UK PM Burnham Arrives in Kyiv on Independence Day in Show of Solidarity
UK PM Andy Burnham arrived in Kyiv on Ukraine's Independence Day, meeting officials and set to meet Zelenskyy.
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Indonesia Grants Malaysia Airspace Access for Cloud Seeding to Fight Haze
Indonesia has allowed Malaysian agencies to enter its airspace for cloud seeding, as both nations step up efforts against transboundary haze.
China Says It Will Protect Its Interests as US Prepares New Iran Sanctions
China's foreign ministry says it will safeguard its rights as the US readies new Iran sanctions aimed at trading partners, urging all parties to act with restraint.
Cricket Legends Urge Pakistan PM to Ensure Fair Medical Care for Imran Khan
22 former cricket captains, including Indian and Australian greats, have written to Pakistan's PM urging a court-ordered medical board for Imran Khan.
Burnham joins European leaders in Kyiv for Ukraine's Independence Day
UK PM Andy Burnham visits Kyiv on Ukraine's 35th Independence Day, meeting Zelenskyy and European leaders.
Burnham urges 'bolder' approach to UK-EU relations ahead of summit
PM Andy Burnham tells EU's Antonio Costa that Britain must be bolder in forging closer ties, building on defence cooperation.
UK PM Burnham Arrives in Kyiv for Talks, Met by Ukrainian Foreign Minister
UK PM Andy Burnham arrived in Kyiv on Monday, welcomed by Ukraine's foreign minister, after traveling with EU Council President Costa.
Ukraine's Weekly Grain Exports Slip 11.4% as Black Sea Risks Persist
Ukraine's weekly grain exports fell 11.4% to 188,200 tons as Black Sea port disruptions continue to curb shipments.
Japanese lawmakers head to Beijing in bid to restart stalled dialogue
Japanese cross-party lawmakers fly to Beijing to reopen dialogue after Takaichi's Taiwan comment severed official channels.
Taiwan Prosecutors Indict Nine in AI Server Export Case
Taiwan's Keelung prosecutors have indicted nine people, including Nvidia and Super Micro staff, over alleged illegal AI server exports to China.
Typhoon Narra triggers floods, landslides across China and Vietnam
Typhoon Narra's rains caused floods and landslides in China's Guangxi and northern Vietnam, displacing thousands and damaging infrastructure.
Chengdu Lab Apologizes for Overstated Earthquake Alert That Caused Panic
A Chengdu research institute apologized after its early earthquake alert for a Sichuan tremor was far higher than the official magnitude, triggering public alarm.
Norway to Push Arctic Drilling Despite EU Moratorium Push
Norway will continue Arctic oil and gas exploration regardless of EU policy, citing energy security and its role as Europe's top gas supplier.
Middle East markets brace for US Iran sanctions, Hormuz shipping data
Global markets await US Iran sanctions details; Gulf stocks gain on oil; Hormuz transits fall; regional developments in Gaza, Syria, Iraq, and more.
Iceland's EU Referendum: A Nation Divided Over Sovereignty and Security
Iceland votes on restarting EU talks, weighing sovereignty and fisheries against security and economic stability.
Iceland votes on EU talks as Trump's Greenland remarks fuel security fears
Iceland votes on restarting EU talks, driven partly by Trump's Greenland comments and concerns over US reliability.
Global Push to Curb Children's Social Media Access Gains Momentum (2026-08-24)
Countries worldwide are enacting or proposing age limits for social media, citing concerns over children's health and safety.
Dutch insurers stall on defence funding as NATO spending target looms
Dutch insurers and the government remain deadlocked over defence investment terms, risking NATO spending goals.
Uganda, Burundi in Talks With Israel on Gaza Stabilization Force
Ugandan and Burundian military officials held talks in Israel about contributing troops to a proposed international force for Gaza.
Global Markets on Edge as US Prepares New Iran Sanctions
Oil falls 1.5% as markets await US sanctions on Iran. Treasury yields near peaks, Canada trade war looms, and Nvidia results eyed.