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President Dissanayake has called rescue and recovery efforts the most difficult in the nation's history.

Sudan Doctors Network says 'deliberate suicide-drone attacks' targeted a kindergarten and several civilian facilities.

Meeting to boost ties comes as India seeks reprieve from US oil sanctions related to war in Ukraine.

Russian internet regulator Roskomnadzor accused both platforms of being used 'to organise and carry out terrorist acts'.

Centrist candidate Salvador Nasralla, 72, says the US president's remarks may have cost him votes.

Residents of Caracas go about their routines amid growing anxiety over the deployment of US military assets offshore.

James decries Trump's 'weaponisation' of the justice system after second failed attempt to federally prosecute her.

The new Texas map, backed by Donald Trump, has sparked similar efforts for partisan redistricting across the US.

These are the key developments from day 1,380 of Russia's war on Ukraine.

Court grants stay on previous order giving timeline for troop withdrawal as administration considers response.

Attack comes amid renewed scrutiny of the Trump administration's campaign against alleged drug smugglers.

US president hosts leaders of DRC and Rwanda and says Washington will buy rare earth minerals from the two countries.

Lawsuit challenges rules that give wide discretion to Pentagon chief Hegseth to oust journalists over coverage.

Table-topping Barcelona look to move four points clear of Real Madrid but Real Betis eye their own La Liga ambitions.

Putin questions US pressure on India's Russian oil purchases as Modi gives the Russian president a warm welcome.

The bill comes as theTrump gov't mulls greenlighting sales of Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence chips to China.

Abu Shabab became prominent last year leading an armed group operating in Israeli-controlled areas of Gaza.

Palestinians with a range of disabilities came together to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 draw takes place Friday in Washington, DC, where the trophy has been on display.

Copa, Wingo, Satena, and Boliviana halt Venezuela flights, citing navigation signal issues and safety concerns.

Talks to include trade imbalances and China's support for Russia.

Ireland, Spain, Netherlands, and Slovenia refuse to participate in next year's event after calling for Israel to be bann

The presidents of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have signed the Washington Accord" peace deal.

Tense FIFA Arab Cup group finale awaits as Asian Cup holders Qatar held by Syria while Palestine also draw with Tunisia.

The arrest of a Virginia man potentially ends a five-year mystery that highlighted rise of political violence in the US.

Minnesota legislator Omar Fateh says Trump's 'disgraceful' comments are meant as 'political theatre' to rally his base.

Africa's minerals and young workforce are attracting global interest as China, the US and Europe compete for influence.

Raids lead to arrest of Palestinians, as Israeli violence surges across northern occupied West Bank.

Dawn Sturgess, 44, was unwittingly caught up in an assassination attempt against the former Russian spy Sergei Skripal.

Rights chief fears another wave of violence similar to el-Fasher as death toll mounts across strategic region.

His supporters defend him, his opponents cannot look past him and the centre keeps trying to bargain with him.

Stalled Moscow talks with the US and Vladimir Putin offered little relief to Ukrainians reeling from years of war.

US President Donald Trump will meet the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Washington.

Video captured an Israeli strike destroying a building in southern Lebanon, this time in al-Majadel.

Strike on Jbaa follows warnings for more attacks as Israel continues daily attacks despite year-old ceasefire.

Belgium is pushing back against a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine's economy and war effort.

Parents in rural Nigeria still have no idea what has happened to their children weeks after kidnappers abducted 300.

Indonesian mother Sri Yuni Pardede fled with her baby as landslides struck her community in North Tapanuli.

US defense secretary was accused of putting military personnel in danger when he used messaging app to discuss strikes.

While some in Russia believe Ukraine is standing in the way of peace, other analysts say Putin has maximalist ambitions.

They don't have anywhere to go back to."

Ahmed Nejib Chebbi is among dozens of government critics facing years-long prison terms after 'sham trial'.

Most land left to Palestinians after the ceasefire isn't arable, while most fertile land is under Israeli control.

Yasser Abu Shabab was infamous during Israel's war on Gaza as his group was accused of stealing desperately needed aid.

Jury may vote along with the public if EBU cannot prevent bids that sway the public, as Israel allegedly did last year.

Donald Trump has doubled down on his attacks on Somali-Americans, saying Somali immigrants have destroyed our country".

US Secretary of State says US president is 'the only leader in the world capable of resolving the Sudan crisis'.

Trump claims to be cracking down on drug gangs in Venezuela but pardoned a Honduran drug lord serving time in the US.

Some of Gaza's most treasured landmarks were badly damaged by Israel during the war.

England get edge on first day of second Test at the Gabba in Brisbane as Joe Root hits his first century in Australia.