Trump says US will attend meeting on Ukraine if there's a good chance of progress
President Trump says the US may send a representative to Europe this weekend for Ukraine ceasefire talks, depending on the likelihood of progress.
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Complaints by the football associations of Iran and Egypt highlight tensions between World Cup rules promoting anti-discrimination, inclusivity and neutrality on political and social matters.
Hungary denies report PM Viktor Orban plans to introduce presidential system
Hungary's government spokesman denied a media report that Prime Minister Orban was planning to introduce a presidential system.
Rebel group M23 takes control of Congo town, in blow to peace talks in Africa
The M23 rebel group consolidated control over the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo town of Uvira on Thursday, endangering peace efforts in the region.
US repeals Caesar Act, signaling new opportunities and challenges for Syria - analysis
Damascus greeted the move as “a constructive step toward rebuilding Syria and reintegrating it economically and diplomatically.”
Austrian lower house passes headscarf ban for under-14s in schools
Austria's lower house of parliament passed the ban despite uncertainty over whether such legislation is unconstitutional, as a previous ban was ruled unconstitutional five years ago.
US backs Pakistan’s Reko Diq Mine with $1.25 billion Export-Import Bank package
The US Export-Import Bank has approved $1.25 billion in financing to support the Reko Diq copper and gold mine, marking one of Washington's largest commitments to Pakistan's minerals sector.
Pakistan military court jails ex-spy chief Faiz Hamid for 14 years, charged for misuse of authority
The charges ranged from engaging in political activities and violating the Official Secret Act in a way detrimental to safety and state interest to misuse of authority and resources.
Venezuela's GNB guilty of crimes against humanity, including rape and torture, UN finds
"The torture, ill-treatment, and acts of sexual violence we have verified were not isolated incidents. They form part of a pattern of abuse used to punish and break victims," said head of UN mission.
At least 30 killed, over 70 wounded in Myanmar junta airstrike on major hospital in Rakhine state
"When I arrived, the hospital was on fire," a witness said, asking not to be named because of security concerns. "I saw many bodies lying around and many injured people."
US bombers join Japanese jets in show of force after China–Russia drills, Tokyo says
In response to China and Russia's military moves, US bombers join Japan's fighter jets in a display of strength.
