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US tariff clock ticking for dozens of countries
Published on 23/05/2025
» Halfway through US President Donald Trump’s 90-day freeze on his so-called reciprocal tariffs, a persistent gripe from businesses, consumers and governments facing them is severe uncertainty. The next 45 days may not provide much relief from the fog.
UK court gives govt green light to reach Chagos Islands deal
AFP, Published on 22/05/2025
» LONDON — A British court on Thursday paved the way for a government deal on returning the remote Chagos Islands to Mauritius, lifting a temporary ban which had forced an 11th-hour halt to an accord being signed.
The Ambush Office: Trump's Oval becomes test of nerve for world leaders
AFP, Published on 22/05/2025
» WASHINGTON - For world leaders an invitation to the Oval Office used to be a coveted prize. Under Donald Trump it's become a ticket to a brutal political ambush.
Britain, Canada, France warn Israel over 'egregious' Gaza tactics
AFP, Published on 20/05/2025
» PARIS - The leaders of Britain, France and Canada on Monday condemned Israel's "egregious actions" in Gaza and warned of joint action if it did not halt a heightened military offensive in the Palestinian territory.
Trump to call Putin in push for Ukraine ceasefire
AFP, Published on 19/05/2025
» WASHINGTON - Donald Trump will speak by phone Monday with Russia's Vladimir Putin as part of the US leader's effort to end the grinding war set off by Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Starmer to host first UK-EU summit since Brexit
AFP, Published on 19/05/2025
» LONDON - UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts European Union chiefs on Monday for a landmark summit designed to usher in a closer relationship between Britain and the bloc, five years after Brexit.
Trump to hold call with Putin in push for Ukraine ceasefire
AFP, Published on 19/05/2025
» WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump will hold a phone call with Russia's Vladimir Putin on Monday as part of his long-running effort to end the war set off by Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
'Criminal': Elton John condemns UK's AI copyright plans
Published on 18/05/2025
» LONDON - Elton John on Sunday accused the British government of "committing theft" by proposing that tech firms could train artificial intelligence models on the UK's music and creative output without guaranteeing proper recompense.
UK to strike new deal with EU in coming days: PM's office
AFP, Published on 18/05/2025
» LONDON - UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to sign a new deal with the EU seeking to reset ties after Brexit, his office said Saturday ahead of landmark talks.
Russia and Ukraine to meet in Istanbul, but expectations low
AFP, Published on 16/05/2025
» ISTANBUL - Delegations from Moscow and Kyiv will be in Istanbul Friday for what could be their first direct meeting on the conflict in Ukraine since 2022, but the absence of Russian President Vladimir Putin leaves little hope for progress in ending the war.