Why are Armenia’s elections being so keenly watched abroad?
Russia, the United States and European Union all have interests as geopolitics take centre-stage.
Category: World
Lebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car
The Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.
Andreeva wins French Open as Chwalinska fairytale ends
Teenager Mirra Andreeva fulfils her huge potential with a first Grand Slam title as Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska is denied a fairytale French Open victory.
Why are devastating mice plagues happening in Australia?
Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents – and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.
US stocks slump as fears over Big Tech shake Wall Street
The Nasdaq saw its biggest daily fall since early 2025.
Activists disrupt German military exhibit over arms sales to Israel
Activists disrupt German military exhibit over arms sales to Israel.
Israeli attacks in Lebanon kill 10 people, including high-ranking soldiers
The deaths include a brigadier general, a captain and a soldier killed while travelling on the Khardali-Nabatieh road.
‘I’m a cockroach’: Gen Z protest movement lands in Indian capital
India’s Gen Z Cockroach movement stages its first protest in the capital, demanding education minister’s resignation.
Why ceasefires haven’t stopped deadly strikes in Gaza, Lebanon or the Gulf
Across the Middle East, three separate ceasefire deals are currently in effect.
Man dies after shark attack in Western Australia, police say
The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.
The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won’t go away for South Africa’s president
A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.
Palestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in West Bank, health ministry says
The Israeli military says Friday’s “incident is under review”, expressing “deep sorrow for any harm caused”.
A sari for Mars: Outfit worn by Indian ‘rocket woman’ at US museum
Isro scientist Nandini Harinath wore the sari on the “single most critical day” of India’s Mars mission.