WHO chief visits Ebola epicentre as Congo struggles to contain growing outbreak
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) travelled to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday (30 May), urging communities to seek med...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced "certain progress" in ceasefire talks with Hamas, speaking at the Knesset on Monday. He attributed advancements to sustained military pressure and reiterated Israel's commitment to bringing hostages home.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the Knesset on Monday, cautiously expressing optimism about the ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Hamas in Gaza
"There is certain progress," Netanyahu said, crediting military operations and pressure for softening Hamas's demands. He assured lawmakers that efforts to secure the return of hostages from Gaza would continue relentlessly.
Netanyahu also turned attention to Iran, warning of its nuclear ambitions. "We are determined to stop Iran from reaching nuclear weapon capabilities or acquiring other arms that could threaten our cities," he said.
In a push for regional diplomacy, Netanyahu highlighted plans to expand the Abraham Accords with the support of the United States, describing the initiative as transformative for the Middle East.
Closing his speech, the prime minister touted Israel’s economic resilience, encouraging international investment as a sign of the country’s strength amid regional challenges.
The address, marked by interruptions from opposition members, underscored the political divisions within Israel's parliament.
A group of Azerbaijani civil society organisations has called for increased scrutiny of Swiss building materials giant Holcim, citing court rulings and ongoing investigations linked to its subsidiary Lafarge's activities during the Syrian conflict.
Iranian-made Yassin missiles were spotted mounted on Armenian Air Force fighter aircraft during Armenia's latest military parade on Thursday (28 May), drawing attention from defence observers and regional analysts.
Thai rescuers say five people have been pulled alive from a flooded cave in remote Laos, where seven villagers became trapped after heavy rain cut off access underground.
The Philippines remains under a "severe threat" from China despite recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to ease tensions, Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said on Saturday (30 May).
Russia has recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations, citing Yerevan's growing rapprochement with the European Union. The move is seen as the latest sign of deteriorating relations between the longtime allies ahead of Armenia's parliamentary election on 7 June.
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) travelled to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday (30 May), urging communities to seek medical care quickly and follow safe burial practices as authorities work to contain a rapidly growing Ebola outbreak.
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The Philippines remains under a "severe threat" from China despite recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to ease tensions, Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said on Saturday (30 May).
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has urged Asian allies to increase military spending, warning of growing concern over China’s rapid military expansion and wider activities in the region.
Thai rescuers say five people have been pulled alive from a flooded cave in remote Laos, where seven villagers became trapped after heavy rain cut off access underground.
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