Ceasefire with Israel brings respite to Lebanon, but obstacles to peace remain
The halt to weeks of fighting is being celebrated in Lebanon, but it will be difficult to ensure it lasts.
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Kosovo approves troop contribution for Gaza force
Small Balkan nation Kosovo says it wants to commit dozens of its security troops to an international force for Gaza because it appreciates what NATO-led peacekeepers have done for its own security since its 1998-99 conflict with Serbia.
Jeffrey Epstein and the French connection
On one of Paris’s most prestigious avenues stands the former home of Jeffrey Epstein. As the world has discovered, the late convicted paedophile’s activities went way beyond simply owning real estate around the world. In a special edition, Annette You…
Suspect in 1982 attack on Paris Jewish restaurant faces judge after extradition
A suspect in the 1982 attack on a Jewish restaurant in Paris that killed six people was due to be brought before a judge on Friday – a day after being extradited to France by the Palestinian Authority. The move reopens one of the country’s deadliest p…
The Mandelson saga could be fatal for Sir Keir Starmer – The Economist
The Mandelson saga could be fatal for Sir Keir Starmer The EconomistAllies back Starmer as Mandelson and Epstein leave the UK leader fighting for his job AP NewsStarmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, ministers …
EU backs Morocco autonomy plan for Western Sahara and eyes new partnership
The European Union has reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara and is pushing for a new strategic partnership with Rabat to be finalised by the end of the year.
Strait of Hormuz Is Open During Cease-Fire in Lebanon, U.S. and Iran Say
Statements from President Trump and Iran aimed to raise confidence in the safety of the waterway, but shipping experts said risks remained.
Why is Starmer facing fresh calls to quit over Mandelson vetting?
Why is UK PM Starmer facing fresh calls to quit over Mandelson vetting?
How to fuel a war: EU eyes new front for green agenda
EU and NATO officials see renewable energy as the answer to a looming fuel shortage for military operations
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Fraudster dresses as bear to scratch luxury cars in insurance scam
Insurance fraudsters used a person in a bear suit to stage fake attacks on high-end vehicles, then submitted fraudulent claims seeking payouts from insurance companies, a California Department of Insurance investigation dubbed “Operation Bear Claw” has…