‘We will not wait’: Mamdani kicks off housing plans after inaugural party
The inaugural ceremony broke with tradition, as large crowds and a public party greeted New York’s new mayor.
Kim Jong Un’s potential heir makes public visit to N Korean founder’s tomb
Kim Ju Ae’s first public visit to the Kumsusan Mausoleum added to speculation she may become the next in line.
Peru approves emergency overhaul of state oil firm Petroperu
The move opens key assets to private investment and comes as Petroperu faces mounting losses and debt.
Venezuela releases more prisoners amid US pressure campaign: Rights groups
Second release of prisoners related to 2024 election protests seen as possible conciliatory move from Maduro.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,408
These are the key developments from day 1,408 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
How far will the latest protests go in Iran?
There have been angry protests across the country against economic hardships.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian child as Gaza humanitarian crisis deepens
Israel’s continued restrictions on aid deliveries leave Palestinian children particularly vulnerable, aid groups warn.
US says Chinese military drills around Taiwan cause unnecessary tensions
US recently approved $11bn arms package for Taiwan, which condemned ’provocative’ Chinese military drills.
Somali president blames ISIL and al-Shabab for ‘destroying’ country
Somalia’s president Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said that ISIL and al-Shabab are responsible fo destroying the country.
Demonstrations turn deadly in Iran over rising living costs
At least 6 protesters and a member of the security forces have been killed in demonstrations over living costs in Iran.