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Sudan's RSF says US embassy evacuated as fighting enters 2nd week
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces said Sunday it had "coordinated with" American troops to evacuate Washington's embassy in Khartoum, where fighting between the paramilitary group and the army entered a second week following a brief lull.
US embassy evacuated as Sudan fighting enters 2nd week
Sudan's Rapid Support Forces said Sunday it had "coordinated with" American troops to evacuate Washington's embassy in the country, where fighting between the paramilitary group and the army entered a second week following a brief lull.
Tens of thousands of Israelis again protest judicial reform plan
Tens of thousands of Israelis packed Tel Aviv streets on Saturday for the 16th consecutive week to protest government judicial reforms they see as an attack on democracy.
Thousands protest planned motorway in France
Thousands of protesters marched Saturday in southern France to denounce plans to build a new highway they say will pollute, add to global warming and threaten biodiversity.
Sudan fighting enters 2nd week as evacuations begin
More than 150 people from various nations reached the safety of Saudi Arabia Saturday in the first announced evacuation of civilians from Sudan, where fighting between the army and paramilitaries entered a second week following a brief lull.
Moscow expels over 20 German diplomats in tit-for-tat move
Russia on Saturday announced the tit-for-tat expulsion of over 20 German diplomats following the "mass" removal of Russian embassy staff from the country and accused Berlin of destroying ties.
Brazil's Lula visits Lisbon, at odds with Europe on Ukraine
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday was again at odds with Europe over Ukraine while pressing his first European tour since resuming office in January.
Thai opposition frames election as generational choice
Thailand's second-largest opposition party framed next month's elections as a generational choice between what it called on Saturday "a dark present and a bright future".
Brazil's Lula starts Europe visit amid Ukraine tensions
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Saturday held talks with his Portuguese counterpart, kicking off his first European tour since resuming office in January, amid tensions with the West over the war in Ukraine.
Greek PM kicks off general election countdown
Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called for the dissolution of parliament on Saturday, kicking off the countdown to general elections set for May 21.
Philippines raises concerns over Taiwan in talks with China
The Philippines' top diplomat has expressed his concern to Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang over escalating tensions in waters around Taiwan, Manila said on Saturday.
Fighting in Sudan enters a second week as truce breaks
Fighting in Sudan's capital entered a second week Saturday as crackling gunfire shattered a temporary truce, the latest battles between forces of rival generals that have already left hundreds dead and thousands wounded.
CERN takes first small steps towards giant particle accelerator
Europe's CERN laboratory has taken its first steps towards building a huge new particle accelerator that would eclipse its Large Hadron Collider -- and hopes to see light at the end of the tunnel.
Brazil's Lula to meet Portuguese president on Europe tour
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will meet Portugal's leader Saturday on his first European trip since taking office, which comes amid a row with the West over his recent comments on the Ukraine war.
Khartoum sees lull in fighting on first day of Eid
Street fighting between the forces of two rival generals eased in parts of Sudan's capital Friday, witnesses reported, after repeated calls for an end-of-Ramadan ceasefire to the nearly week-long conflict.
Vowing support, allies believe Ukraine can retake land
The United States and NATO said Friday they were confident Ukraine could regain ground in a much-anticipated counter-offensive, as they vowed unwavering support for Kyiv at a key meeting in Germany.
Chad leader vows to free 12 accused in 2022 'coup bid'
Chadian leader General Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno on Friday promised to free a dozen men accused last December of trying to mount a coup.
Argentine President Fernandez says will not stand for reelection
Argentine President Alberto Fernandez announced Friday he will not stand for reelection in October's vote -- a surprise move that deepened uncertainty in the crisis-wracked country.
NATO believes Ukraine can retake land as allies mull new support
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg said Friday he was confident Ukraine could regain ground in a much-anticipated counter-offensive, as allies vowed unwavering support for Kyiv at a key meeting hosted by the US.
Stocks wobble at end of uncertain week
European and US stock markets wobbled on Friday as dealers digested mixed data and looked forward to more corporate earnings reports.
UK deputy PM resigns over bullying claims
Dominic Raab announced he was stepping down on Friday as UK deputy prime minister after being faulted in a workplace bullying inquiry, dealing a fresh blow to the beleaguered Conservatives.
Eastern EU farmers fume over Ukraine grain influx
Angel Vukodinov fumes over the piles of unsold sunflower seeds in his granary in central Bulgaria. Like other farmers in eastern EU nations, he blames an influx of Ukrainian grain for the mess.
Street battles in Sudan capital as Eid ceasefire calls ignored
The forces of two rival generals fought intense street battles in Sudan's capital Khartoum on Friday, witnesses reported, as the warring parties ignored appeals for an end-of-Ramadan ceasefire.
UK deputy PM resigns after most bullying claims upheld
UK Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab announced his resignation on Friday after bullying claims against him were upheld in a report, a fresh political shock for Britain's Conservatives.
Ukraine allies vow strong backing at key talks
International backing for Ukraine holds "strong and true", US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said Friday, as he opened a meeting in Germany with allies to discuss further support for Kyiv.
Republican hopeful DeSantis to visit Japan, Israel
Florida governor Ron DeSantis has announced an international tour of several key US allies, building momentum for an expected White House bid.
Equity markets track Wall St losses on rate, recession fears
Asian and European markets fell Friday on lingering recession worries as data indicated the US economy was slowing down, while Federal Reserve officials pressed their case for further rate hikes to battle stubborn inflation.
Heavy gunfire in Sudan as Eid ceasefire calls ignored
Sudan's warring forces battled Friday with heavy gunfire and explosions in the capital Khartoum and elsewhere in the country, as they ignored appeals by world powers for an end-of-Ramadan ceasefire.
Steely resolve keeps east Ukraine doctor on call
Alla Trubacheva has lived in east Ukraine since she trained as a doctor more than four decades ago but is now having doubts that the battle-scarred industrial town of Siversk is still for her.
US Supreme Court to weigh in on abortion pill access
The US Supreme Court was poised to wade into the divisive battle over the abortion drug mifepristone with a ruling due Friday on lower court-ordered restrictions on the widely used pill.
Clashes in Sudan despite calls for Eid ceasefire
Sudan's warring forces clashed again in the nation's capital early Friday, with bombing and shelling reported in several areas of Khartoum, as they ignored appeals by world powers for an end-of-Ramadan ceasefire.
Tough at home, steady abroad: Six months of Italy's Meloni
Six months after taking the helm of Italy's most right-wing government since World War II, Giorgia Meloni has talked tough on domestic issues but not rocked the boat internationally.