China bans four New Zealand MPs over Taiwan visit
China has banned four New Zealand Members of Parliament for a year over their visit to Taiwan, according to the New Zealand foreign ministry.
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Germany Blames Russia for ‘Bitter Defeat’ in UN Security Council Bid
Germany's foreign minister said Russia's opposition to its bid for a UN Security Council seat may have cost it votes, according to BBC.
Israel and Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacks
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to implement a ceasefire if Hezbollah ceases its attacks, according to the BBC. The deal, brokered with U.S. and French support, also requires the evacuation of Hezbollah operatives from Israel-controlled areas in southern Lebanon.
Trump threatens tariffs on 60 trading partners, including Canada
The Trump administration plans to impose new tariffs on more than 60 countries, including Canada and the UK, over allegations of allowing goods made with forced labor into their supply chains, according to the U.S. Trade Representative and reports from The Guardian and CBC.
Ivana Rodríguez Wins ‘Top Chef: dulces y famosos’
Ivana Rodríguez was declared the winner of 'Top Chef: dulces y famosos' after a final challenge of 25 pastries. According to RTVE.es, she received a heartfelt message from Georgina Rodríguez.
French Foreign Minister Calls for UN Meeting Over IDF Activity in Lebanon — BFM TV
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot called for an emergency UN Security Council meeting over Israel's military operations in Lebanon, according to The Jerusalem Post. In an interview with BFM TV, Barrot criticized the ongoing Israeli military presence as 'a major mistake.'
South Korea vs El Salvador: Son Heung-Min sits out as team prepares for World Cup
South Korea's national team coach decided to rest star player Heung-Min Son during their friendly match against El Salvador, prioritizing his health ahead of the 2026 World Cup. According to reports, Son came on in the second half as part of a gradual warm-up.
China Dredges 6 sq km Land at Antelope Reef in South China Sea
Antelope Reef, once nearly submerged, has been transformed into a 6-sq-km landmass through massive dredging operations by China, according to BBC.
Trump Calls Netanyahu ‘Crazy’ in Tense Phone Call
Donald Trump reportedly called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'effing crazy' during a recent phone call, complicating ongoing US-Iran negotiations, according to a BBC report.
Israeli Strikes Kill Nine in Lebanon Amid Cross-Border Rocket Fire
Israeli strikes killed nine people in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, including two paramedics, as Hezbollah fired rockets into northern Israel, according to local authorities.
Scott Pelley Accuses CBS of Pressuring Him to Add ‘Falsehoods’
Scott Pelley, the longtime 60 Minutes correspondent, accused CBS News of pressuring him to inject 'falsehoods and bias' into his reporting, according to The Guardian.
Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire
At least 21 people, including foreign nationals, were killed in a fire that tore through a multi-storey building in south Delhi, according to police in India's capital.
World Cup 2026: 16 stadiums across US, Canada, and Mexico
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held in 16 cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with key fixtures confirmed at venues such as Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Boston’s Gillette Stadium, according to Al Jazeera and E! News.
100 Palestinians flee as Israeli settlers seize grazing lands
Fourteen Palestinian families, totaling around 100 people, were forced to abandon their homes in the northern West Bank due to sustained settler attacks, according to Al Jazeera. Israeli settlers have also established over 35 shepherding outposts between 2017 and 2021, reports יש דין.
Bangladesh Diplomat Elected UN General Assembly President in 2026
Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has been elected president of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, defeating Cyprus’s Ambassador Andreas Kakouris in a closely contested vote, according to Al Jazeera.