China isn’t worried about who will win US presidential race, spies say
US intelligence agencies assess that China has no clear preference between the two candidates. Read More
France tries suspects over false Brigitte Macron transgender claim
They posted a video in December 2021 alleging Mrs Macron had once been a man named “Jean-Michel”. Read More
UK police officer arrested over alleged bets on election timing
The BBC reported the officer worked as part of PM Rishi Sunak’s close protection team. Read More
Nato chief says Russia, North Korea pact shows mutual support by authoritarian powers
It underscores the importance of democracies presenting a united front, said Mr Stoltenberg. Read More
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, June 20
A selection of news stories that happened overnight, June 24, 2024. Read More
Israel army spokesman says Hamas can’t be eliminated
Rear-Admiral Daniel Hagari’s remarks are quickly rebuffed by the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Read More
DR Congo says five people killed in rebel bombing of eastern town
BUTEMBO, Democratic Republic of Congo – At least five people, including three women and a girl, were killed in the bombardment of a town in eastern Congo’s North Kivu province…
Two beluga whales evacuated to Spain from war-torn Ukraine
MADRID – Two beluga whales have been evacuated from an aquarium in war-torn Ukraine to Spain by road and plane in a “high-risk” operation, officials at their new home said…
Nigerian separatist Kanu seeks talks on terror charges, lawyer says
ABUJA – Separatist leader Nnamdi Kanu is willing to negotiate with the Nigerian government over his continued detention and trial on terrorism charges, his lawyer said on Wednesday. Read More
Head of Lebanon’s Hezbollah threatens Israel, Cyprus in televised address
BEIRUT – The head of Lebanon’s Hezbollah said on Wednesday that nowhere in Israel would be safe if a full-fledged war breaks out between the two foes, and he also…