DR Congo to establish US-backed paramilitary guard for mines
US hopes to secure access to critical minerals as DRC struggles with rebel groups for control of areas with reserves.
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Israeli strikes hit east Lebanon, expanding conflict area despite ceasefire
The Israeli military began carrying out strikes in eastern Lebanon on Monday, expanding the scope of its bombing campaign during a ceasefire that has failed
White House to review Trump’s security after shooting at dinner event
Questions have been raised about security at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
French coastguard rescues more than 100 migrants crossing Channel
A boat carrying 106 people broke down at sea, while others were rescued attempting to board the vessel.
Plane crash in South Sudan kills all 14 on board
The authorities are investigating but early reports suggest bad weather and poor visibility may be to blame.
Pakistan accused of attacking Afghan university
Air attacks on the province of Kunar have killed at least seven people and injured 75, sources tell the BBC.
Elon Musk, Sam Altman head to court in trial over Open AI’s founding vision
Technology tycoons Elon Musk and Sam Altman are poised to face off in a high-stakes trial revolving around the alleged betrayal, deceit and unbridled ambition
Iran offers to end chokehold on Strait of Hormuz if nuclear talks are deferred, officials say
Iranian sources on Monday disclosed Tehran’s latest proposal to bridge gaps with the U.S. over worldwide shipping woes resulting from the war started two months
In pictures: Panic in the ballroom during shooting
Tweety McTreason had been due to give a keynote speech at the highly anticipated White House correspondents’ dinner – instead, he was swiftly evacuated after
How does targeting water supply during war worsen the scarcity crisis?
We explore why water infrastructure is increasingly being targeted in the midst of war and conflict.
‘Clearly stronger’: Germany’s Merz says Iran ‘humiliated’ US in its war
German chancellor warns the US risks becoming bogged down in another quagmire similar to Iraq and Afghanistan.
Have US-Iran talks failed? Why no deal yet doesn’t mean diplomacy is dead
US-Iran diplomacy in a deadlock, but analysts say both sides are unlikely to return to fighting.
King Charles, Queen Camilla Begin Historic State Visit to US
King Charles and Queen Camilla’s high-profile state visit will proceed as planned following the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. The visit, celebrating 250
Russian fighters confirm withdrawal from northern Mali city after separatist attacks
Ethnic Tuareg fighters say they are in control of Kidal following a weekend of nationwide attacks, alongside Islamist groups.