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Trump Says 'We'll See' on North Korea Summit, to Insist on Denuclearization
Cancellation of the summit, the first meeting between a serving U.S. president and a North Korean leader, would deal a major blow to what would be the biggest diplomatic achievement of Trump's presidency.
Red Alert Raised After Ash Bursts from Hawaii Volcano
The Hawaiian County Civil Defence Agency said rock falls and gas explosions from one of the craters on Kilauea had caused the ash plume which was drifting downwind to the southwest.
Scottish Parliament Votes to Refuse Consent for Britain's EU withdrawal Bill
The Edinburgh assembly voted by 93 votes to 30 to deny consent for the European Union (Withdrawal) Bill, which is currently going through the national parliament in London and is supposed to provide clarity on the legal position as Britain severs ties wit...
US Opens Embassy in Jerusalem as Israeli Soldiers Kill Dozens of Protesting Palestinians
The Palestinian Authority headed by President Mahmoud Abbas' Fatah party and headquartered in the West Bank town of Ramallah accused Israel of committing a "terrible massacre" as the death toll soared.
Iraq's Firebrand Cleric Sadr Makes Comeback in Vote, Initial Results Suggest
Although Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi's list of candidates were leading the field after Saturday's vote, Sadr's alliance was in second place, an election commission source has revealed.
15 Killed, 22 Injured in Windstorm and Flashfloods in Pakistan
Heavy rains and storm hit different parts of Punjab province, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and the Federally Administered Tribal Areas, followed by flash floods in different areas. Strong winds uprooted trees and signboards. A dust storm struck Peshawar an...
Angry Over His Iran Nuclear Move, Emmanuel Macron Dials 'Friend' Donald Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron's office said the two leaders spoke on Saturday and the French leader expressed his "great concern about stability" in the region.
Iraqi Journalist Who Threw Shoes at George Bush Stands for Parliament
TV correspondent Muntazer al-Zaidi became famous across Iraq and the Middle East after throwing his footwear at Bush during a news conference in Baghdad in 2008, shouting "This is a farewell kiss from the Iraqi people, you dog!"
Malaysia's Mahathir Says King Willing to Grant Full Pardon for Anwar
Anwar and Mahathir, former allies and then implacable foes, joined hands to contest this week's election and oust the administration of Najib Razak.
Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano Channeling Molten Rock Through Fits and Starts
Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes and perhaps the most intensely studied, began extruding red-hot lava into populated areas through newly opened fissures in the ground last week, destroying dozens of homes and other buildings, and promptin...
Netanyahu Heads for Putin Talks after Trump Pullout from Iran Deal
etanyahu and Putin have held a series of meetings and phone conversations in recent months, mainly over Syria and the involvement there of Israel's arch-rival Iran.
Tales of International Intrigue After Dubai Princess’ Failed Escape Off India Coast
Rights activists are increasingly worried about the fate of 32-year-old Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, who has not been seen publicly since being captured at sea in March while trying to flee the United Arab Emirates.
Macron Warns of Risk of War if Trump Withdraws from Iran Deal
By May 12, Trump has all but decided to withdraw from the 2015 deal while Britain, France and Germany remain committed to the accord.
North Korea Says US Ruining Mood of Detente Ahead of Summit
Before Trump meets Kim, Washington is hoping to gain the release of three Korean-Americans accused of anti-state activities. Trump hinted the release of Kim Dong Chul, Kim Hak Song and Tony Kim was in the offing.
Putin Opponents Protest Across Russia Against 'Tsar-like Rule' Ahead of Fourth Term
"If you think that he is not our Tsar, take to the streets of your cities," read a message from opposition leader Alexei Navalny encouraging people to demonstrate ahead of the protests.
China Supports Ending State of War on Korean Peninsula: Foreign Minister Wang Yi
During his two-day visit to the North, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi said Beijing was in favour of peace efforts between Seoul and Pyongyang, who have remained technically at war since the 1950s.