Zelensky says Ukraine ready to work for peace as talks with Russia stall

Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is ready to work productively for peace. The Ukrainian leader made the comments after meeting with US special envoy Keith Kellogg in Kyiv on Saturday as peace talks with Russia stall. Local media is reporting that Zelensky and President Trump will speak on Monday. Trent Murray has more.

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Europe and India halting shipments to the US over unclear tariff rules

Postal services in India and Europe say they are halting shipments to the United States effectively almost immediately. Germany, Denmark, France and the UK - among others - say there's just not enough clarity around new import duties on low-value packages. Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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U.S. Federal Reserve Chair hints at interest rate cut

The Chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve has hinted that a central bank rate cut could be coming as soon as next month, and said the effects of the President's trade war are now clearly visible.

The speech was billed as perhaps the most important of Jerome Powell's career, following months of attacks by Donald Trump for not cutting interest rates.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Famine in Gaza says UN-backed report

Famine has been confirmed in parts of Gaza for the first time
according to a United Nations backed agency.

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification analysis says more
than half a million people are facing famine.

Aid agencies fear a military offensive in Gaza City will worsen the
humanitarian situation and members of the international community are
calling for a deescalation.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Famine declared in northern Gaza, UN official highlights urgency

The world's leading authority on food security says there is now a famine in northern Gaza, and half a million people are at risk of dying from starvation.

Mitch McCann reports:

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​FBI raids home of former Trump advisor-turned-adversary John Bolton

The FBI has raided the home of President Trump's former national security advisor John Bolton - with whom the president has a contentious relationship. The search is reportedly part of a "national security investigation". Toni Waterman has more from DC.

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Pakistan's FM to visit Bangladesh over the weekend

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After decades of strained relations, Pakistan's Foreign Minister is set to visit Bangladesh this weekend.

It comes amid a thaw in bilateral ties following the ousting of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Hasina last year.

Bangladesh won independence from Pakistan after a war in 1971 and had previously been closely aligned with Islamabad's neighbour and rival, India.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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Irish rap trio continue with European tour despite Hungary ban and cancelled gigs

The controversial Irish rap trio Kneecap will continue with a European tour despite Hungary imposing a ban on the group and some concerts being cancelled.

The group, which has been a vocal supporter of Palestinian rights, is likely to face intense scrutiny from French authorities when they play a festival in Paris on Sunday.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Seventy-six Catholic priests in the northeast of the Democratic Republic of Congo have called for the immediate lifting of the state of siege that the government imposed in 2021 to curb violence by armed groups. The prelates say the security measure has failed to stop the killings of civilians in their region. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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Netanyahu says he has instructed negotiations to be held for the release of all hostages

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he has instructed negotiations to begin for the release of all hostages held in Gaza while simultaneously approving plans for the military takeover of Gaza City.

Blake Sifton reports from Tel Aviv

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European and US military chiefs present Ukraine security options

Military chiefs from the U.S. and a number of European nations have
presented plans for potential security guarantees to Ukraine.

According to the Reuters news agency these options were passed along
to their national security advisors.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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India, France Align Positions on Ukraine

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron, with both leaders agreeing to coordinate on the Ukraine crisis. The call reflects India's growing diplomatic weight as it balances old ties with Moscow and deeper engagement with the West.

Kshitij Nagar reports from New Delhi.

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India passes bill banning online betting

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India's parliament has passed a bill banning online betting saying millions in the country are facing financial ruin because of it. 

Betting is illegal in India - but many online firms had been operating in a legal gray area for years. 

Ishan Garg tells about what this means for the country's multi-billion dollar industry. 

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Hong Kong mogul Jimmy Lai's lawer says his "armchair punditry" was not criminal

INTRO: Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai's lawyer clashed with judges over whether the pro-democracy newspaper founder's "armchair punditry" on social media breached the city's national security law.

The 77-year-old founder of the now-closed Apple Daily stands accused of colluding with foreign forces and conspiring to publish seditious content in his role as founder of the tabloid newspaper. Laura Westbrook reports.

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Moscow says foreign troops in Ukraine would be ‘unnacceptable’

Russia called "absolutely unnacceptable" the idea of deploying foreign forces in Ukraine discussed by Europe and Kiev as part of security guarantees for Ukraine. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused the so-called "coalition of the willing" countries of attempts to undermine US President Donald Trump's peacemaking efforts. And reiterated any discussions of European security, Ukraine included, must involve Russia. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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Appeals Court Rules Trump No Longer Has to Pay Massive Fine in Fraud Case

US President Donald Trump will no longer have to pay a significant fine imposed after he was found guilty of business fraud in the lead-up to last year's election.

It's a significant win for the President, but the ruling doesn't remove the guilty verdict, something he's likely to appeal.

Mitch McCann reports.

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International Criminal Court chiefs condemn new US sanctions on staff

The International Criminal Court has slammed the decision by the US government to impose sanctions on four more of its top staff.

Those who have been targeted include a French and a Canadian judge over their involvement in cases against Israeli politicians and US military operations in Afghanistan.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Rubio to Lead Conversations on Ukraine Security Guarantees on Thursday

The White House is facing difficulties in its efforts to broker a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia, with reported resistance from the Kremlin over Ukrainian security guarantees.

It's reported that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will lead diplomatic talks with allies on Thursday over what security guarantees for Ukraine may look like.

Mitch McCann reports.

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EU and US agree to trade joint statement

The European Union and U.S. have issued a joint statement week after
the two sides agreed a framework trade agreement.

The two sides say it's a first step towards a more fair and balanced
trade relationship but critics argue that it's a bad deal for Europe.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Ukraine wants rapid progress on security guarantees

Ukraine has called on its allies to make progress on what security
guarantees they could provide as part of a peace deal with Russia.

The U.S. has been pushing for an end to the conflict but warns that
Europe will have to do the heavy lifting when it comes to providing
Kyiv with long-term security.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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