Washington says it has intercepted two Venezuela-linked oil tankers in the Atlantic as part of President Trump’s hardline effort to control oil movements across the Americas, claiming the vessels—the ...
Following the largest anti-corruption investigation of his presidency, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has launched a significant shake-up of the government and his office, with a series of dismissals and appoint...
The Sudanese government which had been driven out by war has returned to Khartoum and promises “better services” for the capital's residents, Prime Minister Kamil Idris announced on Sunday. The army-a...
We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, ple...
📋 Key Facts ✓ The Council of the European Union endorsed the launch of the digital euro. ✓ The digital euro is developed by the Europea...
Thousands of civilians left affected areas of Aleppo as the army launched strikes on Kurdish forces. The government declared a curfew, as the fighting disrupted flights, shops, universities and school...
The latest attacks bring the total number of known boat strikes to 35 and the number of people killed to at least 115 since early September, according to official figures....
Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Friday insisted that the Islamic republic would "not back down" in the face of protesters who he called "vandals" and "saboteurs", in a speech broadcast...
📋 Key Facts ✓ The Department of Justice faces criticism for not releasing all Epstein files on Friday ✓ A law signed by President Donal...
At the end of 2025, many Iranian merchants closed their shops to protest rampant inflation. At the start of 2026, the government faces further fallout from sanctions, economic crisis and environmental...
The Joint Interagency Task Force 401 recently marked its first 100 days in operation. US Marine Corps photo by Connor Taggart There's no single answer to defeating the threat of small drones, a counte...
The number of US military personnel stationed in Germany has risen significantly under the presidency of Joe Biden, reflecting heightening tensions in Europe....
China’s economy has successfully weathered mounting shocks, including US tariffs and technology curbs, and continues to innovate despite a challenging environment, according to the mouthpiece of the r...
Some CEOs believe US manufacturing can make a comeback. Do you? Business Wire/AP President Donald Trump's trade war was partially intended to boost US-made goods. Nearly a year later, the results aren...
As Iran's nationwide protests increase the pressure on Iran’s civilian government and its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr. Ammar Maleki, Director/Founder o...
Hong Kong’s education authorities have commended schools for making significant progress in fostering patriotism among students over the last academic year when compared with the past, with national e...
We had barely entered the new year when Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured in a brazen raid on the orders of US President Donald Trump. In the early hours of...
Voters in Uganda go to the polls on January 15 to elect a new president and members of parliament. DW breaks down the key facts you need to know ahead of the crucial vote....
Voters in Uganda go to the polls on January 15 to elect a new president and members of parliament. DW breaks down the key facts you need to know ahead of the crucial vote....
Donald Trump and the Chinese foreign minister have congratulated both sides on ending months of border clashes. Since the first flare-up in May, the conflict has killed dozens and displaced hundreds o...