Germany plans to use similar G7 mechanism as substitute for bilateral military aid, prompting criticism
Russia on Thursday accused the European Union of "theft" after the bloc transferred the first tranche of profits from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine to boost Kyiv’s military capabilities. But some fear Western states could cut their own aid, as Henry Ridgwell reports. Camera: Henry Ridgwell.
The arrest of Pavel Durov, the boss of the social media platform Telegram, is reverberating around the world as Russia urges France not to turn the investigation into 'political persecution.' Durov is under formal investigation over alleged illegal activities on Telegram. Henry Ridgwell reports.
Pavel Durov put under formal investigation, released under $5.6 million bail
Millions of people around the world suffer from blurred vision, lack access to eye care
New research suggests farmers could boost their profits significantly with a pair of eyeglasses to correct poor vision. But millions of people are unable to access eye care. Henry Ridgwell reports.
Japan is set to have a new prime minister after incumbent Fumio Kishida announced last week he would not seek re-election in a leadership vote next month. Kishida sought to transform Japan’s security capabilities amid growing regional threats. Will his successor seek to build on that legacy?
Incumbent Prime Minister Fumio Kishida sought to boost Japan's defense spending, but public was reluctant to pay higher taxes, analyst says
Authorities in Britain are trying to work out the origins of the violent far-right protests that erupted in towns and cities across the country earlier this month. While some blame racism and false news, others say deeper social and economic forces are at work. Henry Ridgwell reports.
Week of violence saw mosques attacked and migrants targeted
Japan doubles defense spending, forges Indo-Pacific alliances to counter threats from China, North Korea and Russia
Japan doubles defense spending and forges Indo-Pacific alliances to counter threats from China, North Korea, Russia
The United States has moved to significantly strengthen its alliances in the Indo-Pacific in recent days amid the security threat from China – including a major upgrade of its military command in Japan. Just how ready are the United States and its allies to act if conflict erupts?
$500 million military aid for Manila follows major upgrade of US command in Japan
Over 10% of malaria cases in several East African countries include malaria parasites with drug-resistant mutations
The malaria parasite is showing signs of resistance to artemisinin, the main drug used to fight the disease, in parts of Africa. A new report warns of potentially millions more deaths without immediate health policy changes. Henry Ridgwell has more from Bangkok.
Members of the world’s largest military alliance converge in Washington to commemorate NATO's 75th anniversary. Explore the pressing issues of European security and Ukraine’s defense. Plus, catch up on the latest developments in elections across Britain, France, and the United States.
Britain has a new government. Keir Starmer’s center-left Labour Party won a landslide victory in Thursday’s election with a 412-seat majority in Parliament. How might Britain’s role in the world change under Prime Minister Starmer? Henry Ridgwell has more from London.
Immigration, conflict, defense and geopolitical tensions are major foreign challenges facing new Labour prime minister
Britain is set to hold a general election on Thursday, July 4, with polls suggesting the country is likely to elect a new leader. How might that change Britain’s stance on key issues like Russia’s war on Ukraine? Henry Ridgwell has more from London.
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