Trump says preference is to solve Iran tensions through diplomacy
Amid Iran tensions, Trump says he prefers diplomatic solution Trump strikes belligerent tone on Iran during State of the Union, but says he would prefer a diplomatic solution. US President…
Venezuela reports over 3,200 people fully released under new amnesty law
Venezuela reports over 3,200 people fully released under new amnesty law Venezuela’s National Assembly says thousands of people have regained freedom under a new amnesty law. A prisoner is received…
Sri Lanka’s former intelligence chief arrested over 2019 Easter attacks
News Sri Lanka’s former intelligence chief arrested over 2019 Easter attacks Investigators say Suresh Sallay aided and conspired in the deadly Easter Sunday attacks that killed nearly 300 people. Sri…
Trump’s State of the Union touts economic turnaround as approval slumps
Key takeaways from Trump’s State of the Union speech Trump’s hardline stance on Iran and nuclear weapons, alongside foreign policy moves, dominate key moments of his speech. US President Donald…
Trump says US has received 80m barrels of Venezuelan oil; 3rd tanker seized
Trump says US has received 80m barrels of Venezuelan oil; 3rd tanker seized US forces have ‘captured’ a third oil tanker in the Indian Ocean weeks after it reportedly left…
Modi in Israel live: India’s PM to meet Netanyahu, address Knesset
Modi will mark his second visit to Israel with the two countries having deepened ties under the Hindu nationalist PM.
India’s Modi visits Israel: What’s on the agenda, and why it matters
EXPLAINER India’s Modi visits Israel: What’s on the agenda, and why it matters India’s prime minister is expected to discuss upgrading security and economic agreements amid rising regional tensions. Why…
Trump contradicts Witkoff over Iran nuclear bomb claims
In his State of the Union address, US President Trump reiterated claims the US “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear programme.
Tokyo protests as China blocks ‘dual-use’ exports to 20 Japanese companies
Tokyo protests as China blocks ‘dual-use’ exports to 20 Japanese companies China’s Commerce Ministry says the move against Japanese firms will prevent the remilitarisation of Japan. A man walks past…
Donald Trump heckled during State of the Union
Donald Trump has sparked uproar during his State of the Union address after asking lawmakers to prove loyalty to the US.