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NATO Ministers question U.S. on Trumps confusing troop decisions

Ministers from NATO member states sought clarification from the United States over former president Donald Trumps reported troop movement plans, amid growing uncertainty among allies.

22 May 2026 8:15 pm
Taiwans government says U.S. hasnt notified it of any pause in a planned $14 billion arms sale

Fresh uncertainty has emerged over future U.S. military assistance to Taiwan after American officials suggested some foreign arms transfers could face temporary delays

22 May 2026 8:10 pm
Industrial explosion in Hungary leaves one dead and seven injured

An explosion at a petrochemical plant in Hungary killed one person and injured seven others, prompting an emergency response at the industrial facility

22 May 2026 6:46 pm
U.K. police renew call for witnesses as they broaden inquiry into Former Prince Andrew

Police in the U.K. said they are pursuing multiple lines of inquiry involving former Prince Andrew, renewing appeals for witnesses over his links to Jeffrey Epstein

22 May 2026 6:39 pm
United Nations Refugee Agency says $1 million worth of aid lost in Russian strike in Ukraine

The warehouse containing emergency shelter materials, including sleeping mats, and hygiene kits was destroyed and two people were killed

22 May 2026 5:32 pm
Kenyan public transport operators call off strike after President vows to reduce fuel prices

Public transport operators in Kenya called off a planned strike after the president pledged measures to reduce fuel prices amid rising economic pressure

22 May 2026 5:23 pm
Indonesia tightens control over key commodities in major trade takeover, influencing global exports

The new regulation announced by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto mandates that a recently set up state-owned enterprise will handle the country's exports

22 May 2026 3:24 pm
China Foreign Minister to chair UN Security Council meeting in U.S., visit Canada

Beijing has said Xi Jinping is expected to pay a state visit to the U.S. in the fall

22 May 2026 3:22 pm
U.S. Navy official says Taiwan arms sales on pause over Iran war; Taiwan claims no information from U.S.

The U.S. is bound by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself. China has repeatedly called for the U.S. to stop arms sales

22 May 2026 12:15 pm
Alberta province plans public vote on whether to hold referendum on leaving Canada

Danielle Smith said voters would be deciding whether it's time to hold a referendum, but it won't actually be a vote on whether to separate from Canada

22 May 2026 12:13 pm
NATO meeting: Marco Rubio embarks on another mission to ease tensions with allies

Senior Pentagon officials are also expected to brief the 32-nation alliance on plans for the U.S. military's commitment to European defence at the alliance's headquarters in Brussels

22 May 2026 11:55 am
Trump-backed push for deep-sea mining 'unlawful': international regulator

Companies hope to earn billions by scraping the ocean floor for polymetallic nodules loaded with manganese, cobalt and nickel

22 May 2026 11:36 am
Trump 'slush fund' sinks Senate Immigration Bill

The collapse was a significant setback for Mr. Trump and party leaders, who had hoped to pass roughly $70 billion in funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Border Patrol and other agencies before lawmakers began a week-long recess.

22 May 2026 11:26 am
Power outages recorded in Ukraine's Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region, media say

Russia-appointed head of the parts of the Southern Kherson region held by Russian forces, Vladimir Saldo, said on Telegram that nine areas were cut off the power grid after drone attacks, says sources

22 May 2026 10:47 am
U.N. gravely concerned by an Afghan Taliban law that has provisions on child marriage

The government rejected the accusations, saying the decree follows Islamic law and insisting the country has already banned the forced marriage of girls

22 May 2026 8:22 am
U.S. pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war

A ceasefire on April 8 halted the war launched weeks earlier by the United States and Israel, but negotiation efforts, including historic face to face talks hosted in Islamabad have so far failed to yield a lasting agreement

22 May 2026 8:10 am
Donald Trump says sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about U.S. presence in Europe

The Trump administration has said it was reducing levels in Europe by about 5,000 troops, and U.S. officials confirmed about 4,000 service members were no longer deploying to Poland

22 May 2026 7:48 am
Republicans call off vote on Iran war resolution that was on verge of passing

The House had scheduled a vote on a war powers resolution, brought by Democrats, that would rein in Mr. Trump's military campaign

22 May 2026 6:18 am
Donald Trup says sending 5,000 more troops to Poland, stirring confusion about U.S. presence in Europe

The Trump administration has said it was reducing levels in Europe by about 5,000 troops, and U.S. officials confirmed about 4,000 service members were no longer deploying to Poland

22 May 2026 6:12 am
Trump peace board Gaza envoy warns imperfect ceasefire risks being permanent

Gaza remains gripped by daily violence as Israeli strikes continue, with both the military and Hamas accusing one another of violating the truce

22 May 2026 4:55 am
Rubio denounces NATO refusal to help on Iran ahead of alliance talks

Ive been a strong supporter of NATO my entire career, said Marco Rubio

22 May 2026 4:21 am
Trump returns to more definitive tone on controlling Iran's uranium

Last week, Donald Trump suggested that he might be OK with some 970 pounds of highly enriched uranium believed to be buried beneath Iranian nuclear facilities that were targeted by U.S. military strikes

22 May 2026 2:23 am
At least 16 dead in Honduras as gunmen open fire in two separate attacks

The overall toll still remains unclear, partly because relatives of the victims have removed bodies of their loved ones, police said

22 May 2026 2:08 am
Pulwama terror attack mastermind Hamza Burhan killed by unknown gunmen in PoK

Burhan alias Arjumand Gulzar Dar, alias Doctor, a commander of the Al Badr terror group, was designated as a terrorist by India in April 2022 for his involvement in a series of terror acts in Jammu and Kashmir

21 May 2026 11:40 pm
India great partner, ready to expand energy cooperation: Rubio

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will be in India from May 23-26 and will visit Kolkata, Agra, Jaipur and New Delhi

21 May 2026 10:49 pm
Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo area far from outbreaks epicentre

An Ebola case was also confirmed last week in Goma, the capital of neighbouring North Kivu province, which is under M23 control

21 May 2026 10:39 pm
China tells U.S. to stop brandishing judicial stick against Cuba

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun says, China firmly supports Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and national dignity and opposes external interference

21 May 2026 9:43 pm
Watch: Vande Mataram: Whats the bigger picture in West Bengal? | Above the Fold | 20.05.2026

In todays episode, West Bengal politics dominates headlines as the State makes Vande Mataram compulsory in madrasas, announces action against illegal infiltrators, and restricts officials from speaking to media. Plus, the viral Cockroach Janata Party controversy, Tamil Nadus major Cabinet reshuffle under C. Joseph Vijay, and more

21 May 2026 9:27 pm
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to visit China from May 23-26

Chinese Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said the leaders of China and Pakistan will have an in-depth exchange of views on bilateral relations and issues of common concern

21 May 2026 6:46 pm
Bangladesh: 505 cases of violence against minorities recorded so far this year

There were also 95 temple attacks and incidents of religious violence, 28 cases of sexual violence, including rape and gang rape, and 6 blasphemy-related incidents

21 May 2026 6:23 pm
Thailand consul general discusses tourism promotion with Lieutenant Governor of Andaman Island

The Thai consul general met the Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to discuss tourism promotion and avenues for bilateral cooperation

21 May 2026 6:20 pm
Rajnath Singh inaugurates Indian War Memorial in South Korea, remembers war veterans

Rajnath Singh was joined by the Republic of Koreas Minister of Patriots & Veterans Affairs in unveiling the war memorial at the Imjingak Park in Seoul

21 May 2026 4:49 pm
Poland summons Israeli envoy over detention of activists; demands release, apology

Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said Poland expected its citizens to be treated in line with international standards

21 May 2026 4:10 pm
Australian judge fines X Corp. $465,000 for online safety breach

The ruling ends a three-year legal battle in which X had argued it was not obliged to answer eSafety's questions

21 May 2026 3:59 pm
Three Indians among 274 to Mt. Everest, set new record

The three Indian mountaineers who were part of the team that made a World Record are Tulasi Reddi Palpunoori, Sandeep Are and Ajay Pal Singh Dhaliwal

21 May 2026 3:22 pm
Would be happy to talk to U.S. President Donald Trump: Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te

After wrapping up his trip to Beijing, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested arms sales to Taiwan could be used as a bargaining chip with China

21 May 2026 2:54 pm
Leaked audio could derail Flavio Bolsonaros hopes for Brazil presidency

The Senator Flavio Bolsonaro told his party members he felt very calm as the published recording threatened to dent his public support

21 May 2026 2:53 pm
Two killed after drone attack on Syzran, says Russia's Samara region Governor

Ukraine also reported two dead as the two sides exchanged attacks overnight

21 May 2026 12:39 pm
AI oversight: U.S. President Donald Trump to sign order as security fears mount among supporters

Tech executives are among U.S. President Donald Trumps largest political donors and most visible supporters

21 May 2026 12:24 pm
Philippines orders arrest of fugitive Senator sought by ICC

Philippine law enforcement agencies are now tasked to effect the arrest of Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa, Justice Secretary Fredderick Vida told reporters

21 May 2026 11:52 am
Mexico arrests municipal president, five others in corruption probe

Earlier, authorities said they were blocking accounts for 22 people and 10 organisations tied to a corruption ring in Morelos

21 May 2026 11:43 am
Indonesia says eight miners killed by Papua rebels

The West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) said it had carried out a successful cleansing operation against soldiers/police officers disguised as illegal gold miners.

21 May 2026 11:25 am
U.S. shuts India-based call centre operation that defrauded elderly Americans

U.S. authorities said tech support scams cost Americans $2.1 billion last year, while residents of Rhode Island alone reported losses of at least $5.7 million

21 May 2026 11:20 am
Iran-Israel war LIVE: Iran weighs U.S. offer as Trump says peace talks on 'borderline'

Iran warned on Wednesday, May 20, that war in West Asia would spread far beyond the region if the United States and Israel resumed their attacks after President Donald Trump threatened to strike again unless a deal is reached.

21 May 2026 8:53 am
Zuckerberg says he feels weight of Meta layoffs

In a memo to staff on May 20, Mark Zuckerberg expressed thanks to departing employees and sought to reassure those remaining

21 May 2026 4:13 am
Philippine Supreme Court says wont stop ICC arrest of drug war enforcer

The interim ruling clears the way for the potential arrest of Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, the former national police chief who was the chief enforcer of ex-President Rodrigo Dutertes crackdown

21 May 2026 3:21 am