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Taiwan leader says 'foreign forces' cannot decide island's future
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said Wednesday that "foreign forces" cannot decide the future of the democratic island, which relies heavily on US security backing to deter a potential Chinese attack.
Cubans want change, but not at gunpoint
Arminda de la Cruz has a mechanism for coping with both the endless blackouts in Cuba and the looming threat of a US invasion: reggaeton.
Putin, Xi to underscore alliance strength after Trump visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin meets China's President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Wednesday, seeking to underline their unshakeable alliance in the wake of Donald Trump's visit to the Asian superpower economy.
Republican who stood up to Trump defeated in Kentucky primary
US President Donald Trump tightened his grip on the Republican Party on Tuesday as Kentucky voters ousted one of the few conservative lawmakers willing to challenge him openly.
US says held talks with Cuba on $100 mln offer
The United States and Cuba held talks this week on a US offer of $100 million in assistance, which Washington has dangled as an incentive for reforms, a US official said Tuesday.
Iran 'very confident' about World Cup protocols: federation vice-president
The Iranian football federation vice-president said Tuesday he was "very confident" in FIFA's protocols as the team prepare to play at the World Cup in the United States.
From graduation boos to voter unease: AI anxiety grows in the US
Speakers promoting AI are getting booed at universities, voters are rebelling against data centers, and even AI-friendly Trump administration officials are starting to retreat as an artificial intelligence backlash gathers pace across the United States.
Rubio to attend NATO talks, pay first visit to India
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet NATO counterparts following US threats to pull troops and also pay his first visit to India following a chilly patch between the countries, it was announced Tuesday.
Iran talks making 'good progress': US VP Vance
US Vice President JD Vance said Tuesday that Iran talks are making good progress but Washington was "locked and loaded" to restart military operations if there is no deal.
US, Iran trade threats but Trump says Tehran wants peace deal
President Donald Trump warned Tuesday that the United States may strike Iran again, a day after he said he had held off a major assault in hope of a deal to end the war -- but Tehran's army threatened to open "new fronts" if he went ahead.
UK trade minister hopes Britain will rejoin EU 'in my lifetime'
Britain's trade minister Chris Bryant said Tuesday he hopes to one day see his country rejoin the European Union, in a further sign the UK is headed for a new domestic fight over Brexit.
Drone attack kills 28 at market in southern Sudan
A drone strike on a crowded market in southern Sudan killed 28 people and injured 23 more on Tuesday, a medical source and witnesses told AFP, in one of the deadliest recent attacks on civilians in the country's three-year war.
Putin lands in China for trip that aims to show unshakeable ties after Trump pomp
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing late on Tuesday for talks with his Chinese counterpart and "long-time good friend" Xi Jinping, intending to show their ties are unshakeable days after a visit by Donald Trump.
Israel finance minister says ICC seeks arrest warrant against him
Israel's far-right finance minister Bezalel Smotrich said Tuesday that the International Criminal Court prosecutor has requested an arrest warrant against him, accusing the Palestinian Authority of pushing for the move.
Kentucky primary vote tests Trump's grip on Republican base
US President Donald Trump's hold on his support base faces its latest test Tuesday, with voters deciding whether one of Congress's most independent conservatives can survive the Republican leader's full political firepower.
Trump shows off site of new $400-mn ballroom
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday showed off the site of his huge new White House ballroom, a $400 million project that critics say flies in the face of voter anger over the cost of living.
Israeli troops in Iraq: what do we know?
Iraqi forces swept the country's desert areas after being placed on high alert following reports that Israeli troops had operated inside the country during the Middle East war.
Iran warns against new US attacks as Trump says held off assault
Iran's army warned on Tuesday it would "open new fronts" against the United States if it resumes attacks, after President Donald Trump said he had held off launching a planned new offensive in the hope of striking a deal.
G7 finance ministers vow cooperation to face 'heightened risks'
Leading global economies on Tuesday vowed multilateral cooperation to address mounting challenges to economic stability due to the Middle East war, after talks in Paris which underscored tensions between the US and its allies.
Ukraine war widow buries her daughters killed by Russia
As concrete dust was settling around the remains of her home, pulverised by a Russian missile in Kyiv last week, Tetiana Yakovlieva understood her missing children could only be in one of two places.
Ukraine war widow buries her daughers killed by Russia
As concrete dust was settling around the remains of her home, pulverised by a Russian missile in Kyiv last week, Tetiana Yakovlieva understood her missing children could only be in one of two places.
Power of Siberia 2: The giant gas pipeline Russia wants to build to China
Russia has been pushing for years to build a new pipeline to China to deliver billions of dollars' worth of natural gas to its close ally.
Iran warns against renewed US attacks as Trump says held off assault
Iran's army warned on Tuesday it would "open new fronts" against the United States if it resumes attacks, after President Donald Trump said he had held off launching a new offensive in hopes of striking a deal.
Nicaragua's exiled Sergio Ramirez: Autocrats 'don't care' about novels
Authoritarian leaders are not concerned by the political impact of novels despite literature's power to shape people's consciences, said Nicaragua's former vice president and writer Sergio Ramirez in an interview with AFP on Monday.
Spanish ex-PM Zapatero under investigation for influence peddling
Spain's former Socialist prime minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero has been placed under investigation for influence peddling and crimes allegedly committed in connection with the bailout of a small airline, a court said Tuesday.
Iran civilians learn assault rifle basics to fend off US
Gathered around a Revolutionary Guard in central Tehran, an audience of Iranians is learning to use an AK-47 assault rifle, in case it falls to them to defend the country from renewed US attacks.
Malians tell of torture and killings by army, Russian fighters
Tears soaked Cherifa's veil as she recounted how her son was beheaded by a unit of Malian soldiers and Russian paramilitaries supporting the fight against jihadists.
Under Trump pressure, EU eyes deal to end trade standoff
The EU hopes Tuesday to strike a deal towards implementing its nearly year-old trade pact with the United States -- with an increasingly impatient Donald Trump threatening steep new tariffs unless it is done by July 4.
Putin trip aims to show China ties unshakeable after Trump pomp
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in Beijing on Tuesday for talks with his Chinese counterpart and his "long-time good friend" Xi Jinping, intending to show their ties are unshakeable days after a visit by Donald Trump.
Bolivia protest sees violent clashes, looting in La Paz
Bolivian protests calling for center-right President Rodrigo Paz to resign intensified Monday as demonstrators swarmed government buildings and a protest leader faced terrorism charges over the unrest.
Trump says held off on new Iran attack, upbeat for agreement
US President Donald Trump said he was planning a major new assault on Iran on Tuesday, but held off as he saw hope for securing a so far elusive agreement to end the war.
Cuba warns of 'bloodbath' if US attacks; Washington adds sanctions
Cuba's leader warned Monday of a "bloodbath" in the event of an American attack, while the US Treasury sanctioned Cuba's main intelligence agency and top leaders as tensions spiked between the arch-foes.