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Ukraine war
Trump ‘not thrilled’ with Putin, says too many people dying in Ukraine war
After a US strike that captured Venezuela’s Maduro, Trump said: ‘I thought … one of the easier ones would be Russia, Ukraine. It’s not’.
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United States
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US interventions in Latin America: a history of coups and conflicts
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Donald Trump
‘Peace President’ Trump embraces war: Maduro captured, Nigeria hit, Iran warned
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Middle East
Khamenei demands Iran rioters ‘be put in their place’ amid protests, Trump warning
As Trump warns the US is ‘locked and loaded’ to intervene, Iran’s supreme leader blames foreign enemies and orders a crackdown on nationwide unrest.
3 Jan 2026 - 8:27PM
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Thailand
Cambodia accuses Thailand of ‘annexing’ border village despite ceasefire
The Thai army said it had taken control of areas it claims always belonged to Thailand but were ‘occupied’ by Cambodia.
3 Jan 2026 - 5:03PM
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Myanmar
Myanmar military-backed party leads in election’s first phase by wide margin
The Union Solidarity and Development Party, led by retired generals, won 38 of 40 seats in the lower house.
3 Jan 2026 - 11:56AM
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Yemen
Yemen’s separatists announce constitution, UAE withdraws all its troops
The proposed constitution for an independent nation in the south comes as the conflict in Yemen pits Saudi Arabia against the UAE.
3 Jan 2026 - 3:07PM
Ukraine war
Zelensky proposes appointing First Deputy PM Fedorov as Ukraine defence minister
In big government shake-up, Zelensky also said he is appointing spy chief Kyrylo Budanov as head of the presidential office.
3 Jan 2026 - 6:20AM
European Union
Opinion
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Can Europe survive its crippling paralysis?
The brutal reality is that the European Union is failing to get its squabbling nations to work as a coherent group.
3 Jan 2026 - 5:30AM
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US-China relations
Trump to meet US’ China envoy after call with Japanese PM Takaichi
Trump and Takaichi telephone conversation reaffirms ‘close coordination’ of US-Japan alliance and hopes of a ‘new chapter’ for partnership.
3 Jan 2026 - 3:38AM
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Israel-Gaza war
Angelina Jolie visits Egyptian side of Gaza’s Rafah crossing
‘What needs to happen is clear: the ceasefire must hold and access must be sustained, safe and urgently scaled up,’ the actress said of Gaza.
3 Jan 2026 - 7:26AM
Middle East
7 dead as Saudi jets strike UAE-backed forces in ‘peaceful’ Yemen operation
Separatists report 7 air strikes minutes after pro-Saudi forces announced a ‘peaceful’ bid to retake camps, accusing Riyadh of deception.
2 Jan 2026 - 9:33PM
United States
Trump and Iran official exchange threats after protests turn deadly
Trump says US will come to their rescue if ‘peaceful protesters killed’ while Iran’s ex-parliament speaker blames US and Israel for unrest.
3 Jan 2026 - 7:53AM
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Diplomacy
Outside In
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2025 was the year of denial. What now?
Despite the threat of wars, tariffs, climate change and AI, normality has persisted. But it can only be a matter of time before such contradictions explode.
2 Jan 2026 - 4:30PM
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Middle East
Saudi-UAE rivalry explodes into view after strike in war-torn Yemen
Gulf powers Riyadh and Abu Dhabi are at odds over rival factions and a deepening struggle for regional pre-eminence.
2 Jan 2026 - 2:09PM
Americas and the Caribbean
Maduro open to talks with US on drugs and oil, but silent on CIA strike
Venezuela’s leader sidesteps questions about a reported US land attack while offering to talk ‘seriously’ about cooperation.
2 Jan 2026 - 2:03PM
North Korea
Why North Korea’s Kim is hailing ‘invincible’ Russia ties in new year message
Kim praised North Korean troops fighting in the Ukraine war for their unwavering bravery for the sake of ‘the brotherly Russian people’.
2 Jan 2026 - 8:11AM
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Ukraine war
Ukraine says it faked death of anti-Kremlin Russian fighter Kapustin
Kyiv says it did so to protect the Russian Volunteer Corps leader, after his assassination was ordered by Moscow’s special forces.
2 Jan 2026 - 1:23AM
Middle East
At least 7 reported killed in Iran as unrest spreads beyond capital
Deaths may mark the start of a heavier-handed response by Iran over demonstrations which started in Tehran and have emerged elsewhere.
2 Jan 2026 - 2:13PM
Ukraine war
Russia claims Ukrainian drone strike kills 24 in occupied Kherson
Moscow accuses Kyiv of New Year’s Eve attack on civilians as diplomats scramble to save fragile peace talks.
2 Jan 2026 - 9:29AM
Ukraine war
CIA concludes Ukraine did not target Putin’s residence in drone strike
CIA findings contradict Moscow’s allegations. Kyiv calls the claim a pretext to escalate war and stall peace talks.
1 Jan 2026 - 6:27PM
Ukraine war
Zelensky says deal to end war ‘10%’ away as Putin pushes for victory
Ukraine’s leader says the final stretch of negotiations will determine the ‘fate of Europe’ as Moscow toughens its stance.
2 Jan 2026 - 1:15AM
Ukraine war
Letters
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May 2026 bring more peace and more jobs
Readers discuss hopes for the new year, the prospect of an EU-like Asian union, and the cult of ‘result-oriented’.
1 Jan 2026 - 11:30AM
Americas and the Caribbean
US Coast Guard searches for survivors after strike on alleged drug boats
US strike in international waters kills three people while others jumped overboard and may have survived.
1 Jan 2026 - 4:07PM
Ukraine war
Russia will win in Ukraine, says Putin in New Year address
The president’s speech called on Russians to ‘support our heroes’ and came on the 26th anniversary of him coming to power.
1 Jan 2026 - 1:17AM
2025 Cambodia-Thailand conflict
Thailand releases 18 Cambodian soldiers held since July
The neighbouring nations agreed a truce on Saturday, ending renewed clashes that spread to nearly every border province on both sides.
31 Dec 2025 - 5:39PM
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Myanmar
As I see it
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Why China is Myanmar’s only real hope
A general election won’t end the country’s brutal civil war, but regional coordination by key neighbouring countries without Western interference might.
31 Dec 2025 - 9:30AM
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Ukraine war
US Nato envoy casts doubt on Russian claim Ukraine attacked Putin residence
Matthew Whitaker says it’s ‘unclear’ alleged attack on Putin residence happened, as Moscow vows retaliation for ‘terrorist act’.
31 Dec 2025 - 4:06PM
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