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Germany to end military use of Chinese-made drones over security concerns

Berlin says the move is aimed at strengthening military security and technological independence amid Western concerns over potential data transfers to Beijing.

Who needs roads? Sri Lanka puts flying taxi to the test

Sri Lanka has authorised Chinese firm EHang to test its two-seater electric air taxi, with commercial services potentially taking off in five months.

UK police question NATO-assigned US soldier suspected of spying for Russia

The NATO-assigned soldier was arrested in southwest England in a joint investigation involving British and US authorities.

Palestinian killed in Israeli drone strike on Gaza home rooftop

Hani al-Khudari, 44, was killed near Sheikh Radwan Cemetery in western Gaza while filling water on his rooftop, according to witnesses, in the latest violation of the October 2025 ceasefire agreement.

Over 60 percent of female German soldiers say they experienced sexual harassment

A survey of over 4,000 women in the Bundeswehr finds widespread misconduct, with many saying they did not report incidents because they lacked trust in their superiors.

Most people in Britain see Israel as serious threat to world peace, survey reveals

Comprehensive British Social Attitudes study reveals that 78 percent of Britons view Israel as a serious threat to world peace.

Russia-Ukraine meet in Abu Dhabi on final day of peace talks

The US-mediated negotiations focus on security guarantees for Ukraine, de-escalation measures and humanitarian issues.

NATO jets scrambled twice after suspected drone incursions into Lithuania

Air alerts disrupt flights at two airports as officials report that at least one drone crossed Lithuanian airspace before entering Latvia.

How India’s Congress is riding the global anti-right wave to unseat Modi

Street-level discontent inside India shows that the majoritarian nationalist wave of the past decade – for which Modi has been a poster boy – is finally receding, analysts say.

US Treasury chief moves to military base after alleged Iranian threats

Scott Bessent is among several senior Trump administration officials relocated to secure accommodation following reported threats against their lives.

US, China to cooperate on AI risks while managing differences: US Treasury secretary

The US Treasury secretary says the two countries will establish a direct channel to alert each other to serious AI incidents.

South Korea, Ukraine discuss mending ties after prisoner transfer disclosure

The foreign ministers meet in Paris for their first face-to-face talks since Zelenskyy revealed that Ukraine had transferred two North Korean prisoners of war to South Korea.

Bus crashes into 32 vehicles in South Korea, injuring at least 57

Six people sustain serious injuries, none of them life-threatening, after the driver told police the vehicle's brakes had failed.

US senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed urges Hegseth to resign over 'insane' Iran war

The demand follows a 211–204 House vote that referred an impeachment resolution to committee.

HRF urges US to prosecute Israeli-American soldier over Gaza war crimes

Hind Rajab Foundation accuses Efi Rubenstein of involvement in attacks on civilian infrastructure in Gaza and calls on US Justice Department to open a criminal investigation.

Most people in Britain see Israel as serious threat to world peace, survey reveals

Comprehensive British Social Attitudes study reveals that 78 percent of Britons view Israel as a serious threat to world peace.

US judge says Trump's defamation lawsuit against BBC can proceed

US District Judge Jeffrey Kuntz says Trump has made a plausible case that the broadcaster harmed his reputation by editing footage of his January 6, 2021 speech to suggest he had urged supporters to storm the US Capitol.

US House Republicans block impeachment bid against Pentagon chief Hegseth

Republican-controlled House votes 211 to 204 to send the impeachment resolution to committee, halting an immediate vote on charges against US defence secretary.

Iran calls on UN, IAEA to condemn US' $20M offer for nuclear programme information

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accuses the US of encouraging espionage against Iran's nuclear programme, warning that such a move could expose scientists and technical personnel to security threats, including assassinat

Former Iraqi lawmaker Ahmed al-Alwani found dead in Beirut apartment

Lebanese authorities investigating the death as Iraqi officials seek answers about the circumstances of his killing.

Zelenskyy welcomes shift in US approach as Ukraine-Russia talks begin

Kiev is working on a "large-scale" prisoner swap with Russia as US-led peace talks begin in Abu Dhabi, Zelenskyy says.

Trump, Netanyahu clash over renewed Iran strikes in 'screaming' call — report

Israeli prime minister reportedly presses US president to resume strikes on Iran as Washington and Gulf allies favour diplomacy over another military campaign.

US charges 3 with plotting 'terror attacks' on UK's RAF Fairford airbase

US prosecutors allege suspects planned an attack on British airbase used by American forces, involving vehicles disguised as fuel delivery trucks and materials intended to cause casualties.

Republicans reshape congressional leadership as Thune retains Senate post, Jordan takes House helm

Thune vows to work closely with President Trump and fellow Republicans to advance their agenda.