After summit, EU says China cannot turn a blind eye to Russia's actions

The EU says China cannot turn a blind eye to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The remarks were made by European Council President Charles Michel after Beijing and Brussels held their first summit since 2020.

Following the virtual talks, Chinese President Xi Jinping said both sides should add stabilising factors to a turbulent world, according to Chinese state media. 

Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels.

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U.S. economy adds robust 431,000 jobs in March

The U.S. economy added 431,000 jobs in March despite concerns over
inflation and a possible recession.

The easing of Covid-19 restrictions across the United States has
helped support hiring- especially in the hospitality industry.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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US Senators near new Covid-19 funding agreement

US senators are nearing a deal on Covid-19 funding as they try to pass
a stalled stimulus package.

They've slashed the proposed $15bn emergency funds as some Republicans
were unhappy with the high price tag.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UN Peacekeepers deloyed to northeastern Mali

UN Peacekeepers have been deployed to northeastern Mali following a
spate of civilian killings.

There's been a surge of terrorist attacks in the region over the last month.

Sarah Walton reports.

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[PREVIEW FOR NEXT WEEK] Fed minutes and energy prices to dominate week ahead on Wall Street

The release of minutes from the last Federal Reserve meeting will be
of keen interest for Wall Street analysts in the upcoming trading
week.

And investors will continue to monitor energy prices after the Biden
administration vowed to release millions of oil barrels from the
strategic reserve.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Energy bills soar for British families

Millions of households in the UK are facing major hikes in their energy bills from April 1st.

As well as the energy price cap rise, many people will see the cost of their council tax, water bills and car tax go up.

Sally Patterson has more in London.

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EU and China hold summit amid war in Ukraine

The EU and China are holding a virtual summit, with Ukraine expected to top the agenda. 

This is the first EU-China summit since 2020; since then, relations between Beijing and Brussels have been tested by the pandemic, diplomatic spats, and most recently Russia's invasion of Ukraine. 

Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels. 

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India-Russia Foreign Ministers meet amid calls to isolate Moscow

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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is in Delhi today where he's likely to discuss new trade and defense deals with his Indian counterpart.

The visit comes as India's coming under international pressure to isolate Russia.

This has put New Delhi in a precarious position according to policy experts.

Our correspondent Ishan Garg tells more.

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Japan prepared to act on oil reserves release

Japan says it's prepared to make more economic policy changes, after the US announced the largest ever release of oil from emergency reserves.
Japan is one of the world's largest oil consumers, and surging prices are slowing the country's post-pandemic recovery.
Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.

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Australia responds to Zelenskys address to parliament

Australia is finalising details of how many "Bushmaster" military vehicles will be sent to Ukraine.

President Volodomir Zelensky requested Australia help arm his country and send the armoured vehicles, during an historic address to the countries Federal Parliament on Thursday.

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Hong Kong residents return home as flight bans lifted

Thousands of stranded Hong Kongers are beginning to return to the city, as COVID-19 flight bans are being lifted. The relaxation of the rules comes as daily case numbers continue to fall after the city’s worst virus outbreak since the start of the pandemic. 

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong.

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US markets see worst quarter for stocks in 2 years

The Dow dropped more than 550 points on Thursday after President Joe
Biden announced the largest ever release from strategic oil reserves.

It marked the end of a volatile month of trading in the US.

Sarah Walton reports

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Mike Pence calls for GOP to "relentlessly" focus on the future, sparking hints of Presidential bid

Former US Vice-President Mike Pence has taken a major step toward running for the White House in 2024, by releasing a 19-page policy agenda casting himself as the future for the Republican Party and the country. 

Benji Hyer reports from Washington DC. 

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Fentanyl pill seizures jumps nearly 5,000 percent in US

A new study reveals that police in the U.S. seized nearly 10 million
counterfeit pills that contain fentanyl last year- a significant spike
compared to previous years.

Fentanyl is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and is largely blamed
for the huge surge in accidental overdoses in recent years.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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UN appeal for Afghanistan raises $2.4 billion

Countries around the world have pledged nearly $2.5 dollars to help
humanitarian assistance for Afghanistan.

But the total is so far well below the target of $4.4 set by the United Nations.

Sarah Walton reports

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Biden to unleash the largest drawdown of oil in American history

U.S. President Joe Biden is ordering the release of 1 million barrels of oil per day from the country's strategic reserves, in a bid to rein in high energy prices.

The price of gas has spiked in recent weeks as the U.S. imposed sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.

Toni Waterman has more from Texas.

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NATO sees no pull-back of Russian troops in Ukraine, expects more attacks

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says the alliance is seeing no pull-back of Russian troops in Ukraine, warning additional offensive actions can be expected.

This comes after Moscow pledged to reduce attacks in Northern Ukraine after peace talks earlier this week.

Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels, where NATO is headquartered.

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Biden to turn on the oil reserve spigot to rein in gas prices

Biden to turn on the oil reserve spigot to rein in gas prices

U.S. President Joe Biden is expected to issue an order on Thursday to release oil from the country's strategic reserves, in a bid to rein in high energy prices.

The price of gas has spiked in recent weeks as the US imposed sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.

Toni Waterman has more from Texas.

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Afghanistan appeal is largest ever launched by UN

The United Nations has launched its largest ever appeal for a single
country, to try to raise $4.4 billion dollars for Afghanistan.

The organization warns 23 million people are facing acute food insecurity.

Sarah Walton reports

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Seven Bodies Recovered, Others Missing As Locals Drown in Nigerian River

At least seven bodies of people who drowned in a river in Nigeria's north central state of Niger have been recovered. 

They are mostly women and children and were in a boat which capsized while in transit.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.

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