The UN Human Rights Office warns that a revived Israeli settlement project in the West Bank could amount to a war crime and threaten forced displacement of Palestinians

With no Ukrainian presence, the Trump–Putin summit in Alaska brings together top U.S. and Russian officials in a closed-door meeting on security, economy, and Ukraine — amid fears in Europe of potential behind-the-scenes territorial deals

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov caused a stir on arrival in Anchorage for the Trump–Putin summit by wearing a T-shirt with “USSR” lettering, partly covered by a vest. He dismissed claims it was a political statement, saying Moscow comes with “clear arguments.”

As fighting intensifies in eastern Ukraine, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet behind closed doors in Alaska. Kyiv and European leaders fear the absence of President Zelensky could open the way for secret territorial agreements

Ahead of a high-stakes Alaska summit with Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump vows tough measures if Moscow blocks peace, while Kyiv and European leaders set firm red lines

As Israel prepares a renewed push to seize Gaza City, heavy air and ground assaults leave over a hundred dead, while Hamas negotiates in Egypt and global calls for a ceasefire grow

Authorities probe the killing of 39-year-old pregnant woman and her partner in Melbourne, amid reports a dispute over dogs may have triggered the violent attack

Spain, Portugal, Albania, and Turkey face devastating wildfires during an intense heatwave. Dozens dead and thousands affected, as authorities struggle to contain fires under extreme temperatures exceeding 40°C

In London, Ukraine’s president seeks to strengthen allied unity before the Alaska summit, warning Trump not to let Putin dictate terms on Ukraine’s territory

Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned Kurdish forces in northern Syria to “integrate” or face intervention, as Ankara and Damascus edge closer to joint operations against the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces

In a virtual meeting, Ukraine and European leaders aim to ensure Washington does not strike a peace deal with Moscow that compromises Kyiv’s sovereignty, as battlefield pressure mounts in eastern Ukraine

Ahead of a Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, Moscow says its conditions for ending the war remain unchanged, demanding Kyiv’s withdrawal from contested regions and abandonment of NATO membership plans

Israel’s prime minister again suggests Palestinians could “voluntarily” leave Gaza as the military prepares to retake Gaza City. The move comes amid intense criticism over humanitarian conditions and ongoing ceasefire talks in Cairo

In a letter sent to Mr. Rubio, 40 members of Congress argued that re-admitting Ankara without first addressing its possession of the Russian-made S-400 missile defense system would compromise the integrity of the U.S. aircraft program

Scorching heat above 44°C and raging wildfires devastate parts of Southern Europe, leaving multiple dead, forcing mass evacuations, and prompting red alerts across the Mediterranean. Scientists warn such extreme summers are becoming the norm

The first face-to-face meeting between the U.S. and Russian leaders since 2019 is set to focus on ending the conflict in Ukraine, with Trump warning there may not be a second chance if talks fail

A dispute over officer appointments escalates as Israel’s political and military leadership clash ahead of a new Gaza operation

Ahead of a Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, European leaders—minus Hungary—stress that peace talks must protect Ukraine’s sovereignty and security, as fighting intensifies on the eastern front

The extension delays triple-digit tariffs on goods between the world’s two largest economies, easing market tensions and giving more time for trade talks before the holiday season

Families of hostages and opposition leaders urge a nationwide strike this Sunday to protest Israel’s planned operation in Gaza City, despite major unions declining full participation