Trump says ties with UK better under new PM Burnham

"No, I think they're up -- well, they're more up now than they were with your last prime minister, let me put it that way," Trump told reporters, referring to Keir Starmer.

By Afp 3 hrs ago

Ukraine says lifting sanctions on Russian tycoons 'shameful'

At a time when Russia is carrying out brutal attacks on our people signals about lifting sanctions on individual Russian oligarchs are self-defeating and counterproductive.

By Afp 3 hrs ago

First Iran flights cancelled as US sanctions set to come into force

"Other international flights, including Istanbul, will operate as scheduled and as usual, and at present there are no problems with these flights," Tasnim reported.

By Afp 3 hrs ago

A year after military power grab, Madagascar awaits change

Graffiti along Antananarivo's traffic-choked roads reading "Thank you, Capsat" is a reminder of the decisive role the army unit played in protests that toppled Madagascar's government a year ago.

By Afp 16 hrs ago

US to build two military bases in southern and eastern Greenland

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland expressed satisfaction at finally having a deal in place.

By Afp 3 hrs ago

Trump beats 'America first' drum at UN as allies tread carefully

Trump insisted the United States will not join global regulation of AI and urged countries to abandon the International Criminal Court which was set up to prosecute war crimes.

By Afp 3 hrs ago

Ukraine anger as EU lifts sanctions on Russian oligarchs Usmanov, Fridman

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga called the EU move "shameful and unjustifiable".

By Afp 3 hrs ago

Trump threatens Iran with 'hell' but unveils fresh talks

"I have a big decision to make -- will a deal be made with Iran that lets them rebuild and create a far greater country?" Trump said in his speech.

By Afp 2 hrs ago

Macron urges world to choose UN over 'law of the jungle'

"The question put to us, in very simple terms, is whether we want to live in this state of nature, with a kind of return to the law of the jungle, or in a civilized international society."

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Taliban government says Pakistani bombardments kill 3 in Afghanistan

Pakistan "bombarded civilian homes" in two eastern provinces of Afghanistan, killing three people, the Taliban government in Kabul said on Monday.

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US has deported 25,000 to third countries under secretive deals: report

The US has deported more than 25,000 people under secretive agreements with 35 countries to take migrants with no ties to those nations, according to an investigation published Monday.

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'For my family': India boxer beats hardship, injury to go for Games gold

Sumit Kundu had to quit boxing to work as a security guard and suffered a career-threatening injury on his return to the sport -- but he made a remarkable comeback at the Asian Games.

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French IS suspects stand trial in Iraq

Six French nationals went on trial on Sunday, as Iraq moves to prosecute thousands of suspected Islamic State group members.

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North Korea fires ballistic missile into East Sea: Seoul

North Korea launches a suspected ballistic missile toward the East Sea, South Korean and Japanese authorities say.

By Afp 2 days ago

Germans vote in elections threatening fresh blow to Merz

Germans began voting Sunday in two state elections where far-right and far-left gains could send new shock waves to Berlin and rock the government of embattled Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

By Afp 2 days ago

Russians vote on last day of parliamentary elections

Russians headed to the polls on Sunday for a third and final day of tightly controlled parliamentary elections set to strengthen the Kremlin's grip on power.

By Afp 2 days ago

Amnesty accuses E.Guinea of abusing US deportees

But Amnesty said they were beaten and violently removed from the hotel last Friday, before being put into an overcrowded cell at a paramilitary police base.

By Afp 3 days ago

At least 14 killed, 10 abducted in central Ethiopia

"Between 14 and 17 people were killed, and more than 10 were abducted," she told AFP.

By Afp 3 days ago

Why Trump has barred CNN, Politico, MS NOW from White House

US President Donald Trump said Friday he was banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, accusing them of spreading "fake news" about his administration.

By Afp 3 days ago

Death toll passes 100 soldiers in Mali attack last week: sources

"The soldiers lacked air support, and many of them were on their first field deployment", the source added, speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive situation.

By Afp 3 days ago

Arsenal thrashed by Brighton, sorry Spurs lose again

Arsenal's perfect start to their Premier League title defense came off the rails in a 3-0 trouncing by Brighton, while Tottenham remain winless after a 3-2 defeat to Aston Villa.

By Afp 3 days ago

US aid cuts are killing Kenyan sex workers

The number of deaths is likely far higher, and NGOs say there is already a huge spike in HIV infections among sex workers that will likely spark a "catastrophic" case rise in the general population.

By Afp 4 days ago

DR Congo opposition says one dead in rally clashes

Demonstrations against the proposed change took place across the country, with the rally in the capital Kinshasa swiftly descending into chaos.

By Afp 4 days ago

Russia seizes assets of Nestle, French firms

A decree signed by President Putin transferred the Russian operations of Nestle, French retailer Auchan and the former Leroy Merlin DIY chain, now known as Lemana Pro.

By Afp 4 days ago

A rising star of Kenyan politics channels Gen-Z anger

Sifuna earned goodwill among Kenya's young "Gen-Z" voters when he actively sought to stop police violence during the biggest protests in June 2024.

By Afp 4 days ago

Thirty-seven suspected illegal miners die in custody in Nigeria

Niger state -- which is more than twice the size of Belgium -- is rich in minerals and attracts thousands of artisanal miners, most of them lured by the hope of striking gold.

By Afp 4 days ago

Sudanese women hold fast to threatened henna body art

"I apply henna for brides as it is an integral part of the bride's joy. For me, it is both a passion and a source of livelihood."

By Afp 4 days ago

Lord's Resistance Army blamed for Central Africa Republic mass kidnapping

"We don't yet have the exact number but it's estimated at about 30," said Frederic Kinza, a local official in the Bangassou area in the country's southeast.

By Afp 5 days ago

Veteran Nollywood star Olu Jacobs dies at 84: family

"He was a giant of the Nigerian creative industry," said President Bola Tinubu said, adding he played a "big role" toward building Nigeria's cultural identity.

By Afp 5 days ago

Facebook and TikTok shut off in Equatorial Guinea

Internet speed has been restricted since September 2 and access to Facebook and TikTok has been impossible for anyone without a virtual private network.

By Afp 5 days ago

Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Benin friendly

Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina’s squad for a farewell friendly against Benin on October 6, expected to be his final international appearance.

By Afp 6 days ago

Zverev, Shelton back on court for Davis Cup qualifiers

Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton return to action in the Davis Cup qualifiers as Germany faces Croatia and the United States takes on the Czech Republic.

By Afp 6 days ago

Liverpool pile on misery for Spurs in League Cup

Liverpool beat Tottenham 3-1 in the League Cup, while 16-year-old Max Dowman scored twice as Arsenal swept aside Ipswich 4-2.

By Afp 6 days ago

Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 82 people

Since Sudan's war erupted, both sides have been largely funded by the country's gold trade, valued at billions of dollars.

By Afp 5 days ago

South Africa pushes back on US visa curbs

"We reiterate that healing the divisions of the past and establishing a society based on democratic values, social justice and fundamental human rights is a constitutional imperative."

By Afp 5 days ago

South Africa intensifies hunt after eight women found dead

South African police are racing to crack the killings of at least eight women whose bodies have been found east of Johannesburg in two months, the latest on Tuesday.

By Afp 5 days ago

US again denies Palestinian leader Abbas visa to attend UN assembly

The Trump administration took the same step last year, forcing the Palestinian leader, a regular at the UN General Assembly, to address the body of global leadership by video.

By Afp 5 days ago

Clashes between DR Congo opposition, pro-govt supporters in Kinshasa

Police fired tear gas as clashes erupted in Kinshasa on Tuesday between opposition supporters and pro-government activists during a rally against a proposed constitutional change.

By Afp 6 days ago

Kosovo's ex-president Thaci jailed for 25 years for war crimes

Kosovo's former president Hashim Thaci was sentenced to 25 years by a tribunal in The Hague on Wednesday for war crimes, the court said in a long-awaited verdict likely to spark outrage.

By Afp 6 days ago

Saudi Arabia warns it will react 'firmly' to Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia warned Tuesday it will react "firmly" to Yemen's Houthis, after a series of attacks carried out by the pro-Iranian rebels using ballistic missiles and drones wounded 13 civilians.

By Afp 7 days ago