The force would focus on providing Ukraine with air cover to keep its skies safe and a naval presence in the Black Sea to encourage trade.
Turkey arrests dozens over online posts after Erdogan rival detained
Some 37 people have been arrested for “provocative” social media posts, the interior ministry says.
At least 55 killed in new Israeli Gaza strikes, says Hamas-run agency
It comes as Israel says it has resumed ground operations in Gaza alongside its air campaign.
Anger as Indonesia law allows military bigger role in government
Critics warn the move could return Indonesia to the dark days of Suharto’s dictatorship.
Armed men abduct dozens from a bus in Ethiopia
The incident happened in an area where around 100 students were similarly seized last July.
Armed men abduct dozens from a bus in Ethiopia
The incident happened in an area where around 100 students were similarly seized last July.
Iran releases French tourist held since 2022
Olivier Grondeau, 34, was arrested on security charges, which his family have always denied.
China executed four Canadians for drug crimes, says Ottawa
The Chinese embassy in Canada said evidence for the Canadians’ crimes was “solid and sufficient”.
Finland named happiest country for the eighth year
Experts release this year’s World Happiness Report – which also ranks the world’s happiest countries.
Houthi missile fired at Israel intercepted as fresh air strikes hit Gaza
A ballistic missile was fired toward Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv, with sirens sounding in several areas of Israel.
