Ukraine ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
President Zelensky said it was now up to the US to convince Russia to agree to the truce. Read More
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Whole families dead in recent Syria violence, says UN
The UN human rights office has verified the killing of 111 civilians in the coastal region, but says the actual figure is far higher. Read More
Government backs miscarriage bereavement leave
A group of MPs want workers to get the right to leave if they suffer a miscarriage before 24 weeks. Read More
Final ruling bars far-right Georgescu from Romanian vote
Calin Georgescu loses a bid to overturn a ruling barring him from participating in next May’s vote. Read More
Not enough power to share: The political feud behind Rodrigo Duterte’s downfall
The ex-president is on his way to the International Criminal Court following his arrest in Manila. Read More
Trump says he will buy a Tesla after stock slump
The US president blames “radical left lunatics” but analysts point to Tesla sales slump. Read More
Plan to make it easier for councils to seize land for housing
The measure is part of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, which has been introduced to Parliament. Read More
Philippines ex-leader Duterte on plane to The Hague after arrest
The ICC accuses him of “crimes against humanity” in a drugs crackdown that left thousands dead. Read More
Pakistan militants attack train and take passengers hostage
Police say at least three people were injured in the attack and it is unclear how many people are being held hostage. Read More
What are tariffs and why is Trump using them?
Tariffs are a central part of Trump’s political vision, but economists fear they could spark a trade war. Read More