DR Congo defies pressure over talks with rebel M23
DR Congo’s prime minister tells the BBC her government will not sit down with the militants. Read More
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Arab states and UN condemn Gaza aid blockade by Israel
They say the move violates the ceasefire deal – Israel says it acted because Hamas was stealing aid supplies. Read More
Alexa relaunched with ambition to be ‘your best digital friend’
It is available from March and included in a Prime subscription – or $19.99 to non-members. Read More
Diversity backlash: Is ‘masculine energy’ coming to the UK?
Donald Trump has scrapped federal diversity initiatives and many US firms have too – will UK companies follow suit? Read More
Switzerland targets rich tourists but at what cost?
Switzerland’s already upmarket tourism sector is trying to attract more high rollers. Read More
Faisal Islam: US-UK deal is about avoiding tariffs, not trade
A deal to avoid further trade barriers appears very much on the cards, but challenges remain. Read More
Starmer announces ‘coalition of the willing’ to guarantee Ukraine peace
The UK prime minister says Europe would take the lead but would need US backing for a peace plan. Read More
Was Starmer’s summit enough to sway Trump?
Europe stepping up is only half of the story and much depends on whether the US is willing to play its part. Read More
British-Israeli hostage says scars show ‘hope’ ahead of surgery
Emily Damari, 28, lost two fingers while being taken captive during the 7 October 2023 attacks. Read More
Belfast factory to supply 5,000 missiles to Ukraine
The deal is worth up to £1.6bn and will involve recruiting 200 additional staff. Read More