World Bank Lifts Uganda Funding Freeze After Anti-LGBT Law Review

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The World Bank has announced it will resume funding to Uganda after ending a self-imposed suspension of loans support.

The global lender imposed a ban in 2023 after Uganda passed a harsh law against the LGBTQI community.

Isabel Nakirya reports.

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ICC “deplores” U.S. sanctions decision

The International Criminal Court says it deplores the decision by the
U.S. to impose sanctions on four of its judges.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says it's a response to the court's
illegitimate targeting of Israel and the U.S.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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French dock workers at a southern port are blocking the shipment of military material bound for Israel in protest at Israeli actions against Palestinians in Gaza

French dock workers in a southern port are blocking the shipment of military material bound for Israel.

Their union says the move is in protest at Israeli actions in Gaza.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Four people arrested in connection with stampede outside Indian stadium

Four people have reportedly been arrested and top police officials have been suspended in connection with a stampede outside a stadium in the Indian city of Bengaluru this week which left 11 people dead.

The stampede took place as fans gathered to celebrate the victory of the city's team in the Indian Premier League cricket tournament.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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TRUMP AND MUSK TRADE INSULTS AS RELATIONSHIP IMPLODES

Donald Trump and Elon Musk's relationship has imploded with the pair insulting each other on camera and online.

President Trump is threatening to take away public contracts awarded to Tesla - with the electric vehicle maker's shares slumping as a result.

Tesla owner Musk claimed without evidence on his social media platform X that Donald Trump appears in files about sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

It comes after Elon Musk fiercely opposed the Trump administration's signature spending bill, as Brad Gibson from CBS News reports.

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After Trump and Xi Speak, U.S. and China Agree to Revive Trade Talks

INTRO: US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday agreed to further trade talks aimed at resolving disputes over tariffs and supplies of rare earth minerals.

The promise of fresh discussions followed a phone conversation between the leaders of the two superpowers that President Trump described as "very positive." Laura Westbrook reports.

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Trump “very disappointed” by Musk bill attacks

US President Donald Trump says he is "very disappointed" and "very
surprised" with Elon Musk attacks against his signature spending bill.

The recent Trump-ally has described the president's 'big, beautiful
bill' as an "abomination" and told Senators to vote against it.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Trump bans citizens of 12 countries from entering the US

US President Donald Trump has banned citizens from twelve countries from entering the US - mostly in Asia and Africa - citing security risks. Seven other countries will face restrictions. 

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping speak amid ongoing trade war

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have spoken over the phone amid a standoff over tariffs.

The two have been engaged in a tit-for-tat trade war, culminating in the US slapping 145% levies on Chinese goods. That was later rolled back to 30% as negotiations on a broader trade deal play out.

Toni Waterman has more.

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Controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation reopens aid sites in Gaza

A U.S.-led group responsible for distributing aid in Gaza says it has resumed operations, after temporarily shutting down its sites.

The closure followed a series of nearby shootings in recent days, with Israel's military accused of firing on people arriving to collect supplies.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Pakistan lauds the US President for helping broker an India-Pakistan ceasefire

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Pakistan's Prime Minister has lauded US President Donald Trump for helping defuse tensions with New Delhi after last month's military escalation between the nuclear armed neighbours.

He was speaking while addressing US independence day celebrations at the American embassy in Islamabad

This even as New Delhi has repeatedly denied that the US played any role.

Hira Mustafa has more.

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NATO will hit five percent spending goal says U.S. Defense Secretary

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says NATO allies will commit to
a five percent spending target set out by the Trump administration.

Defense ministers are gathering at NATO headquarters Thursday as the
military alliance gears up for a top level summit in the Netherlands
later this month.

William Denselow reports from Brussels where NATO is headquartered.

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Hungary Delays Vote on Foreign-Funding Transparency Law

 Hungary's government has delayed a controversial vote on a proposed law targeting foreign-funded organizations. 

The bill had sparked street protests and international criticism. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.

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Brazilian president visits France ahead of major ocean conference

The Brazilian president is making a state visit to France ahead of a major ocean conference next week.

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will spend two days in Paris before heading to southern France to take part in the summit on protection of the oceans.

He will also participate in a review of the troops and a state dinner with President Macron.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Indian authorities investigate stampede which killed 11 outside cricket stadium

Indian authorities are investigating the cause of a deadly stampede in Bengaluru - at a victory celebration to mark the first ever Indian Premier League title win for the city's cricket team.

At least 11 people, as young as 14, were killed and dozens were injured on Wednesday.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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AID CENTRES TO REOPEN IN GAZA

Aid centres in Gaza are reopening on Thursday after being shut following fatalities at a facility in Rafah .

The Israel-endorsed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation closed them, saying it was to carry out improvements.

On Tuesday a number of Palestinians were killed at an aid distribution site when Israeli troops opened fire.

The head of the UN World Food Programme, Cindy McCain, says the situation in the enclave is desperate.

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Trump announces 12 country travel ban

US President Donald Trump has signed a travel ban preventing people
from 12 countries entering the United States.

The list includes Afghanistan, Iran, Haiti, Myanmar and multiple
African nations.

Seven other countries - including Venezuela and Cuba - face partial
travel restrictions,

The new policy goes into effect from Monday.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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As Nick Harper in Washington reports legal challenges to this latest
directive are expected.

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Hong Kong curbs Tiananmen anniversary, US and Taiwan say world must remember

INTRO: Security was tight in Hong Kong and activists faced pressure from police on the 36th anniversary of China's 1989 crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators in Tiananmen Square.

Meanwhile, Taiwan and the United States said it must never be forgotten. Laura Westbrook reports.

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Trump ends policy requiring emergency abortions if mother’s life is in danger

The Trump administration has ended a policy that requires hospitals to perform emergency abortions if the mother's health is in danger…even in states where the procedure is banned. Nineteen states have either banned or restricted abortions since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022.   Toni Waterman has more.

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Trump says Xi hard to make a deal with as steel & aluminium tariffs double

U.S. President Donald Trump has called China's Xi Jinping very tough and "extremely hard to make a deal with". 

It comes as the White House says the two leaders are likely to speak this week as trade tensions between their countries intensify.

Kate fisher reports from Washington

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