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Romanian parliament votes to oust pro-EU PM
Romania's parliament on Tuesday voted to oust liberal Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan in a motion of no confidence initiated by the Social Democrats and the far right, deepening political turmoil in the EU and NATO country bordering Ukraine.
Ethiopia and Sudan accuse each other of attacks
Ethiopia and Sudan traded accusations on Tuesday that each had violated the other's territory and were supporting insurgent forces.
Stocks advance, oil falls as traders eye US-Iran ceasefire
European and US stocks advanced Tuesday as investors weighed first-quarter corporate earnings alongside uncertainty over the fragile US-Iran ceasefire.
US forces ready to resume combat operations against Iran if ordered
US forces are ready to resume combat operations against Iran if ordered, Washington's top military officer said Tuesday, as the Pentagon threatened a "devastating" response to Iranian attacks on commercial shipping in the Hormuz strait.
Boko Haram attack on Chad army base kills at least 24: military, local officials
An overnight attack by suspected Boko Haram jihadists on a Chadian military base has killed at least 24 people, a military official and regional administrator told AFP on Tuesday.
US threatens 'devastating' response to any Iran attack on shipping
The United States is "not looking for a fight" over the Strait of Hormuz and its ceasefire with Iran still holds, but any attack on commercial shipping will be met with a "devastating" response, the Pentagon chief said Tuesday.
Romanian pro-EU PM loses no-confidence motion
Romania's parliament on Tuesday voted to oust liberal Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan in a motion of no confidence initiated by the Social Democrats and the far right, deepening political turmoil in the EU and NATO country bordering Ukraine.
Stocks diverge as traders eye US-Iran ceasefire
Global stocks diverged Tuesday as investors weighed first-quarter corporate earnings alongside uncertainty over the fragile US-Iran ceasefire.
EU hails 'leap forward' in ties with Russia's ally Armenia
The EU and Armenia laid the groundwork for closer ties at a summit in Yerevan Tuesday, marking another step in the former Soviet nation's cautious pivot away from Russia and towards Brussels.
Asian stocks drop amid fears over US-Iran ceasefire
Asian stocks sank Tuesday with a fresh spike in Middle East tensions fanning fears over the fragile US-Iran ceasefire, as the two sides appeared no closer to a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Taiwan leader says island has 'right to engage with the world'
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said Tuesday the democratic island has the "right to engage with the world", after he returned from a trip to Africa that Taipei has accused Beijing of trying to derail.
Ukraine pressures Russia as midnight ceasefire looms
Ukraine piled pressure on Russia Tuesday after announcing its own truce in response to Russia's demand for a ceasefire to coincide with its annual World War II Victory Day commemorations.
G7 trade ministers set to meet but not discuss latest US tariff threat
G7 trade ministers are set to meet in Paris on Tuesday and Wednesday to discuss issues such as critical minerals and small packages but will not directly address the latest US threat to impose additional tariffs on European vehicles.
Oil prices jump on Hormuz tensions as US indices retreat from records
Oil prices jumped on Monday after a drone strike sparked a fire at an Emirati energy installation, threatening a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, while US warships entered the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
Ukraine and Russia declare separate truces
Russia on Monday declared a unilateral ceasefire with Ukraine between May 8-9, when Moscow marks its annual World War II Victory Day commemorations, and threatened a "massive missile strike" on Kyiv if Ukraine violated it.
US says downed Iranian missiles and drones, destroyed six boats
The United States shot down multiple Iranian missiles and drones fired at US Navy and commercial vessels and destroyed six of Tehran's small boats, a top US admiral said on Monday.
Colombian guerrillas offer peace talks with Petro successor
Colombia's largest active guerrilla group said Monday it was open to resuming peace talks with whoever succeeds left-wing President Gustavo Petro in upcoming elections.
US downs Iran missiles and drones, destroys six of Tehran's boats
The United States shot down multiple Iranian missiles and drones fired at US Navy and commercial vessels and destroyed six of Tehran's small boats, a top US admiral said on Monday.
Oil prices jump as Iran attacks UAE, US warships enter Hormuz
Oil prices jumped on Monday after a drone strike sparked a fire at an Emirati energy installation following US warships crossing the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
US Supreme Court temporarily restores mail access to abortion pill
The US Supreme Court on Monday temporarily lifted a lower court's ban on mail delivery of the widely used abortion drug mifepristone.
UniCredit raises capital ahead of Commerzbank takeover bid
Shareholders in Italy's UniCredit approved on Monday an increase in share capital that enables the Italian bank to mount a 35-billion-euro ($41-billion) hostile bid for its German rival Commerzbank
A year into Merz government, German far right stronger than ever
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz took office a year ago vowing to revive the political centre, but the far-right AfD party has risen to the top of the polls while his own coalition's popularity is falling.
India's Modi celebrates 'record' win in opposition-held West Bengal
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed a "record" victory on Monday in key elections in opposition-held West Bengal state after official trends and partial results showed a thumping majority for his Hindu nationalist party.
Allies jolted on defence as Trump pulls troops from Germany
America's NATO allies put a brave face Monday on a US decision to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, but warned it was proof Europe needs to step up for its own security, and fast.
Seoul, Taipei hit records on tech rally
Seoul and Taipei hit record highs Monday as Asian traders joined the rally in tech shares, while oil prices rose as US warships entered the crucial Strait of Hormuz.
Famed cartoonist Chappatte calls medium a 'barometer' of freedom
Celebrated Swiss political cartoonist Patrick Chappatte, whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Der Spiegel and other leading newspapers, said Monday his profession is on the "front line" of a battle for democracy.
Iran warns will attack US forces in Hormuz after Trump announces plan to guide ships
Iran's military warned on Monday that US forces would be attacked if they entered the Strait of Hormuz, after President Donald Trump said the United States would help guide ships through the waterway.
Europe, Canada pull together in Yerevan in Trump's shadow
European leaders talked up independence on defence and closer ties with Canada Monday, as they gathered in Armenia for a summit clouded by US threats to cut military support.
India's Modi eyes important win in opposition-held West Bengal
Supporters of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated in West Bengal on Monday, taking to the streets as his Hindu-nationalist party appeared poised for victory in keenly fought state elections.
Iran warns will attack US forces in Hormuz after Trump announces escort plan
Iran's military warned on Monday that US forces would be attacked if they entered the Strait of Hormuz, after President Donald Trump said the United States would begin escorting ships through the waterway.
India's Modi eyes win in opposition-held West Bengal
Vote counting in key Indian state elections was underway Monday under tight security, with the focus on West Bengal, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party appeared set for victory.
In Wales, UK Labour Party loses grip on storied heartland
Wales -- the cradle of Britain's revered National Health Service and a former industrial powerhouse -- has been a Labour Party stronghold for well over a century.