EU's Kallas says the bloc is working quickly on a loan for Ukraine that would leverage frozen Russian assets.

The US is planning to extend a $20 billion loan to Argentina in support to President Javier Milei.

Trump says Qatar is 'steadfast ally in pursuit of peace, stability, and prosperity" and helps US in mediating conflicts.

Hundreds of thousands federal employees to be furloughed while others, including FBI, CIA agents, will work without pay.

Unions are protesting against government plans to allow extended working hours, including shifts of up to 13 hours.

The hardline rulers have previously announced local blackouts as part of attempts to combat 'immoral activities'.

As Kabul resists action against the Pakistan Taliban, Islamabad is left to weigh military strikes and expulsions.

Youth-led protests over water and electricity continue in Madagascar, despite government concessions.

Police are investigating whether an explosion in northern Munich is linked to the popular beer festival.

Local authorities say nearly 70 people have been killed and hospitals in the Cebu province are overwhelmed.