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Israel-Iran conflict exposed China’s ‘limited leverage’, say analysts

China called for a ceasefire. But despite its recent history of mediation in the region, its role was limited this time.

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EU leaders meet to discuss sanctions, tariffs, and Middle East policy

EU leaders gather in Brussels to address sanctions on Russia, US tariffs, and Middle East conflicts.

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Former Venezuelan spymaster pleads guilty to US drug trafficking charges

Hugo Carvajal pleads guilty to four criminal counts including narcoterrorism conspiracy, conspiracy to import cocaine.

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Six dead, thousands displaced as floods hit southwestern China

'Exceptionally large floods' swept through Guizhou's Rongjiang county, forcing some 80,000 people to flee their homes.

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Thailand moves to re-criminalise cannabis in blow to $1bn industry

The order to restrict cannabis use for medical purposes only must pass another hurdle before becoming law.

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Ecuador captures ‘Fito’, country’s most wanted fugitive gang leader

Jose Adolfo Macias, alias 'Fito', is due to be extradited to the US on drug trafficking and weapons smuggling charges.

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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy urges trial for ‘war criminal’ Putin

Ukrainian leader signs an accord with the Council of Europe to set up a special tribunal to try top Russian officials.

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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy urges trial for ‘war criminal’ Putin

Ukrainian leader signs an accord with the Council of Europe to set up a special tribunal to try top Russian officials.

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‘Witch-hunt’: Trump calls for cancellation of Netanyahu’s corruption trial

Trump extolls Israeli leader as a 'warrior', says the US will be the one that 'saves Bibi Netanyahu' from trial.