Hamas has announced the release of three hostages amid rising tensions over ceasefire violations, prompting threats of renewed Israeli military action.

Two Federal judges will decide whether Elon Musk’s DOGE team can access US Treasury payment systems and sensitive government data.

Pope Francis, will be admitted to Gemelli hospital for bronchitis treatment after experiencing symptoms for several days, the Vatican announced.

TikTok returns to US app stores after Trump delays ban, extending deadline for compliance with the law requiring its sale.

US VP JD Vance has warned of sanctions and military action if Putin rejects a Ukraine peace deal ensuring Ukraine’s independence.

Hungary’s PM says Russia will be “reintegrated” into the global economy and European energy system after a Ukraine peace deal

The US has approved the extradition of a suspect in the 2008 Mumbai militant attacks that killed over 160 people

Emmanuel Macron insists that only Zelensky can negotiate peace with Russia, warning against capitulation

A Texas judge has fined a New York doctor $100,000 for prescribing abortion pills

The European Parliament has urged the EU to freeze aid to Rwanda over M23 rebel ties and interference in Congo’s conflict.

A suspected gas explosion in a Taiwan department store has killed four and injured 26, prompting an investigation.

Germany’s next chancellor frontrunner Friedrich Merz has warned Elon Musk of potential consequences for interfering in the country’s election campaign.

India and France are set to collaborate to develop small modular nuclear reactors, enhancing energy security and supporting a low-carbon economy. 

Jamie Dimon has dismissed employee complaints over JPMorgan’s five-day office policy, stressing workplace efficiency and rejecting hybrid work demands.

Indian PM Modi is set to bring tariff concessions to discussions with Trump, aiming to strengthen trade relations and cooperation.

A US judge has ruled the Trump administration’s workforce reduction plan could proceed, allowing 75,000 federal workers to opt for buyouts.

Elon Musk has called for the elimination of federal agencies, criticising bureaucracy and outlining Trump’s policy priorities.

OpenAI has highlighted that Elon Musk’s $97.4bn acquisition offer conflicts with his legal challenge against the company’s transition.

Trump and Putin have agreed to start immediate negotiations to end the Ukraine war after a “highly productive” phone call.

Donald Trump has stated that negotiations to end the Ukraine war will commence “immediately” following a call with Vladimir Putin.