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The UK plans to tighten how human rights rules are applied in asylum cases to speed deportations. Ministers say the overhaul balances compassion with border control; charities call it harmful to refugees.
President Trump urges House Republicans to vote for releasing Epstein-related files after earlier resisting the move. The disclosure push widens partisan fault lines as both parties trade accusations.
Youth-branded protests erupted nationwide in Mexico after a mayor’s murder, leading to clashes in the capital. Officials reported scores of injuries and dozens of arrests as debate over the movement’s motives intensified.
Iran and Qatar called for sustained diplomacy to lower Pakistan–Afghanistan tensions after a deadly week. Their discussion also touched on Gaza and UN deliberations as regional actors urged dialogue over confrontation.
A C-130J touched down to mark the launch of India’s Mudh-Nyoma airbase in Ladakh. The high-altitude site lies near the China frontier and is configured for fighter operations amid a cautious easing of tensions.
The BBC apologized to President Trump for an edited video but says a defamation claim lacks merit. The row has triggered leadership exits and heightened debate over the broadcaster’s impartiality.
Washington blacklisted 32 people and firms across several countries for aiding Iran’s missile and drone programmes. The networks allegedly feed procurement and financing that threaten regional security and Red Sea shipping. Tehran rejects the claims as it faces intensifying US pressure.
Trump signed a stopgap funding bill, ending a record 43-day shutdown after a 222–209 House vote. Services, pay and data releases will resume, but health-subsidy fights and new deadlines loom. A new poll shows the public split over blame.
Meeting in Canada, G7 ministers backed tougher Russia measures and endorsed efforts to solidify a Gaza truce and hostage releases. Allies also aired legal concerns over US maritime strikes in the Caribbean as Ukraine sought more missiles and energy aid.
Taiwan moved thousands to safety as Typhoon Fung-wong inundated eastern regions and injured dozens. Authorities shut schools and businesses and warned of more flooding and landslides as the storm tracks south. The system is forecast to graze Taiwan before heading back into the Pacific.
A Turkish C-130 crashed in Georgia after departing Azerbaijan. Ankara is coordinating with Tbilisi as rescue teams reach the site; casualties and cause remain unconfirmed.
A suicide blast outside Islamabad's district courts killed at least 12 and wounded dozens. Officials say the bomber failed to enter the complex before detonating near a police vehicle.
