Venezuela shuts Oslo embassy after opponent wins Nobel peace prize
Venezuela closes its Oslo embassy after opposition leader María Corina Machado wins Nobel peace prize, Norway confirms.
Category : Diplomacy
Trump repeatedly proposed Venezuela invasion, according to report
Donald Trump repeatedly suggested invading Venezuela in White House meetings, stunning aides, according to an AP report. Officials dissuaded him, citing Latin American allies.
Rose Byrne leads standout fashion at Film Independent Spirit Awards
Rose Byrne tops best-dressed list at Film Independent Spirit Awards with a sleek cut-out two-piece, among other stars in bold fashion.
Germany plays down US troop drawdown, stresses shared interests
Germany’s defence minister says US plan to withdraw 5,000 troops is expected, emphasising mutual security interests amid strained relations.
JD Vance Claims Europe Secretly Backs Trump on Greenland
JD Vance says European leaders privately back Trump's Greenland plans despite public opposition, citing security concerns.
Penny Mordaunt clashes with comedian on The Last Leg over arms fair tweet
Penny Mordaunt clashed with comedian Vittorio Angelone on The Last Leg after he called her a war-mongerer over an arms fair tweet.
Japan's Last Giant Pandas Depart for China Amid Strained Ties
Hundreds bid farewell as Japan's last giant pandas leave for China amid diplomatic rift over Taiwan. Poll shows most oppose new loans.
Starmer Backs Denmark Over Greenland Amid Trump Annexation Threat
Sir Keir Starmer backs Denmark against Trump's Greenland annexation threat, contrasting with silence on US intervention in Venezuela.
Infantino Confirms Iran Will Play in World Cup Despite US Tensions
Fifa chief Gianni Infantino confirms Iran will play in the World Cup despite US conflict, urging peace and sport separate from politics.
Blake Lively’s Lawyers Reject ‘Feud’ Narrative in Legal Battle with Justin Baldoni
Blake Lively's legal team says her lawsuit against Justin Baldoni is about serious claims of sexual harassment, not creative differences.
Putin Ally Warns of Nuclear Strike Amid Ukraine Missile Threat
Kremlin oligarch Konstantin Malofeev warns Putin will launch nuclear strike on Ukraine within a month, citing new Ukrainian missiles threatening Moscow.
Cuban President Confirms Talks with Trump Administration Amid Oil Blockade
Cuban president Díaz-Canel confirms talks with US officials as oil blockade causes fuel shortages and internal unrest; 51 prisoners to be released under Vatican agreement.
UK's Gaza Child Evacuation Delayed by Biometric Visa Rule
Evacuation of sick Gaza children to UK delayed over six weeks due to biometric visa requirement for relatives, drawing criticism from Labour MPs.
Delroy Lindo Speaks Out After Bafta N-Word Broadcast Error
Delroy Lindo discusses the N-word slur broadcast during the Baftas, the BBC's error, and his Windrush heritage.
French Navy Intercepts Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker in Mediterranean
French navy intercepts Russian tanker Grinch in Mediterranean suspected of operating as part of shadow fleet to evade sanctions, Macron confirms.
Gaza at Critical Risk of Famine, UN-backed Experts Warn
Food security experts warn Gaza faces critical risk of famine as Israeli blockade cuts off supplies, with half a million people facing starvation.
EU Accuses Putin of Sabotaging Ukraine Peace Talks
EU accuses Putin of sabotaging peace talks after Kyiv strikes kill 23, damage diplomatic buildings; all states except Hungary back condemnation.
Pope Leo XIV's Equatorial Guinea Visit Tests Diplomacy Amid Corruption Allegations
Pope Leo XIV visits Equatorial Guinea, a country with corruption allegations, testing his diplomatic approach during his African tour.
Dubai Brunch Terror as Missiles Fly Overhead, Scottish Tourist Recalls
Scottish tourist Malcolm Morrison recounts terrifying moment missiles flew towards him during a Dubai brunch, amid Iranian strikes that disrupted flights.
Trump Fears Iran's Next Leader Could Be 'As Bad As The Previous Person'
Trump says worst-case scenario in Iran campaign is regime change that brings in another repressive leader; threatens Spain with trade cut-off.
Pakistan declares open war with Afghanistan after bombing Kabul and Kandahar
Pakistan launches widespread airstrikes on Afghan cities, defence minister declares 'open war' after cross-border attacks.
Diageo and Pepsi Withdraw Wireless Festival Sponsorship Over Kanye West Booking
Diageo and Pepsi pull sponsorship of Wireless festival over Kanye West booking, as PM Starmer and Jewish groups criticise antisemitic rapper's headline slot.
UK not ready to sign up to Donald Trump’s ‘board of peace’, says Yvette Cooper
Yvette Cooper says UK won't join Trump's 'board of peace' due to Putin involvement, citing concerns over Ukraine peace commitment.
Mia Shem's Mother Pleads for Release of Daughter Held Hostage by Hamas
Mother of French-Israeli hostage Mia Shem pleads for her release after Hamas releases video showing her injured.
Rafah Border Crossing Closed Indefinitely by Israel
Israel says Rafah crossing closed indefinitely; reopening conditional on Hamas returning remains of dead hostages.
Traitors Winner Rachel Duffy Pays Tribute After Mother's Death
The Traitors winner Rachel Duffy shares heartfelt tribute to her mother Anne, who died after the show's final, after using prize money to create memories.
Starmer Dismisses Trump’s 'No Churchill' Insult Over Iran Stance
PM Keir Starmer rebuffs Trump’s criticism over Iran, citing UK-US cooperation and public support. He remains confident despite attacks.
UK Passport Falls to Sixth in Global Ranking as Brexit Looms
UK drops to sixth in Henley Passport Index as Brexit creates uncertainty; Japan tops ranking for second year. Visa-free access declines slightly.
Red Cross accompanies Hamas in search for Israeli hostage remains in Gaza
Red Cross acts as neutral intermediary as Hamas searches for Israeli hostage remains beyond IDF's yellow line in Gaza, amid ceasefire and Trump ultimatum.
UN Security Council votes to reduce South Sudan peacekeeping force to 12,000
UN Security Council votes to cut South Sudan peacekeepers from 17,000 to 12,000, extending mandate until April 2027 amid ongoing political crisis.
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