Is Biden administration seeking deescalation – or driving Middle East war?
As Washington calls for a regional ceasefire, it continues to provide political and military support for Israel.
Duterte legacy in the balance as he seeks return to Davao stronghold
The end of a renewed ‘drug war’ and arrest of a pastor allied with Duterte signal the ex-president’s waning influence.
Mexico’s security minister says beheaded mayor asked for no protection
The death of Mayor Alejandro Arcos has reignited fears over political violence in Mexico, where gangs seek influence.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 957
As the war enters its 957th day, these are the main developments.
‘Coup has begun’: Colombia’s President Petro faces campaign election probe
Colombia’s first leftist leader says the investigation into his 2022 campaign finances seeks to unseat him from power.
Harris embarks on media interview blitz as polls show her tied with Trump
As many as a quarter of US voters say they want to learn more about the vice president ahead of November’s election.
Does anti-Zionism necessarily lead to anti-Semitism?
Some people who have criticised Israel for its actions in Gaza say they are labelled as anti-Semitic.
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant cancels Pentagon visit
The cancelled trip comes as the region braces for Israel’s response to Iran’s missile attack.
France, Qatar deliver urgent aid to Lebanon, French foreign minister says
French and Qatari military planes deliver 27 metric tonnes of medicines and basic necessities to Lebanon.
Students hold pro-Palestine protest at French university
University students in Paris held a pro-Palestine protest to commemorate the victims of Israel’s war on Gaza, a year on.