Two men sentenced in Zambia for attempting to bewitch and kill president
A court in Zambia has sentenced two men to two years in prison for attempting to use witchcraft to kill President Hakainde Hichilema. Zambian Leonard Phiri and Mozambican Jasten Mabulesse…
Trump announces federal crackdown on crime in Memphis, Tennessee
US President Donald Trump, joined by Tennessee’s Republican Governor Bill Lee, on Monday established a task force to take on crime in Memphis, Tennessee. The Democratic-led city is the second…
Spanish PM calls for Israel to be barred from international sport
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called for Israel to be excluded from international sports competitions over its actions in Gaza. “Israel cannot continue to use any international platform to…
US destroys alleged Venezuelan drug boat, killing three
President Donald Trump says the US military has destroyed an alleged Venezuelan drug vessel travelling in international waters on the way to the US. Trump said on Monday that three…
Israel demolishes more high-rise towers as Gaza City offensive ramps up
Israel has destroyed more high-rise buildings in Gaza’s largest city over the weekend, as it scales up its military offensive to occupy Gaza City. The Israeli military is ordering everyone…
Does Israel face a ‘South Africa moment’ over Gaza?
Paul AdamsDiplomatic correspondent, Jerusalem Reuters As the war in Gaza grinds on, Israel’s international isolation appears to be deepening. Is it approaching a “South Africa moment”, when a combination of…
Top court grants relief to private zoo run by billionaire Ambani family
A special investigation team appointed by India’s top court has said the acquisition of animals at Vantara – a private zoo owned by the son of Asia’s richest man Mukesh…
Belarus and Russia stage joint military drills
Belarusian and Russian forces are taking part in joint manoeuvres some 45 miles (72km) from Minsk as part of the Zapad 2025 (West 2025) military drills. The countries say the…
Charlie Kirk suspect linked to crime scene by DNA, says FBI chief
DNA on a towel wrapped around the suspected gun used to kill Charlie Kirk has been matched to the suspect in custody, the director of the FBI said on Monday.…
US says framework for deal on future of TikTok ownership agreed with China
The US treasury secretary has said Washington has reached a “framework” deal with China on the ownership of TikTok’s American operations. Scott Bessent said the framework was set in trade…