Slovenia's parliament has elected nationalist leader Janez Jansa as prime minister following a minority coalition deal. He replaces liberal leader Robert Golob, marking a shift toward a more right-leaning government.

Faith leaders in Oxfordshire have urged the Oxford Union to withdraw its invitation to far right activist Tommy Robinson. They say the planned debate risks deepening divisions at a time of rising community tensions.

The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Qatar have urged President Donald Trump to avoid renewed war with Iran and pursue diplomacy instead. Gulf leaders fear fresh conflict would destabilize the region and damage their economies despite tentative progress in mediated talks.

The United States and its allies are struggling to supply both Ukraine and Israel as missile and ammunition stockpiles come under strain. The competing demands are forcing difficult strategic choices and exposing limits in Western defence production.

Purple Heart recipient Ted Daniels blasted Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner over a resurfaced post saying Daniels 'didn't deserve to live.' The deleted comments have drawn bipartisan backlash and intensified scrutiny of Platner's past online activity.

Marco Rubio says Washington is reviewing its ties with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, as the alliance signals greater independence. The podcast also covers unrest in Turkey, a heightened Ebola risk in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and major cultural and sporting developments.

Marco Rubio’s visit to India underscores Washington’s recognition of New Delhi’s growing global influence. As India expands trade ties with multiple major economies, it is negotiating with the United States from a position of strategic strength.

A man who shouted death threats at Jewish people and threatened to blow up Jewish schools has been jailed for five years in London. The case comes amid a rise in antisemitic attacks in the city.

Democrats have introduced legislation to prevent individuals connected to the January 6 Capitol attack from receiving money from a new $1.8 billion Justice Department fund. The proposal comes amid legal challenges and plans by some defendants to seek compensation.

African Lion 26 showcased how artificial intelligence is reshaping multinational military operations across Africa. The exercise highlighted real time coordination, autonomous systems and faster decision making among participating nations.

China is pursuing a long-term strategy to bring Taiwan under its control through economic pressure, psychological conditioning and global fatigue rather than war. The island’s technological importance and shifting global priorities may gradually reshape its future.

A court ruling has boosted hopes that Leonard Cohen’s long-hidden 1972 Israel concerts and vast archive could finally be released. The decision rejected misconduct claims against his former manager, though legal battles over the estate continue.