World

Federal court rejects effort to keep Trump’s name on Kennedy Center

Since his return to the White House, Trump has repeatedly used official spaces to display his name and image, marking a sharp departure from American political norms.

12 Jun 2026-23:52
Switzerland puts forward venue for US-Iran peace deal signing

Switzerland has proposed hosting the potential signing of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran, the Swiss foreign ministry told AFP.

12 Jun 2026-23:36
Final text of US-Iran peace agreement confirmed, says Pakistan

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced Friday that a final agreed upon text for a peace agreement between the United States and Iran has been reached.

12 Jun 2026-23:19
Venezuela lashes out at Trinidad and Tobago in spill spat

Venezuela’s foreign ministry stated on Friday that the oil spill threatens fragile ecosystems and is disrupting local fishing activities.

12 Jun 2026-23:10
UAE set to unlock billions for Iran - sources

The United Arab Emirates has reportedly agreed to release billions of dollars to Iran, marking a tactical shift following weeks of Iranian attacks on the UAE during the US-Israeli conflict with the Islamic Republic, according to four sources.

12 Jun 2026-22:58
Is Microsoft preparing to spin off its Xbox gaming unit?

Microsoft is exploring major structural changes for its Xbox gaming division, including a potential spinoff or restructuring, according to a report by The Information.

12 Jun 2026-22:58
Paris convenes global summit for two-state solution

France is hosting an international conference on Friday to promote the two-state solution and support efforts toward a political resolution of the Palestinian issue, bringing together Palestinian and Israeli civil society representatives, foreign ministers, and officials from dozens of countries amid the ongoing war in Gaza and growing concerns about the prospects for a lasting peace agreement.

12 Jun 2026-22:42
Ukraine may lose EU aid over missed reform deadlines

According to the European Commission, Ukraine could lose nearly €700 million in financial assistance from the European Union after failing to meet several reform deadlines.

12 Jun 2026-22:37
72 arrested at London protest for Palestine Action

Metropolitan Police arrested 72 people outside Woolwich Crown Court in London on Friday during a demonstration supporting the activist group Palestine Action.

12 Jun 2026-22:20
Technical fault forces Pope to fly back on Spain’s royal jet

Pope Leo had to board a Falcon jet provided by the King of Spain after a technical problem grounded his larger papal plane in Tenerife, delaying his return to the Vatican on Friday at the conclusion of his week-long tour of Spain.

12 Jun 2026-21:23