French left-wing’s Melenchon says he will run for president in 2027
Jean-Luc Melenchon, the leading figure in France’s left-wing Unbowed party, says he will run in the 2027 presidential election, according to Al Jazeera.
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Austrian police detain suspect in baby food tampering case
Austrian police have detained a suspect in connection with the discovery of rat poison in baby food jars on supermarket shelves. The suspect, arrested in Salzburg, is being questioned as part of an investigation into suspected 'intentional endangerment of the public,' according to the Burgenland public prosecutor’s office.
Israel Threatens Gaza War Resumption as Truce Frays
Israeli forces continue to expand their territorial control in Gaza, with 59 percent of the Strip now under their occupation, according to local reports. This escalation comes as the ceasefire established in October 2025 shows signs of unraveling.
Latin America and US Tensions: Varsha Gandikota and Susana Muhamad
In a recent episode of Reframe, Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla, general coordinator of Progressive International, discussed Latin America's response to the Trump administration with former Colombian Environment Minister Susana Muhamad.
Canada First Non-European Nation at EPC Summit
Canada is set to become the first non-European country to attend a European Political Community summit as Prime Minister Mark Carney joins the 48-plus nation meeting in Yerevan, Armenia, according to The Guardian.
Officer Dropped in Crocodile-Infested River to Retrieve Remains
A South African police officer was lowered into a crocodile-infested river to recover human remains from a reptile that may have eaten a missing businessman, according to the BBC.
Russian Strikes Kill 10 as Zelensky Claims Oil Tankers Hit
Russian drone and missile strikes in Ukraine killed 10 people and injured at least 76 over the past day, according to Ukrainian officials. Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that Ukraine struck three Russian oil tankers and a warship.
Two US Service Members Reported Missing in Morocco During Exercise
Two U.S. service members have gone missing in Morocco during military exercises, according to the U.S. African Command. The incident occurred near Tan Tan during the African Lion 2026 multinational training event.
Iran War’s Final Blow: Collapsing Airlines, Escalating Conflict
Spirit Airlines has shut down after failed talks with the Trump administration for a $500m bailout, with experts linking the collapse to surging aviation fuel prices from the US-Israel war on Iran.
Iran’s 14-point proposal to end war; Trump’s response unclear
Iran has submitted a 14-point response to the U.S. proposal to end the conflict that began with U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency and the state-owned media organization Press TV. President Trump said he is reviewing the new proposal.
Nigeria Summons South African Envoy Over Attacks on Nationals
Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting High Commissioner to address a recent wave of attacks on its nationals in the southern African nation, according to a foreign ministry statement.
Germany Troop Cuts Send Concerns to US, Russia
Two top U.S. Republicans say cutting 5,000 troops in Germany risks sending the wrong signal to Russia, according to BBC.
Prime minister urges tougher action amid Gaza tensions, Spain calls for China’s global role
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for tougher action against antisemitic chants at pro-Palestinian protests, while Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has urged China to take a stronger role in the shifting global order.
Germany troop withdrawal anticipated as US shifts focus
The US plans to withdraw around 5,000 troops from Germany over the next six to 12 months, according to a Pentagon statement. The move has drawn mixed reactions from European allies and US lawmakers.
The Iran war has strengthened Ukraine in surprising ways. Could a ceasefire with Russia be closer?
Ukraine's strategic drone warfare expertise has bolstered international partnerships, according to BBC reports.