World politics

Supreme Court Rejects Trump Bid to End Birthright Citizenship in the US

The US Supreme Court rejects President Donald Trump’s executive order to revoke birthright citizenship in the United States.

Keiko Fujimori declared winner of Peru's presidential election by narrow margin

Right-wing populist Keiko Fujimori has been declared the winner of Peru's presidential election by a narrow margin after a prolonged vote-counting process.

Trump must pay $5 million in E. Jean Carroll sexual assault case

The US Supreme Court rejects an appeal by President Donald Trump of a ruling that he sexually assaulted author E. Jean Carroll.

Trump plans record fireworks and nationwide spectacle for America’s 250th anniversary

Patriotism, gold glitter and giant monuments. America's 250th birthday on July 4 is approaching and with it a celebration like no other, Donald Trump claims. “I have promised America the most spectacular birthday party,” says the president.

Netanyahu signals shift, seeks broad national government after election

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing a difficult time in public opinion. He has now announced his intention to form a “broad national government” - without support from fringe parties - after the fall elections.

Trump to nominate Lance Schroyer to lead ICE

President Donald Trump says he will nominate former military and police officer Lance Schroyer as the new head of the US's controversial immigration agency ICE.

Serbian President Vucic Says He Will Resign Within Weeks, Paving Way for New Elections

The president of Serbia appears to be bowing to popular protests. Aleksandar Vucic declared in a speech to supporters on Saturday that he intends to resign within “a few weeks.”

Protesters rage against the Trump clan's luxury construction, saying enough is enough

On the Albanian coast, species-rich wetlands are being plowed over for a luxury resort with strong ties to the Trump family. People are protesting. The raging "flamingo revolution" is driven by long-standing anger at the country’s government, which is plagued by allegations of corruption. "We’ve had enough," says protester Akil Cala.

Burkina Faso breaks off diplomatic relations with France

Burkina Faso is breaking off all diplomatic relations with France - in light of what Burkina Faso calls a "lack of mutual respect", Reuters reports on its website.

Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to mishandling classified documents

President Donald Trump's former national security adviser, John Bolton, has pleaded guilty to one count of mishandling classified documents.

Supreme Court gives green light to Trump, may deport tens of thousands

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the protected status of around 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians.

Right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella wins Colombian presidential election

Senate approves extended presidential term in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe's 83-year-old President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, looks set to remain in office until 2030. The country's Senate has approved constitutional amendments that postpone the next presidential election.

Leftist candidate Iván Cepeda admits defeat in Colombia's presidential election

Leftist Senator Iván Cepeda admits defeat in Colombia's presidential election.

Keiko Fujimori looks set to win Peru's election

Right-wing populist Keiko Fujimori appears to have an unassailable lead in Peru's presidential election, according to the country's electoral commission, ONPE.

Lithuania's prime minister Inga Ruginiene resigns after ruling coalition changes

Lithuania's Prime Minister Inga Ruginiene resigns after changes in the ruling coalition.

Over 200 arrested in Ankara ahead of NATO summit

Over 200 people have been arrested in a crackdown in the Turkish capital, Ankara, ahead of the NATO summit in July. Those arrested are accused of links to extremist groups.

Two arrested for planned attack on White House UFC gala

A potential attack on the UFC gala at the White House was thwarted earlier in June, the FBI says. Two more suspects have now been arrested.

Judge blocks key part of Trump's election database ordered earlier this year

A federal judge has ordered a block on a database containing information on millions of Americans that was intended for use in elections, a significant setback for President Donald Trump.

Trump congratulates Colombia's right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella

U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Abelardo de la Espriella, who, by all accounts, won Colombia's presidential election.

Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit against Tim Walz and other Minnesota officials

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to sue Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and several other politicians.

Former Spanish transport minister José Luis Ábalos sentenced to 24 years in prison, former advisor Koldo Garcia to 19 years

The Prime Minister's former right-hand man is sentenced to 24 years in prison for corruption.

Albanians rage against the Trump clan's luxury construction project: Enough is enough

On the Albanian coast, species-rich wetlands are being plowed over for a luxury resort with strong ties to the Trump family. But locals are protesting. The raging “flamingo revolution” is driven by long-standing anger at the country’s government, which is plagued by allegations of corruption. “We’ve had enough,” says protester Akil Cala.

South Korean ex-justice minister Park Sung-jae sentenced to 25 years for role in imposing martial law in 2024

South Korea's former justice minister, Park Sung-jae, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for his role in imposing martial law in 2024.

Trump favorite Abelardo de la Espriella heads for election victory in Colombia

Right-wing candidate and Trump favorite Abelardo de la Espriella has declared himself the winner of Colombia's presidential election, citing preliminary vote counts. Meanwhile, opposition candidate Iván Cepeda says he wants to wait for the final results, Reuters reports.

US suspends sanctions on Iranian oil for 60 days

Talks between Tehran and Washington were postponed. They were later slowed by angry statements from the US president. In the afternoon, the first concrete results of the negotiations in Switzerland began to be felt when the US announced that Iran would be allowed to produce and sell oil for a two-month period.

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party wins landslide victory in Ethiopian election

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party won a landslide victory in the Ethiopian election.

Trump says horrible vandals are sabotaging the dam at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.

U.S. President Donald Trump accuses "horrible vandals" of sabotaging his renovation project for the dam at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Storm surrounding Keir Starmer, Trump predicts his resignation

Several British media outlets report that the hard-pressed British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is said to be making an announcement about his future in office soon, probably as early as Monday. At the same time, US President Donald Trump claims that Starmer "will resign."

Continued quarrel between Trump and Italy's Giorgia Meloni

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is pushing back against Donald Trump's latest attack on her, calling Trump's claims "nonsense."

Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain's prime minister, banned from leaving the country

Begoña Gómez, the wife of Spain's prime minister, has been banned from leaving the country, according to a court decision on Saturday.

Bolivian president declares state of emergency after weeks of protests and roadblocks

Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz is declaring a state of emergency on Saturday to restore order after weeks of protests and roadblocks.

Trump shows off Qatar's gift: Flying White House

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday showed off his new presidential plane, which he received as a controversial gift from Qatar. He told reporters in a hangar that it is considered the world's most luxurious aircraft.

Italy and Trump in dispute over I felt sorry for her remark

Italy's foreign minister is canceling his visit to the United States after a statement by President Donald Trump angered Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.