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Ships avoid Ukrainian grain ports after Russian attacks
Shipping companies have suspended services to Ukraine's Black Sea ports following mounting Russian attacks on the coast, officials said Thursday.
Oil passes $100 a barrel again: why it's more serious this time
Brent crude went back over $100 a barrel Thursday for the first time since May, as the conflict in the Middle East intensified.
Who are the six candidates vying to lead the UN?
Four women and two men are in the running to succeed Antonio Guterres as leader of the United Nations, which faces unprecedented global instability, wars and its own crushing budget crisis.
Bab al-Mandeb Strait: another key oil shipping route under threat
Yemen's pro-Iranian Houthi rebels have claimed attacks in the Red Sea on two Saudi oil tankers and say they will blockade the Bab al-Mandeb strait, a crucial passage into the Red Sea, as part of a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia.
US trade envoy to make tariff announcement as 10% duty soon expires
The United States is set to make an announcement on tariffs later Thursday, the White House said, hours before President Donald Trump's 10-percent global duty is due to expire.
Trump stuns Saudis by pinning nuclear deal to Israel ties
US President Donald Trump said Thursday that a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia depends on the kingdom recognizing Israel -- throwing the agreement into turmoil just the day after it was signed.
US vows to punish Iran after Houthis strike tankers
Iran and the United States vowed on Thursday to step up attacks, after Tehran's Houthi allies struck Saudi shipping and sent oil prices soaring.
Trump says Saudi nuclear deal contingent on recognising Israel
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that a deal with Saudi Arabia to establish a civilian nuclear programme would be contingent on the kingdom's recognition of Israel, a move long sought by Washington but resisted by Riyadh.
ECB opens door to September rate-hike as Iran war flares up
The European Central Bank on Thursday kept its key deposit rate unchanged at 2.25 percent but opened the door to a rise in September as fresh fighting in the Middle East threatens to send prices higher.
Italy's far-right line up to defend jeweller who killed robbers
A jeweller convicted for killing armed robbers after they left his shop has far-right deputies in Italy falling over themselves to defend him ahead of next year's general election.
Ford and Geely to form joint venture at struggling Spain plant
US carmaker Ford and China's Geely will create a joint venture at Ford's troubled Valencia plant in eastern Spain, where they plan to produce four new models for the European market, the companies said on Thursday.
Russia warns US against Ukraine arms sales in Manila meeting
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned Washington against making "unacceptable" arms deliveries to Ukraine during a Thursday meeting in Manila with US counterpart Marco Rubio, Moscow said.
India's angry Gen Z protesters say Modi must fix accountability
Student protests in India demanding education reforms grew on Thursday despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowing a crackdown following a string of exam paper leaks.
New UK PM announces tax cut for struggling pubs
The UK government Thursday announced a tax cut for struggling pubs, clubs and live music venues as new Prime Minister Andy Burnham aims to ease the cost of living crisis.
Supporters flood India's 'cockroach' protesters with food
Supporters from across India are literally feeding "cockroach" education-reform protesters camped in the capital, sending a deluge of pizzas, burgers, sandwiches and tea.
Modi vows punishment for exam leaks fuelling India protests
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed on Thursday "stringent punishment" for those involved in exam leaks that has fuelled student anger, in his first direct comments tied to major protests challenging his government.
Iran vows to continue strikes in Mideast war
Iran vowed on Thursday to keep striking the region so long as it remains under attack, as the Middle East war spread to new fronts with Tehran's Houthi allies attacking Saudi shipping in the Red Sea.
French Jewish DJ sues after activists disrupt stage show: lawyer
A French Jewish DJ who has become embroiled in the latest cultural boycott campaign linked to Israel's war in Gaza has filed a complaint against campaigners who disrupted one of her appearances last weekend, her lawyer said Thursday.
Modi vows punishment for exam fraud fuelling India protests
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed on Thursday "stringent punishment" for those involved in exam fraud that has fuelled student anger, in his first direct comments tied to major protests challenging his government.
Six candidates in race to lead UN set for televised debate
The six candidates for United Nations secretary-general will debate Thursday in the symbolic General Assembly Hall, one week before the formal start of a selection process crucial to an organization in deep crisis.
South Korea election office raided in fake turnout figures probe: investigators
South Korean investigators raided the election commission on Thursday over indications its officials falsified vote turnout figures in June local elections, a spokesman told AFP.
Surrounded by militias, Sudanese fear endless cycle of war
In Sudan's capital, young militiamen, some no older than 15, ride around in pickup trucks mounted with missiles: a familiar sight to civilians who remember how the current war began.
In Ghana, one man's race to save critically endangered fish
As dawn breaks over Ghana's Atlantic coast, artisanal fishing boats return to shore with last night's catch -- baskets of snapper, crabs, rays and a distinct-looking fish locals call "esene".
Trump family project in Albania has already caused 'irreparable' damage: NGOs
Preliminary work on a vast hotel project linked to the Trump family has already caused irreparable damage to a once pristine stretch of Albania's coast, scientists and activists say.
Houthis claim Red Sea tanker strikes as US hits Iran again
Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed to have struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea on Wednesday, potentially opening a new front in the US-Iran war engulfing the region.
Trump threatens Iran infrastructure, Tehran vows 'eye for eye'
US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to destroy an Iranian bridge or power plant for every attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, drawing an "eye for an eye" warning from Tehran as both sides sharpened threats in the escalating war.
Lebanon PM says Beirut working for 'complete Israeli withdrawal'
Lebanon is working towards a "complete Israeli withdrawal" from areas it occupies, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday on a visit to a village where Lebanon's army recently deployed.
US trial of Venezuela's Maduro set for June 2027
Venezuela's ousted president Nicolas Maduro and his wife will go on trial in the United States in June 2027, a court ruled Wednesday, after the US military captured them in a stunning nighttime raid in January.
New UK PM Burnham gets early boost as inflation dips
Britain's annual inflation rate fell more than expected in June, driven by lower fuel prices, in a boost to new Prime Minister Andy Burnham as he touted his plans to ease the cost of living on Wednesday.
Ukrainian soldiers and civilians welcome new army commander
Ukrainian soldiers and civilians told AFP on Wednesday they welcomed the appointment of Mykhailo Drapaty as the new army commander in the fifth year of Russia's invasion, and they were still hoping for the return of a popular defence minister.
German FM, on Africa tour, eyes business ties amid US, China pressure
Germany's foreign minister wrapped up a two-day visit to Nigeria Wednesday as Berlin moves to deepen business opportunities across Africa amid a more isolationist United States and geo-political pressure from Russia and China.
Rubio says at ASEAN meeting he expects 'positive' US visit by China's Xi
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said at a regional Asian summit on Wednesday that he expects a "very positive" visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping to the United States in September.