Russia says it's establishing 'full-fledged partnership' with Afghan Taliban
Russia sees a need to work with Kabul as it faces a major security threat from Islamist militant groups based in a string of countries from Afghanistan to the Middle East.
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Xi warns Trump mishandling of Taiwan issue will push ties to 'dangerous place' as meeting concludes
Mystery surrounds Senate shooting as Phillipine president calls emergency meeting after chaos
Trump lauds ‘biggest summit’ as Xi talks tackle trade, Iran
NYT doubles down in support of controversial op-ed claiming abuse of Palestinians in Israel
The New York Times said Nicholas Kristof’s opinion piece was extensively fact-checked and based on corroborated accounts.
Ukrainian capital Kyiv under attack from Russian drones, missiles, officials say
Tymur Tkachenko, the head of the capital's military administration, said debris from falling drones had struck the roof of an apartment building, and debris had also fallen in a street.
Remains of second missing US servicewoman found in Morocco, military says
The US’s Africa Command (AFRICOM) confirmed that the soldier was identified as Spc. Mariyah Collington, an air and missile defense crewmember.
Federal judge blocks US sanctions against UN's Francesca Albanese
US District Judge Richard Leon in Washington claimed that the Trump administration sought to regulate Francesca Albanese's speech because of the "idea or message expressed.”
Israeli firm BlackCore investigated for role in alleged French election smear campaign
French authorities are investigating Israeli firm BlackCore for allegedly running a smear campaign targeting left-wing candidates ahead of March's municipal elections.
White House denies reports of visa issues for Iraq’s World Cup team
The White House has refuted rumors that Iraq's national team players were denied US visas, confirming they are on track for the World Cup with all players cleared to travel.
Czech police hunting for thief who stole medieval saint's skull from church
In its statement, police have urged the public to reach out with any information that may aid them in locating the thief and the skull.
Dominican Republic designates Iran’s IRGC, Hezbollah as terrorist organizations
The designation was made within the framework of the Dominican Republic’s commitment to fighting global terrorism under the Inter-American Convention against Terrorism.
Will Kanye West return to Israel after years of antisemitic controversy?
Rumors that Kanye West may perform in Israel after apologizing for past antisemitic remarks have sparked skepticism and backlash within the Israeli music industry.
Global Sumud Flotilla to resume journey to Gaza after leaders detained, deported
The Global Sumud Flotilla announced it will resume its journey to Gaza from Turkey after Israeli forces intercepted the activist fleet near Crete and detained key organizers.
