Ukraine has said it has reached an “understanding” with Washington on key elements of a proposed US-backed peace plan, as former US President Donald Trump’s envoy prepares to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin for further consultations.

Brazil’s Supreme Court has directed former President Jair Bolsonaro to begin serving a 27-year sentence after dismissing his appeal.

China has launched an emergency rocket mission to bring home three astronauts stranded aboard the Tiangong space station.

China condemns Japan’s prime minister for suggesting possible military action over Taiwan, accusing Tokyo of reviving dangerous militarism.

Britain’s prime minister says anyone with relevant information should testify, intensifying scrutiny on former Prince Andrew in the US Epstein investigation.

US and Ukraine have reported progress on a peace framework after Geneva talks.

Three suicide bombers stormed the headquarters of a Pakistani paramilitary force in Peshawar, killing three officers and injuring five.

Malaysia plans to ban social media for under-16s next year amid rising concerns over online child safety

Donald Trump says Ukraine has shown “zero gratitude” for US military and financial support amid the ongoing war with Russia.

Brazil has detained ex-President Jair Bolsonaro for damaging his ankle monitor, raising concerns over flight risk as his appeal continues.

Macron cautions that G20 unity is jeopardised by US boycott, as Ramaphosa refuses handover to American envoy.

Nasarawa’s $400m rare earth plant will boost jobs, industrial growth and position Nigeria as a key global minerals supplier.

Relentless rains and floods have killed at least 41 people in central Vietnam, submerging tens of thousands of homes.

The White House has defended Trump after he called a female reporter “piggy” during a tense exchange over Epstein questions.

Zelensky welcomes US proposal to end war but warns peace must protect Ukraine’s sovereignty, dignity and national security.

Trump blasts six Democratic lawmakers that urged troops to reject unlawful orders, escalating tensions over political rhetoric and security concerns.

Federal judge halts Trump’s National Guard deployment to DC, citing mayor’s authority and legal concerns over domestic enforcement.

A fire-related evacuation disrupted COP30 talks in Brazil, heightening urgency as countries struggle to bridge climate finance gaps.

Australia has started deactivating Meta accounts for under-16s as a new law limits youth access to major social platforms.

Trump approves law requiring justice department to publish Epstein investigation files within 30 days despite earlier opposition.