Israeli air strikes hit multiple locations across southern and eastern Lebanon overnight, causing damage to buildings and infrastructure and raising fears of further escalation along the already tense border. Lebanese security sources said the strikes targeted areas near the southern frontier as well as sites in the eastern Bekaa Valley, a region that has increasingly […]
Pope Leo XIV has formally brought the Vatican’s 2025 Holy Year to a close, sealing the Holy Door at St Peter’s Basilica after a Jubilee that drew an estimated 33 million pilgrims to Rome. The ceremony marked the end of a year defined large scale pilgrimage, spiritual renewal and a strong message from the pontiff […]
Greece has ushered in 2026 with a new package of tax cuts designed to ease pressure on households, support families and encourage young people to enter or remain in the workforce. The measures, which were first outlined the government three months ago, mark another step in Athens’ effort to consolidate economic recovery while addressing long […]
Several members of the UN Security Council have criticised the United States over its dramatic military operation in Venezuela, warning that the intervention risks undermining international law and regional stability. The objections were voiced during an emergency Security Council session convened after the weekend operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro […]
The Palestinian diplomatic mission in the United Kingdom has been formally upgraded to full embassy status, marking what Palestinian officials described as a historic step in bilateral relations. The inauguration ceremony in London was attended diplomats, politicians and members of the Palestinian community, underscoring the symbolic and political significance of the move. Palestinian ambassador Husam […]
Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Liam Rosenior as their new head coach, handing the relatively unheralded manager a six year contract that runs until 2032. The announcement marks another bold move the Premier League club as it continues to reshape its long term sporting strategy. Rosenior joins Chelsea after leaving Strasbourg, where he earned […]
Ugandan authorities have denied reports that they intend to block access to the internet during next week’s general election, dismissing opposition accusations that the government is preparing to restrict online communication to limit mobilisation and the sharing of results. The denial comes amid growing tension as the country approaches a closely watched vote. The issue […]
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Monday in a bid to reset relations with Seoul’s largest trading partner, as regional tensions and economic uncertainty place renewed strain on East Asian diplomacy. The talks mark the second summit between the two leaders since November, when Xi visited South Korea, and […]
A court in Paris has found ten people guilty of cyber bullying Brigitte Macron, the wife of French President Emmanuel Macron, in a case that has drawn attention to the scale and impact of online harassment directed at public figures. The defendants were convicted of spreading false claims about her gender and sexuality and of […]
A teenage girl who had been educated in the United Kingdom has been confirmed as one of the victims who died in a devastating fire at a bar in a Swiss ski resort over the New Year period. The death of Charlotte Niddam was announced her family, who said they were sharing the news with […]
