Japanese lawmakers have began vying for party leadership after the prime minister resigned, while the yen experienced a sharp fall.

South Korea’s minister has travelled to the US to manage diplomatic tensions following a massive immigration raid incident.

Russia carried out its biggest air assault on Ukraine since the war began, setting a government building on fire.

A major fire broke out at London’s former BBC Television Centre, damaging upper floors but causing no reported injuries.

Seoul has promised assistance for South Koreans detained in the US’s largest single-site immigration raid at a Hyundai plant.

Lebanon’s cabinet has endorsed an army plan to disarm Hezbollah, but political rifts and limited military capacity cloud its future

Putin has rejected Western “reassurance force” in Ukraine, warns foreign troops would be “legitimate targets” despite Paris security summit.

Duchess of Kent, Katharine, famed for her compassion at Wimbledon and lifelong devotion to music, has died peacefully aged 92.

Trump’s executive order lowers tariffs on Japanese cars, while Japan pledges $550bn US investment and major agricultural concessions.

Trump orders Pentagon to revive “Department of War” title, signalling tougher military posture and renewed emphasis on warfighting.

Russia warned foreign troops cannot secure Ukraine, rejecting Macron’s coalition pledge as allies push for ceasefire guarantees.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Washington will unleash military force against foreign drug cartels if necessary.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. clashed with senators over vaccines, CDC firings, and his sweeping health agency shake-ups.

DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb sues Trump, calling National Guard deployment illegal military occupation that undermines civilian authority.

Google has experienced partial outages in Turkey and across parts of Europe, government and watchdog sources have confirmed.

Ukraine’s allies have met to discuss security guarantees as growing doubts have emerged over continued US backing.

Kim Jong Un has pledged full support for Russia during his meeting with Vladimir Putin, discussing stronger bilateral partnerships.

Portugal had declared mourning after Lisbon’s historic Glória funicular derailed, killing 15, injuring 18 and shocking the nation.”

Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin were overheard musing about organ transplants and immortality during Beijing’s Victory Day parade.

Hamas says it is ready for a comprehensive truce deal as Israel rejects terms and intensifies Gaza assault.