US envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Moscow on Wednesday, as Trump’s deadline for Russia to agree a ceasefire with Ukraine looms.
Former Romanian President Ion Iliescu dies aged 95
He was Romania’s first freely elected leader after communism fell in 1989, and later faced charges of crimes against humanity.
Clintons subpoenaed in congressional Epstein investigation
Former top officials from the justice department during the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations were sent subpoenas
Netanyahu to propose full reoccupation of Gaza, Israeli media report
The plan will involve a complete takeover of Gaza, but reportedly faces opposition from military chiefs.
Besieged Sudan city residents face starvation, UN warns
El-Fasher, encircled by RSF paramilitary fighters, has not had food deliveries for over a year.
Texas Republicans vote to arrest Democrats blocking plan to re-draw electoral boundaries
The Democrats facing arrest have fled to block a vote that could sway the balance of power in Washington.
Netanyahu to propose full reoccupation of Gaza, Israeli media report
The plan will involve a complete takeover of Gaza, but reportedly faces opposition from military chiefs.
Nasa to put nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030 – US media
The reactor would provide power for humans on the Moon but there are questions about feasibility.
Dozens feared trapped after cloudburst triggers flash floods in India state
Rescue teams are en route to Dharali village in Uttarkashi district, which is believed to have borne the brunt of the floods.
Protests in China over viral school bullying case
One protester in Sichuan province said “things got bloody” after police used batons and electric prods.


