Russia wants to mediate in the Middle East. But it seems unprepared to help strategic ally Iran
Tehran and Moscow signed strategic pact earlier this year that included defence and economic partnerships
June 17, 2025
Where the G7 came from — and where it might go in the era of Trump
Summit faces tricky balance of presenting unified front amid U.S.-driven trade war and other global stressors
June 15, 2025
U.K., Canada, Australia and Others Impose Sanctions on Far-Right Israeli Ministers
The coordinated move highlights the hardening of several countries’ stance toward Israel amid the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
June 10, 2025
Trump threatens 50% tariff on EU from June 1
The US president said the new levy could enter into force due to trade imbalances with the bloc
May 23, 2025
U.S. and China agree to slash most tariffs for 90 days
Sides will continue to negotiate after having temporarily set tariffs over 100%,
May 12, 2025
‘Seems right’: Trump’s huge China call
The US President has used his social media to send a message as key administration members prepare for crunch talks with China.
May 9, 2025
Detail in first US trade deal bad for Australia
The US has inked its first post tariff trade deal with the United Kingdom the beneficiary – but there is one detail that will disappoint Australia.
May 8, 2025
Bill Gates says his Foundation will close in 2045 and decries Musk for USAID cuts
Microsoft co-founder accuses Trump ally of ‘killing the world’s poorest children’ by slashing US aid funding
May 8, 2025
Trump wants direct talks with Xi – Politico
The US president is reportedly not interested in informal diplomatic contact with China on trade
April 21, 2025
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88
Pope Francis died on Monday at the age of 88, the Vatican announced. As a pope who wanted to stay close to the people and at times advocated a more moderate line at the Church, he presided over several key reforms during his time leading the Vatican.
April 21, 2025
POPE FRANCIS DIES: Vatican announces death of the pontiff aged 88
The head of the Catholic Church has died, aged 88, after a short battle with illness, triggering a global period of mourning.
April 21, 2025