Trump’s diesel deal with Putin is a shambles. Here’s why it was always destined to fail
The US president touted his diesel deal with Russia as a way to bring down energy prices ahead of the midterms. But a month on, US voters are yet to see any benefits and Europe and Kyiv are enraged, writes James C. Reyno
Burkina Faso issues arrest warrants for around 20 people, including journalists
The warrants target exiled journalists, activists, an ex-minister, and former military officers who face several terrorism-related charges.
Fake Toyota airbag recall notices circulating on WhatsApp, Hongkongers warned
Hong Kong residents have been warned about fake vehicle airbag safety recall messages circulating widely on WhatsApp, with the Chinese-language notices bearing the Transport Department’s name. A department spokesman said
Hungarian authorities uncover $20m during probe of Orbán-era minister
Prime Minister Péter Magyar promised a sweeping anti-corruption drive after ousting Orbán in April.
South Sudan postpones first-ever national elections until February
The vote, first expected in 2022, will now be held on February 11, according to the country's election commission.
SpaceX's Starship encounters problems during 15th test flight
Elon Musk’s SpaceX successfully launched its Starship, the world's largest spaceship, into orbit where it should release 15 satellites for its Starlink network. A few minutes after lift off however, the rocket's booster
Hong Kong to test electronic proxy voting platform to curb bid-rigging at estates
Hong Kong will launch a trial scheme next year to handle proxy voting via an electronic platform, a move designed to pave the way for a cap on proxies and curb rampant bid-rigging in private housing estates. Announcing t
Nearly $20m found in Hungary’s forests, buildings amid corruption probe
An ex-minister faces a bribery probe as Hungary's new government investigates alleged corruption during Orban's rule.
Trump, Xi and Putin to meet in China, White House says
Trump is set to depart Washington on Monday for the Philippines, where he is due to attend a meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations before making his way to Shenzhen in China.
Hungary seizes $18m cash tied to ex-Orban-era minister in probe
Anti-corruption authorities in Hungary say they found around $18 million in hidden cash.
Trump, Xi and Putin to hold unprecedented meeting, White House says
The leaders of the US, China and Russia will hold an unprecedented meeting on the sidelines of a major economic summit, the White House has said.
Espionage accusations: a pressure tactic for Turkish government critics
This week's arrest of an employee of a German foundation in Istanbul has put focus back on the Erdogan administration's pressure tactics. The arrest is far from the first of its kind.
Live: France deploys 70,000 police for new wave of anti-government protests
Between 50 and 60 marches are expected in France on Saturday, according to Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez, who plans to mobilise approximately 70,000 police officers and gendarmes across the country. In Paris, the march
Australian PM Anthony Albanese caught on hot-mic making crude joke with minister at COP31
A spokesperson for the prime minister says the two men ‘were having a joke in between meetings’
Trump, Putin and Xi plan historic joint meeting in China next week, White House says
Trump will discuss the "reduction of nuclear weapons" during the unprecedented talks, a spokeswoman says.
Judo star Teddy Riner is taking on what may be his toughest battle in the French presidential race
China to host first-ever trilateral meeting between Trump, Xi and Putin next week
The three leaders are scheduled to meet on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Shenzhen on Thursday, the White House confirmed. Likely discussions will include nuclear weapons and the war in
China to host first-ever trilateral meeting between Trump, Xi and Putin next week
The three leaders are scheduled to meet on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Shenzhen on Thursday, the White House confirmed. US officials said discussions will include nuclear weapons and
Trump, Xi, Putin to hold historic meeting in China: White House
Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping will hold the first three-way meeting between the leaders of the United States, Russia and China at a summit in Shenzhen next week, the White House said Friday.
University hounded out of Hungary by Orbán reaches out to new government
Prospect of partial return to Budapest by Central European University suggests confidence in Hungary’s future A university that Viktor Orbán tried to chase out of Hungary is open to expanding its presence in Budapest, in
German spies granted sweeping new powers
Parliament passes legislation months after a thwarted attack at Leipzig-Halle airport, which Berlin linked to Russia.
Camping, sightseeing booking portal disabled while data breach investigated
The ACT government says it has contacted around 6,000 customers, alerting them to potential scam activity on a national park booking site.
What we know so far about why US flights were grounded
Aviation authorities cited "extraordinary circumstances and reasons of safety", with the White House blaming outdated air traffic control technology for a communications outage.
Indonesia’s commodity export U-turn: no monopoly, just all the data
Indonesia has abandoned plans to make a powerful new state-owned enterprise the “sole exporter” of its palm oil, coal and ferroalloys, in a move that has reassured some businesses, even as questions over oversight and pr
Minns vows to open 100 long-day childcare centres if re-elected
The Minns government will open 100 new long-day childcare centres in areas where there is high demand and an under-supply of childcare services.
Albanese, Bowen caught talking phones and 'dicks' in hot-mic gaffe
The prime minister's office says Anthony Albanese and Chris Bowen were sharing a joke when a private conversation was inadvertently recorded at the COP31 summit.
Progressive challenge to Democratic Senate chief Schumer opens fight for bolder agenda
The challenge escalates a fight inside the Democratic Party over how bold it should be in forcing an end to the Iran war and taking on corporate power.
White House confirms US-China-Russia trilateral talks on Apec sidelines
The White House on Friday confirmed an unprecedented meeting between leaders of the US, China and Russia on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit in Shenzhen next week. “President [Donald]
White House demanding Japan triple host-nation support for U.S. troops
The United States is demanding that Japan provide a total of ¥3 trillion over the five years starting in fiscal 2027 for U.S. forces stationed in the country under its Host Nation Support program, about three times the c
Rope barriers at parliament round out prickly week for government
If the government wants to signal it's in touch with community concerns, walking through Hollywood-style velvet ropes and gold posts at parliament is probably not the best way to do it, writes Keane Bourke.
Afghanistan’s new road to China ends at a closed border
Taliban government hopes its Wakhan Corridor road will open new trade routes and reduce reliance on Pakistan.
Arrested generals and a threatened VP: President's son fuels Ugandan succession fever
The 52-year-old general’s provocative posts and military threats have fuelled rumours of a dynastic succession.
Pax Silica means peace. In the Philippines, it’s a fight
Outside the Grand Hyatt hotel in Manila earlier this year, five people were arrested as hundreds of activists chanting “Junk Pax Silica!” clashed with anti-riot police. Inside, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr h
Man dies after house fire in Geelong suburb
A man has died in a house fire in a suburb in outer Geelong that does not have a local fire station, despite one being promised by the Victorian government.
It’s looking like Trump’s first term again as knives come out at the White House over Nvidia scandal
The backbiting and leaking that characterized Trump’s first term is back in full force - and this time Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick appears to be the target, White House Correspondent Andrew Feinberg writes
US gives states another 6 months before they have to remove people from Medicaid for not working
President Donald Trump's administration is giving states another six months before they must remove beneficiaries from Medicaid rolls for failing to meet new work requirements
US Congress widens Nvidia probe, seeking testimony from Jensen Huang and Trump officials
US lawmakers have been demanding answers about potential national security risks and White House oversight of advanced chip exports to China following revelations that former Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang was in a
Hungary seizes $19.5m in cash found buried in forests amid graft inquiry
Anti-corruption agency carried out searches as part of investigation into Orbán-era minister accused of taking bribes Hungary’s anti-corruption agency said on Friday it had seized cash worth $19.5m (£14.8m) buried in for
Gambia's Adama Barrow seeks third term
In tonight's programme, Gambia's electoral commission has announced the five official candidates for the country's upcoming presidential election. President Adama Barrow is seeking a third term. Tensions continue to rise
Switching runways, flying higher proposed in bid to reduce Brisbane aircraft noise
Six years after the city's second $1.1 billion runway opened, the federal government's air traffic oversight body is seeking community feedback on five options to reduce everyday impacts on residents.
Ex ‘Front Row Joe’ comes up with brutal new nickname for Trump
The former Trump superfan estimated he’s attended more than 80 of the president’s rallies across the country
Dana White describes the 48 hours that nearly saw him become press secretary: ‘This is crazy’
White sat down with the president’s daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, and revealed what it was like to ‘almost inadvertently become the next press secretary for the White House’
Paraguay’s ex-president Pena faces new charge over Ueno bank collapse
The criminal association charge over his alleged role in the collapse of the bank comes a week after his removal.
The moment Melbourne builders were made to 'bend the knee' to the CFMEU
The first week of public hearings at the royal commission into alleged corruption on Victorian public projects have delved into what the state government knew about a beleaguered level crossing removal.
The Downfall of AI’s ‘Rock Star’ Boss, Ukraine: Who speaks for Europe? Protests & Presidents
On The World This Week with Gavin Lee, our panel distills the breaking news and global stories of the past 7 days into 45 minutes. Ukraine: Who will speak for Europe? In a week thats seen the first direct talks between U
Democrats detail ‘must-have’ victories in 2027 after taking control of Congress
They are hoping to get some Republican backing on their bills, something voters have said they long for
Democratic Senate leader Schumer set to face leadership challenge
Maryland Senator Van Hollen says "new leadership" is needed for Democrats following the party's recent midterm successes.
Homes with architectural designs that cost just $1 near completion
Almost 18 months after the state government launched the architectural designs, the Illawarra build is one of 22 projects being constructed and hopes to be the first to land.
How will the US deal with Nvidia scandal?
Tech giant CEO resigned and will testify before Congress.
Le Pen offers to meet Zelenskyy in Brussels
The Ukrainian leader wants to persuade the far-right leader to continue supporting Ukraine if she becomes president of France.
Eisenkot slams Netanyahu’s ‘racist’ campaign against Palestinian Israelis
Prime ministerial hopeful calls attempts to marginalise and smear Palestinian citizens of Israel 'an anti-state act'.
Albanese's salad days have wilted into a long list of woe
Underlying the grimness inside the government is the realisation that there are few easy policy options to hand.
'We have done all our homework' to get EU candidate status: Kosovo's PM Albin Kurti
FRANCE 24 hosts Albin Kurti, the prime minister of Kosovo, a country that declared its independence from Serbia back in 2008 and sees itself as part of the European family. But four years after applying to join the EU, K
Russia sends major business delegation to Kabul for business talks with the Taliban
A Russian deputy prime minister led a 70-strong Russian delegation to Afghanistan, pursuing deals on transport, logistics, agriculture, and health products with the Taliban.
Judge warns Trump’s DOJ about consequences of ‘document destruction’ over DC golf course plans
Trump officials have denied whistleblower claims as Democrats prepare to investigate president’s DC pet projects