Bachelet Withdraws From UNSG Race, Greenspan Emerges as Front-Runner
Former Chilean president exits contest to succeed Guterres as UN chief
Gaza Photographer: 'I Didn't Publish Hostage Footage to Protect Them From Being Identified'
Motaz Azaiza said he filmed Israeli hostages being abused by crowds on 7 October 2023 but withheld the footage, fearing it would be used to identify and target those shown in it. He also levelled unusually harsh criticism at Hamas over its handling of the war and its treatment of journalists in Gaza.
Trump Signs Tough New Sanctions Law on Russia
The legislation targets Russia's "shadow fleet" for the first time and lets Trump impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries still importing Russian oil and gas, in a move Kyiv welcomed as fresh pressure on Moscow.
EU 'Return Hubs' Advance: Rwanda, Uganda, Uzbekistan in Talks
Greece is among five EU countries pushing forward plans for migrant return centres outside the bloc, with key meetings in Munich and Brussels next month set to determine the next steps.
Explosions Near Riyadh Airport in First Direct Hit
Witnesses reported flames and thick smoke near the Saudi capital's airport, hours after air raid sirens and loud explosions were heard across the city, marking the first time Riyadh itself appears to have been directly affected since fighting with the Houthis resumed in July.