Russian forces ‘completely cut off’ from Kupiansk, says Ukrainian commander
Ukraine’s troops hail advance, a month after Putin claimed town was ‘practically’ in Russia’s hands.
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Refugees describe neighbours killed as M23 cements control of key DRC city
As M23 rebels capture strategic city Uvira despite Trump peace deal, displaced families recount chaos and death.
At least 12 Palestinians dead or missing in Gaza as devastation from floods spreads
Hundreds of thousands of displaced Gazans face flooding from heavy rains, and materials for shelters and sandbags are not being allowed to enter the enclave, the
Germany accuses Russia of air traffic control cyber-attack
The Russian ambassador is summoned over a cyber-attack on air traffic control and attempted electoral interference.
RSF commander linked by BBC Verify to Sudan massacre sanctioned in UK
The UK accuses Al-Fateh Abdullah Idris, also known as Abu Lulu, of committing acts of violence against civilians.
Disguises, freezing waves, and a special forces veteran: Inside mission to sneak Nobel winner out of Venezuela
The man who led the operation says María Corina Machado crossed “very rough seas” in “pitch-black darkness”.
Russia hits back at Europe’s big plan to loan Moscow’s frozen cash to Ukraine
Russia’s central bank says it is suing Belgium’s Euroclear in court following an EU bid to use Russian assets to aid Ukraine.
Indiana Republicans help defy Trump’s push to redistrict House seats, including some who faced bomb threats
Indiana’s Republican-led Senate has decisively rejected a redrawn congressional map desired by the White House that would have favoured their party. Two Republicans who received
Maduro’s ‘narco nephews’ hit with sanctions as Trump tightens screw on Venezuela
The US has issued new sanctions targeting Venezuela, President Nicolas Maduro’s family, oil tankers and shipping companies, as Washington ramps up pressure on Caracas.
Afghan’s Olympic hope for Taliban dialogue to prompt women’s rights U-turn
Girls in Afghanistan are banned from schools and sport beyond the age of 12 but IOC member has hope for Taliban talks.
Israel bombards areas across southern Lebanon in latest truce violation
Raids hit hills and valleys as Israeli military keeps up pressure, it says, to force Hezbollah to disarm.
Liverpool boss Slot to meet Salah amid transfer tension
Liverpool dropped Mohamed Salah from their squad for their match in Milan, sparking interest from the Saudi Pro League.
Germany accuses Russia of 2024 cyber-attack and disinformation
The Russian ambassador is summoned over a cyber attack on air traffic control and attempted electoral interference.
Prada to launch $930 ‘Made in India’ Kolhapuri sandals after backlash
The deal comes months after Prada faced backlash for allegedly appropriating a sandal design made by Indian artisans.