Macron concludes Africa tour in Ethiopia with call for UN reform
Macron ends Africa visit in Ethiopia, urging UN Security Council reform for African representation and announcing investment deals.
Category : Diplomacy
Morrisons 'alert' to impact of Middle East conflict on customers
Morrisons reports 2.6% sales rise to £4.1bn but remains alert to effects of Middle East conflict on consumer confidence and supply chains.
FCDO Issues Jamaica Travel Warning After Sexual Assault Reports
FCDO warns British tourists of sexual assault risks in Jamaica's tourist areas, advises caution and precautions.
Minneapolis ICE Shooting Prompts Scrutiny After Video Contradicts Agents' Accounts
Video undermines ICE officers' account of Minneapolis shooting, prompting possible dismissal or criminal charges amid calls for accountability.
Trump appears to confuse Greenland with Iceland in Davos speech on territory ambitions
Donald Trump appeared to mix up Greenland and Iceland during a Davos speech, as he pressed for US control of the Danish territory.
Taiwan Activists Use Recall Mechanism Against Pro-China Candidates
Taiwan activists launch recall campaign against KMT legislators accused of being pro-China, risking opposition's parliamentary majority.
Trump’s tariff chaos deepens after Supreme Court throws trade strategy into disarray
US Supreme Court ruling on tariffs throws global trade into chaos, leaving allies worse off as Trump scrambles for legal alternatives and nations reassess deals.
Israel Braces for Possible Iranian Retaliation as Tensions Soar
US warns of possible Iranian attack on Israel this week; Tehran asserts right to respond to Haniyeh assassination. Allies urge restraint.
Andy Burnham's Cabinet: First Half-Female Team, but Oxbridge Still Dominates
Andy Burnham appoints UK's first half-female cabinet, with north-west overrepresented and Oxbridge dominance continues. Ethnic diversity improves but lags behind Sunak's cabinet.
Trump Warns Mexico as Cartel Violence Erupts After El Mencho's Death
Trump demands Mexico step up cartel fight after military kills drug lord El Mencho, sparking violence across the country.
Melania Trump Says Eight Ukrainian Children Reunited After Letter to Putin
Melania Trump says eight Ukrainian children seized by Russians reunited after her letter to Putin, establishing open communication.
Mali Expels UN Peacekeepers in Major Diplomatic Rupture
UN peacekeeping mission Minusma ends in Mali after a decade, with withdrawal completed by year-end amid fragile security and shifting alliances.
Belgium marks Lumumba’s 100th birthday with exhibition and possible war crimes trial
Belgium marks Patrice Lumumba’s 100th birthday with an exhibition, as a possible war crimes trial looms for a former diplomat over his 1961 assassination.
Trump says Netanyahu ‘will do whatever I want’ after Iran war phone call
Trump says Netanyahu will follow his lead after phone call on Iran war, as US president gives Tehran more time for negotiations.
Russian Sumo Wrestlers Banned for Cannabis, Association Chairman Resigns
Two Russian sumo wrestlers, Roho and Hakurozan, receive lifetime bans for cannabis use; Japan Sumo Association chairman resigns over the scandal.
Israeli Hostages Freed After 47 Days in Hamas Captivity: Details Emerge
25 Israeli hostages released alive from Gaza as part of ceasefire deal. Details of individual captives and their ordeals.
Merz: European Union offers alternative to imperialism and autocracy
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hails EU as a normative alternative, defends NATO and pushes back against Trump's Afghanistan remarks.
EU agrees €90bn Ukraine loan using budget as collateral in historic move
EU leaders agree €90bn Ukraine loan using budget collateral after rejecting frozen Russian assets plan. Historic debt decision without unanimity.
French Ship Passes Strait of Hormuz in Sign Iran May Not View France as Hostile
A French-owned container ship transited the Strait of Hormuz, indicating Iran may not view France as hostile amid regional tensions.
UK and Indonesia Hold Talks Over Repatriation of Serial Rapist Reynhard Sinaga
UK begins talks with Indonesia to repatriate serial rapist Reynhard Sinaga, who assaulted 48 men in Manchester and was sentenced to at least 30 years.
Burnham meets Zelensky at naval base, admits Trump challenge
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at a British naval base on Monday to strengthen defence ties, as Burnham admits he will challenge Donald Trump if necessary.
Iran vows revenge on Ukraine after tanker strike
Ukraine struck an Iranian tanker in the Caspian Sea, killing a sailor, prompting Iran to vow retaliation and warn it could drag Europe into war, raising fears of WW3.
Burnham welcomes Zelenskyy with vow of unwavering support
Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomes President Zelenskyy to the UK, pledging continued support and announcing new Stone Cloak technology sharing for Ukraine's defence.
Kremlin Says Putin Invited to Join Trump's Gaza Peace Board
Kremlin says Putin invited to Trump's Gaza peace board; Russia clarifying offer. Other invitees include Blair, Starmer; France declines.
Imran Khan’s health in ‘grave danger’ after eye blockage diagnosis, party says
Imran Khan faces permanent eye damage due to a retinal blockage; party says he is denied medical treatment and visits in prison.
Camilla Wears Anglo-US Brooch for State Visit
Camilla wears brooch combining US stars and stripes with Union flag as King Charles arrives for Washington state visit overshadowed by Trump assassination attempt.
Macron calls for Mideast ceasefire during Japan visit
Macron calls for ceasefire in Middle East during Japan visit, agrees defence and rare earths deals with Takaichi.
EU to Draft Blueprint for Mutual Defence Pact Amid Trump’s NATO Threats
EU leaders agree to prepare blueprint for mutual defence clause amid Trump’s NATO threats and tensions over Iran war.
Daniel Andrews criticised for posing with Putin and Kim Jong-un at Beijing parade
Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews faces backlash for attending China's military parade alongside Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un.
Trump Claims 'Natural Conflict' With Canada During Carney Visit
Trump says 'natural conflict' exists between US and Canada during Carney visit, offers few tariff concessions.
Page 62 of 208