Iraq’s new PM Ali al-Zaidi formally takes over
Iraq’s new prime minister Ali al‑Zaidi has formally taken office in Baghdad, pledging reforms.
Iran war live: Tehran plans tolls in Hormuz; Trump warns of ‘very bad time’
Iran to reveal its plan for Strait of Hormuz soon as Israel attacks Lebanon and Gaza, killing and wounding dozens.
Is it harder than ever to be prime minister?
Is it harder than ever to be prime minister? 24 minutes agoJames LandaleDiplomatic correspondent BBC The story of British politics today can be told by numbers. Five prime ministers in…
Bolivia launches early-morning crackdown on roadblocks outside La Paz
In Pictures Bolivia launches early-morning crackdown on roadblocks outside La Paz The government of Rodrigo Paz has sent about 3,500 soldiers and police to clear protesters demanding his resignation. Save…
German police assault protesters at Nakba anniversary rally
German police hit and pepper-spray protesters as thousands gathered in Berlin to mark the 78th anniversary of the Nakba.
Two presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia as elections near
Two presidential campaign staffers killed in Colombia as elections near Colombia’s citizens’ rights office says the violence could hinder the ‘exercise of political rights’ ahead of the May vote to…
Poll shows Lula and Bolsonaro tied before Brazil’s presidential election
Poll shows Lula and Bolsonaro tied before Brazil’s presidential election Right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro faces new scrutiny over a film funding scandal, which could affect his race against incumbent Lula.…
Taiwan says it is an independent nation after Trump arms sale remarks
Taiwan stressed that it is a “sovereign and independent” nation
Bolivian army attempts to clear roads after 11 days of protests
Military police in Bolivia arrested demonstrators, and used tear gas to disrupt road blockades after 11 days of protests
Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel
Thousands protest at Eurovision final as five countries boycott over Israel Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Iceland and Slovenia all withdrew in protest against Israel’s participation in the midst of its war…