Category : World

Former United States secretary of state Henry Kissinger has died aged 100

Former United States secretary of state Henry Kissinger has died aged 100.

An end to the truce approaches - but the people of Gaza are desperate for help

The ceasefire clock is ticking down and everyone in Gaza knows it.

Hamas releases two Russian hostages after Kremlin negotiations

Hamas has released two Russian-Israeli dual nationals and handed them over to the Red Cross under a separate agreement negotiated between Hamas and the Kremlin.

COP28 can't truly succeed unless UAE backs phasing out fossil fuels

To a lot of people, Dubai might seem a dubious choice for a climate summit.

Indian official directed plot to kill Sikh separatist in New York, US justice department claims

An Indian government official directed an unsuccessful plot to assassinate a Sikh separatist in New York City, US justice chiefs have claimed.

UK sending one of its most lethal warships to Gulf to deter Iran-backed groups

The UK is sending one of its most lethal warships to the Gulf to deter growing threats to shipping from Iran and Iranian-backed groups in the wake of Israel's war against Hamas.

Who is attending COP28? Leaders, royalty and billionaires on invite list

More than 160 world leaders are expected to attend the COP28 climate summit, which begins in Dubai today.

Oil deal claims are 'attempt to undermine' - COP28 president

The man running COP28 has denied claims the UAE wanted to use the conference to strike new oil and gas deals.

US military aircraft crashes off Japan

At least one person has died after a US military aircraft crashed off the coast of a Japanese island.

Thai hostage negotiator thanks Iran - and says Hamas justified in taking captives

Thai nationals were the single largest group of foreign nationals held by Hamas in Gaza and the highest number killed in Israel - the fact that 17 were quickly freed is considered a diplomatic achievement.