A rare 200-year-old set of 56 Hindu paintings, valued at £280,000, has been barred from leaving the UK. The government aims to keep the 'Devi Mahatmya' series for national study and display. Help save this cultural treasure for the nation.
Analysis reveals how Donald Trump is reshaping US military through loyalty purges and partisan tactics, threatening democratic norms. Read the full investigation.
Defence expert reveals how China's ruthless military purge and new nuclear base have wrong-footed Donald Trump, signalling Beijing's readiness for potential conflict. Read the full analysis.
FBI Director Kash Patel faces intense scrutiny over private jet use for personal trips and internal firings, creating turmoil within the agency. Discover the full story behind the controversies.
Vladimir Putin's notorious repressive apparatus, long used to crush dissent, is now turning against prominent pro-war figures in a surprising internal crackdown that reveals deepening fractures within Russia's political elite.
The sudden collapse of a 12th-century tower near Rome's ancient Forum has triggered diplomatic tensions, with Russian officials making controversial claims about Western cultural preservation.
TV presenter Kirsty Gallacher reveals the dramatic friendship purge that saw her distance from famous pals including Peter Crouch and Abbey Clancy in a bid to protect her mental wellbeing.
Exclusive: Vladimir Putin confirms successful test of nuclear-capable Burevestnik cruise missile, raising global security concerns as Russia demonstrates advanced weapons capability.
Two Reform UK councillors in Kent have been dramatically expelled from the party following an internal investigation, raising questions about discipline within Nigel Farage's political movement.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk issues chilling assessment of Putin's imperial ambitions, warning that Ukraine's fall could trigger wider conflict across Europe as Poland fortifies its defences.
Explosive diplomatic cables expose Vladimir Putin's explosive reaction to discovering Trump administration officials received luxury chocolates from Russian counterparts, sparking a major international incident.
Exclusive intelligence from Norway reveals Russia's massive military expansion in the Arctic, with nuclear weapons and advanced submarines positioning for potential conflict with NATO forces.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets with European leaders in London to strengthen military support and coordinate strategy against Russian aggression as conflict intensifies.
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's alleged involvement in multi-billion dollar Russian oil deals with India and China, raising serious questions about foreign influence and energy diplomacy during his presidency.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Western sanctions are creating severe shortages of tea and coffee in Russia, with prices soaring and consumers facing empty supermarket shelves.
Moscow accused of flying military aircraft through Lithuanian airspace without authorization in latest provocation against NATO territory. The incident comes amid heightened regional security concerns.
Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers defiant speech rejecting US demands while conceding Western sanctions are inflicting significant damage on Russia's economy and military capabilities.
Vladimir Putin delivers chilling response to potential American missile attacks, warning of immediate retaliation as tensions escalate between nuclear powers.
Former US President Donald Trump faces extraordinary accusations from Moscow as Russia's Foreign Ministry claims his sanctions policy constituted an 'act of war', escalating tensions between the nuclear powers.
In an unprecedented decision, Belgian authorities have confiscated €1.9 billion from frozen Russian assets, with funds redirected to support Ukraine's military efforts against Russian aggression.
The Trump administration's latest move to sanction Russian oil companies raises critical questions about effectiveness, global energy markets, and geopolitical strategy in a divided world.
The Biden administration imposes sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia's crucial oil industry after Vladimir Putin rejects latest diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine conflict, marking a significant escalation in economic pressure.
Moscow officially blocks Instagram across Russia after Meta temporarily allows violent speech against Russian forces, marking a major escalation in the digital front of the Ukraine conflict.
A devastating overnight fire has destroyed Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Centre Mental Health museum, claiming multiple lives and incinerating priceless historical collections in Brazil's latest cultural tragedy.
In a dramatic escalation of his anti-corruption campaign, President Xi Jinping has removed three senior military generals from China's political advisory body, sending shockwaves through the People's Liberation Army leadership.
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's systematic campaign to identify and punish opponents if re-elected, with detailed lists of targets spanning government and media.
US federal employees report unprecedented workplace intimidation and political purges as new administration targets career civil servants in sweeping personnel overhaul.
An explosive Guardian investigation reveals how Israeli forces systematically looted thousands of Palestinian books and manuscripts from Gaza, raising urgent questions about cultural destruction in conflict zones.
Exclusive: Former Trump administration official John McEntee predicts massive government purge and sweeping changes to federal employment in potential second term, sparking controversy and concern among civil servants.
Nobel Prize-nominated author Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o discusses how rejecting colonial languages became an act of cultural survival and political defiance in this compelling Guardian podcast analysis.