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South Africa’s Ramaphosa to visit Trump: Can they fix tricky relations?

The two countries have clashed over alleged persecution of white South Africans and Israel's war on Gaza.

Trump’s massive tax cut bill passes key US House committee vote

Nonpartisan analysts say bill would add $3-5tn to the nation's $36.2tn debt over the next decade.

‘Fear is real’: Why young Kashmiris are removing tattoos of guns, ‘freedom’

For years, these tattoos symbolised defiance against the Indian government. Now, thousands are erasing them.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,180

These are the key events on day 1,180 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Portugal’s ruling party set to win general election, fall short of majority

The election has been dominated by issues such as housing and immigration, and follows a decade of fragile governments.

Poland’s centrist Trzaskowski leads first round in tight election

Governing party's pro-EU candidate and a right-wing nationalist are set for a decisive second-round showdown on June 1.

Former US President Joe Biden diagnosed with ‘aggressive’ prostate cancer

US President Trump says he wishes former rival a 'fast and successful recovery'.

The UN says global hunger has hit a new high

Nearly 300 million people faced acute hunger in 2024.

Deadly blast rocks police station in eastern Syria, killing three: Report

Explosion reported in Al-Mayadeen, in the Deir az Zor countryside, also wounds several people.

Pro-EU Nicusor Dan defeats hard-right rival in key Romania election

The European Union and Ukraine welcome the result.

Russia detains Greek oil tanker after it departs Estonian port

Estonia redirects maritime traffic to prevent future incidents after Russia's detention of the Green Admire oil tanker.

Israeli strikes batter Gaza hospitals as brutal siege, bombing intensify

Indonesian Hospital in Gaza's north 'forced out of service' amid intensifying Israeli strikes on healthcare system.

South Korea’s presidential candidates hold first heated debate

Candidates Lee Jae-myung, the frontrunner, and his opponent Kim Moon-soo clash in the first of three televised debates.

Verstappen wins F1 Emilia-Romagna GP to close gap on McLaren duo

Reigning world champion wins for the fourth straight time at Imola, defeating McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

EU, UK leaders speak with Trump before his Putin call as Ukraine hit

Leaders discuss an unconditional ceasefire and more sanctions on Russia as Ukraine laments 'record' drone barrage.

Arab states “haven’t taken substantive action” to end Israel’s war on Gaza

“Here we are with the Palestinians continuing to pay the biggest price.”

US policy shifts on Syria, Yemen, Iran – but not Israel

US President Donald Trump talks about starvation in Gaza, but is the US willing to impose consequences on Israel?

Pope Leo XIV meets Ukraine’s Zelenskyy after his inaugural Mass

Pontiff calls for peace and unity at the service, which attracts dignitaries from around the world.

Pro-Palestine protesters condemn Israel’s Eurovision performance

Protesters were assaulted and dragged away for shouting ‘Free Palestine’ during Israel's performance at Eurovision.

Israel kills 130 Palestinians in a matter of hours as Gaza talks resume

Israel’s intensified attacks on Gaza have killed more than 130 Palestinians in a matter of hours.

Leaders attend Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural mass, including Zelenskyy and Vance

Pope Leo XIV condemned hatred, prejudice and exploitation of the earth and poor, during his inauguration mass.

India’s space agency suffers setback as it fails to launch satellite

Attempt to place satellite into orbit fails after launch vehicle encountered a technical issue, ISRO chief says.

Inmates escape New Orleans jail through hole behind toilet

Surveillance footage shows the moment 10 prisoners broke out of jail in New Orleans.

At least 13 reported killed in suicide bomb blast in Somalia’s Mogadishu

Suicide bomber targets queue of young recruits registering at a military base in the capital.

Indian professor arrested over social media post on military operation

Ali Khan Mahmudabad from Ashoka University held after complaint filed by a youth leader of the ruling BJP.

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U.S. Senators Call for End to Gaza Blockade

WASHINGTON, DC - A coalition of 29 U.S. senators, spanning both parties, introduced a resolution on Thursday calling on the Trump administration to push for an immediate end to Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip, citing dire humanitarian conditions and the need for renewed diplomacy in the region.

The resolution, led by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and co-sponsored by prominent Democrats and Republic

Israeli military escalates hostilities in Gaza

GAZA - Israel Air Force pilots have heavily bombarded Gaza this week, killing hundreds and severely wounding hundreds more. 

The Israeli military on Friday topped off weeks of bombardment and heavy fighting, by announcing it was escalating its offensive. 

"Operation Gideon's Chariots" is the name of the new offensive, its intention, according to the IDF's Hebrew X page, is to seize

Israel escalates ground operations in Gaza, eases blockade amid humanitarian crisis

Since Israel resumed its military operations on March 18, 3,193 Palestinians have been killed and 8,993 others injured, bringing the overall death toll in Gaza since the conflict began in October 2023 to 53,339, with 121,034 others injured, according to health authorities in Gaza.

JERUSALEM, May 19 (Xinhua) -- Israel on Sunday launched a major ground incursion into multiple areas of the Gaza Stri

MIDEAST-GAZA-ISRAELI AIRSTRIKE-CASUALTY

(250519) -- GAZA, May 19, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Palestinians transfer bodies of victims killed in Israeli airstrikes at Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City on May 18, 2025. The death toll of Palestinians from Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip since dawn on Sunday has risen to 140, according to the Civil Defense in Gaza. (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua)

MIDEAST-GAZA-JABALIA REFUGEE CAMP-ISRAELI AIRSTRIKE-CASUALTY

(250519) -- GAZA, May 19, 2025 (Xinhua) -- People transfer an injured man after an Israeli airstrike in Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza Strip, on May 18, 2025.

The death toll of Palestinians from Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip since dawn on Sunday has risen to 140, according to the Civil Defense in Gaza. (Photo by Abdul Rahman Salama/Xinhua)

Three Palestinians arrested for illegally working in Israel

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 19 (ANI/TPS): During an enforcement activity in the Central and Jerusalem region of the Enforcement and Foreigners Administration, three illegal residents from the areas of the Palestinian Authority were located working in businesses in the city of Rehovot. Specifically, they were found working in the kitchen of one of the city's restaurants.

An official investigation has been opened agains

Daily World Briefing, May 19

Trump to speak with Putin, Zelensky on Monday

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he will speak separately with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday to push for a ceasefire deal between the two countries.

"I will be speaking, by telephone, to President Vladimir Putin of Russia on Monday, at 10:00 a.m.," Trump said in a post on Truth Social, addi

Israel PM Netanyahu approves limited food aid to Gaza

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 19 (ANI): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that acting on the recommendations from the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), his cabinet has agreed to allow a 'basic quantity' of food after a nearly three-month blockade in Gaza that has brought Palestinians to the edge of famine, Euronews reported on Monday.

According to Euronews, this move is aimed at facilitating Israel's expan

Israel begins major ground offensive in Gaza

IDF troops have advanced into both the northern and southern areas of the enclave as part of Operation Gideons Chariots

Israel launched a large-scale ground campaign in Gaza on Sunday following a wave of overnight airstrikes that killed more than 100 people, according to local health officials.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed it had begun "extensive ground operations" across both

Drinking more water may lower risk of high blood pressure, heart failure, study finds

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 18 (ANI/TPS): People with higher sodium levels -- still within the normal range -- are more likely to develop high blood pressure and heart failure, but staying well-hydrated can help prevent these problems, Israeli scientists said on Sunday.

A team of researchers from Bar-Ilan University examined 20 years of electronic health records from more than 407,000 healthy adults enrolled in Leumi

Netanyahu confirms Israel weighing ceasefire, broader Gaza war exit plan

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 18 (ANI/TPS): Signalling a notable shift, Israeli negotiators in Qatar are exploring both a short-term ceasefire proposal and a broader agreement to end the Gaza conflict entirely, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said on Sunday.

'Under the prime minister's direction, even at this hour, the negotiating team in Doha is working to exhaust every possibility for a deal -- whether acco

Israel to establish new security barrier and 'multi-layered' defense system along 425 km eastern border

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 18 (ANI/TPS): The government of Israel approved on Sunday a plan to establish a security barrier on the eastern border and to strengthen 'the national hold on the [Jordan] Valley.'

The plan includes the establishment of a multi-layered defence system along 425 kilometres, from the southern Golan Heights to the 'Sands of Samar,' located 30 kilometres to the north of Eilat.

Israel's Mi

Over 100 killed in Gaza from Israeli strikes as mediators make fresh push for peace in Doha

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 18 (ANI): Fresh Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed over 100 people, according to the health ministry, as international mediators push for progress in ceasefire talks, CNN reported.

Indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel began in Doha, Qatar, on Saturday, with Hamas official Taher Al-Nunu confirming 'negotiations without preconditions.'

While there's some optimism around the

Xinhua Commentary: Striving for a more closely knit China-Arab community with a shared future

As the world is undergoing accelerating changes unseen in a century, China and Arab states have chosen to view their relationships from a strategic and long-term perspective. Their cooperation serves as a model of South-South solidarity, rooted in mutual respect, shared interests and a common vision for development.

by Xinhua writer Li Jun

BAGHDAD, May 18 (Xinhua) -- As the Arab League conv

Israeli forces launch "extensive" ground operation across Gaza as death toll mounts

JERUSALEM, May 18 (Xinhua) -- The Israeli military announced Sunday a significant ground incursion into "multiple areas" of the Gaza Strip, as Palestinian health officials reported overnight and morning airstrikes that they said killed at least 67 people, including many women and children.

The military stated that ground forces, including reservists, have begun "extensive operations" in both northern and southern