armed man during police chase in Turkiye
A taxi driver wrestled a gunman that was forcing him to drive during a police chase in Turkiye.
Macron unveils $27 billion Africa investment, urges reset with Europe
French President Emmanuel Macron, in Kenya for the Africa Forward summit, called for a ‘fundamental reset’ in Africa.
Trump skirts question on US ‘red lines’ for Iran ceasefire
Trump skirted a question from a reporter about whether he has a ‘red line’ that would end the ceasefire with Iran.
‘Cotton picking’: US lawmaker condemned for racist comment about Jeffries
‘Cotton picking’: US lawmaker condemned for racist comment about Jeffries US representative Jen Kiggans appears to endorse racist statements about top House Democrat Hakeem Jeffries. Save US House Minority Leader…