Chinese President Xi Jinping convenes with Russia's Vladimir Putin and India's Narendra Modi in Kazakhstan for a pivotal SCO summit, reshaping global alliances as Western leaders gather for NATO.
The Trump administration has directed federal agencies to dismantle and archive US government climate change websites, erasing vital public data on global warming, emissions, and clean energy in a sweeping online purge.
A significant political shift is underway in Westminster as opposition to closer UK-EU trading ties diminishes. Key Brexit critics are softening their stance, paving the way for enhanced economic cooperation and regulatory alignment with Europe.
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In a groundbreaking UK legal challenge, a group of children and young adults from West Dunbartonshire are suing their local council in the High Court, demanding it scraps its current local development plan for failing to adequately address the climate cri
In a surprising twist for climate science, the rapid melt of Arctic sea ice has shown a significant and unexpected slowdown over the past decade, challenging existing models and forcing a major rethink of our understanding of the polar region's future.
Democratic Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky reaches out to West Virginia, urging collaboration across party lines in a bid to foster regional cooperation.
Australia and the Philippines have signed a new defence agreement to enhance military cooperation, as regional tensions with China escalate over disputed waters.
Vladimir Putin has reportedly signed a covert agreement with North Korea, raising global concerns over military cooperation and geopolitical tensions.
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, embarks on a diplomatic mission to Singapore, reinforcing UK-Japan naval cooperation and commemorating historic ties.
Britain and France have agreed on a new £480 million deal to enhance border security and reduce illegal Channel crossings by migrants.
Australia and New Zealand have signed a landmark defence agreement with Japan, strengthening military ties in response to growing regional instability. The pact includes joint exercises and intelligence sharing.
Labour's Yvette Cooper calls for enhanced UK-France cooperation on immigration and security, criticising current government policies as ineffective.
The Philippines and India have agreed to enhance cooperation in maritime security and defence, signalling a strategic shift as Manila navigates tensions with Beijing in the South China Sea.
The FBI has launched its first-ever office in New Zealand to strengthen international cooperation on cybercrime, counterterrorism, and organised crime.
Irish police officers from the Garda Síochána will support UK forces during major events, enhancing cross-border security cooperation.
Simon Stiell, the UN's climate chief, has faced backlash after suggesting the UK is not doing enough to combat climate change—despite the nation leading global green initiatives. Critics call his remarks 'detached from reality'.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim embarks on a diplomatic tour to Cambodia and Thailand, aiming to bolster regional cooperation and economic ties.
The US and EU have reached a landmark trade agreement, with Germany and France leading efforts to roll back controversial tariffs imposed during the Trump administration. The deal aims to boost economic cooperation and reduce trade barriers.
Beijing calls for international cooperation on AI governance days after the Trump administration unveils a light-touch regulatory strategy, highlighting growing divergence in global tech policy.
Vietnam and the Philippines have agreed to enhance maritime cooperation, signalling a united front against China's assertive claims in the strategically vital South China Sea.
The Philippines and Vietnam have signed a new defence agreement to enhance maritime cooperation, as regional tensions escalate over territorial disputes in the South China Sea.
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz calls for closer alignment between the UK, Germany, and France on migration and defence policies to address shared challenges.
Labour leader Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz met at Airbus in Stevenage to strengthen UK-Germany ties and discuss defence cooperation.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz sign a landmark treaty targeting smuggling gangs and enhancing UK-Germany defence cooperation.
A parliamentary committee has cautioned that the UK's climate commitments could be undermined unless immediate action is taken to reform policies and strengthen international cooperation.
A decades-old Essex murder case has been solved through groundbreaking DNA cooperation between UK and Dutch forensic experts, leading to a posthumous identification.
The US and Philippines have agreed to enhance military cooperation, including joint patrols near disputed waters, as tensions with China escalate over territorial claims in the South China Sea.