International
Saudi Arabia cancels 7,200 work visas in nationwide labour crackdown
Saudi Arabia has cancelled more than 7,200 work visas as part of a nationwide crackdown on labour law violations, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development said.
Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence after talks with Xi
US President Donald Trump has warned Taiwan against formally declaring independence from China, saying Washington seeks to maintain regional stability following high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ongoing ceasefire for another 45 days following a new round of US-mediated talks held in Washington, D.C. on Friday (May 16).
New Ebola outbreak in DR Congo kills 65
Africa's top health agency has confirmed a new outbreak of the Ebola virus in the eastern Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of Congo .
Hormuz open to all except nations at war with Iran: Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to international shipping, except for vessels belonging to countries 'at war' with Iran, during a press conference in New Delhi on Friday, May 15.
China agrees to buy US oil: Trump
US President Donald Trump has said that China has agreed to purchase American oil, describing it as a key outcome of ongoing trade and diplomatic talks between Washington and Beijing.
Bangladeshi imam sentenced to life for sexual assaults in London
A Bangladeshi-origin former imam in east London has been given a life sentence with a minimum prison term of 20 years for a series of sexual attacks on women and girls as young as 12.
Indian cargo ship 'Haji Ali' sinks after drone strike near Hormuz
The Indian-flagged cargo vessel 'Haji Ali' has sunk after being hit by a drone strike off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz. The attack occurred early Wednesday morning, May 13, while the vessel was en route from Somalia to Sharjah port in the United Arab Emirates.
Trump invites Xi Jinping to White House during China visit
US President Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit the United States during his ongoing trip to China.
UK Health Minister Streeting resigns, says no confidence in Starmer
UK Health Minister Wes Streeting resigned on Thursday, May 14, in a move widely seen as a precursor to challenging Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the leadership of the Labour Party.