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Xi Welcomes Putin to Beijing After Trump Visit
WHO Confirms 139 Suspected Ebola Deaths as Cases Hit 600
The World Health Organization reports 139 suspected deaths and 600 cases in the latest Ebola update, warning that the figures are likely to increase in the coming period.
Jones and Jackson Advance to Georgia GOP Runoff
Burt Jones and Rick Jackson will face each other in the June 16 Republican primary runoff for Georgia governor.
Bolivian Protesters Demand President's Resignation in La Paz
Thousands of demonstrators marched through Bolivia's capital La Paz on Tuesday, calling for the immediate resignation of the president amid the nation's worst economic crisis in four decades.
US Extends Russian Oil Sanctions Waiver Until June 17
The United States has extended its sanctions waiver on Russian oil until June 17, permitting continued purchases of certain Russian crude under specific conditions.
Wembanyama Scores 41 as Spurs Upset Thunder in Game 1
Victor Wembanyama poured in 41 points to power the San Antonio Spurs to a 122-115 road victory over the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of their playoff series.
Trump Halts Planned Iran Strike at Gulf States' Request
US President Donald Trump announced Monday that he has called off a planned military strike on Iran originally set for Tuesday, following appeals from Gulf states and the emergence of serious negotiations in the region.
Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Claims Over 100 Lives
Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo have confirmed at least 100 deaths from a new Ebola outbreak, with 390 cases reported in one affected province and six Americans among those exposed to the virus.
Mali Drone Strikes Kill at Least 10 Civilians at Wedding
Mali's military carried out drone strikes that killed at least 10 civilians gathered at a wedding, following attacks last month by al-Qaeda-linked fighters and Tuareg separatists.
Iran Political Executions Surge to 32 Since February Attacks
Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN has verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners amid a sharp rise in such cases.
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency
The World Health Organization declared the Ebola outbreak a global health emergency on May 16, 2026, after cases were confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda the following day.
Bolivia Deploys 3,500 Troops to Clear La Paz Roadblocks
The government of President Rodrigo Paz sent about 3,500 soldiers and police officers to clear roadblocks outside La Paz early Saturday morning as demonstrators demanded his resignation.
Over 50 Schoolchildren Including Toddlers Kidnapped in Nigeria
More than 50 schoolchildren, including toddlers, have been kidnapped in attacks that devastated Mussa town in Nigeria's Borno state, with no group yet claiming responsibility.
Trump Uses Taiwan Arms Sales as Leverage in China Talks
President Trump described a potential arms deal for Taiwan as a very good negotiating chip in discussions with Beijing, raising questions about the consistency of U.S. support for the island.
Six Killed in Israeli Strike as US Extends Ceasefire
Lebanese authorities reported six deaths from an Israeli strike on Saturday, as the United States announced an extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
Trump and Xi Conclude Talks Without Trade Deals
Former U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up a two-day meeting described as 'very successful,' featuring elaborate ceremonies, but failed to secure any concrete trade agreements.
Trump's First China Visit in a Decade Amid Trade Scrutiny
President Donald Trump arrived in China for his first official visit as U.S. president in nearly a decade, drawing global attention as observers assess the stability of the U.S.-China trade truce.
UN Aid Convoy Struck by Drones in Kherson
In Kherson, Ukraine, a United Nations humanitarian convoy delivering essential aid was targeted twice by drone strikes, disrupting vital relief efforts amid ongoing regional conflicts.