Russia increasingly targeting trains as attacks on Ukraine’s rail network intensify
Ukrainian minister says more than 800 attacks recorded since start of year as Moscow seeks to destroy country’s logistical capabilitiesUkraine has recorded a threefold increase in the number of attacks on its railway system since July, according to a senior minister, as Moscow seeks to scupper one of Kyiv’s key logistical systems.Oleksii Kuleba, a deputy prime minister with responsibility for infrastructure, said attacks on the network since the start of 2025 had caused damage totalling $1bn (£760m). Continue reading...
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UK warned that 15% cut to health fund will force ‘impossible choices’ on Africa
Advocates fear that other donors will follow Britain’s reduction to the Global Fund for Aids, TB and malariaThe UK is undermining its legacy in fighting infectious diseases including Aids and malaria by cutting money pledged to a leading global health fund, campaigners claim.The 15% reduction in the contribution to the Global Fund for Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria announced this week – in a year when the UK, alongside South Africa, is co-host of the fund’s replenishment drive – risks encouraging other countries to cut back commitments as well, advocates fear.The Gates Foundation is a major private contributor to the Global Fund. The foundation also contributes to theguardian.org, which funds independent journalism at the Guardian Continue reading...
US confirms four people killed in 20th strike on vessel in the Caribbean
Latest killings confirmed as US officials reportedly hold meetings to discuss possible military operations in Venezuela
Trump says he will take legal action against BBC over Panorama edit
The US president confirmed he intends to sue the broadcaster for at least $1bn over the Panorama edit of a 2021 speech.
Modi’s Coalition Sweeps Indian State Election Criticized Over Voter Rolls
The coalition was on course to form a government in Bihar, a state of 130 million people, where the opposition had claimed foul play over deletions from voter lists.
Trump withdraws support for former MAGA champion Marjorie Taylor Greene
Congresswoman Greene claims Trump making an 'example' of her to scare Republicans before vote on Epstein files.
Australia welcomes Trump’s removal of tariffs on beef and other food imports
‘We maintain our position that tariffs on any Australian products are unjustified,’ trade minister Don Farrell saysGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian government has welcomed the Trump administration’s removal of tariffs on beef and other agricultural exports to the US.After previously insisting his import duties were not fuelling inflation, the US president, Donald Trump, on Saturday morning Australian time signed an executive order reversing tariffs on food imports including beef, coffee and bananas. Continue reading...
Trump targets longtime MAGA ally Marjorie Taylor Greene
The Georgia congresswoman has criticised Trump's focus on foreign policy and handling of Jeffrey Epstein files.
China advises against travel to Japan amid escalating row over PM’s Taiwan comments
Sanae Takaichi says the use of force against Taiwan could warrant a military response from TokyoChina has advised its citizens to avoid travelling to Japan, escalating a diplomatic feud sparked by comments from Tokyo’s new prime minister about a hypothetical attack on Taiwan.Sanae Takaichi told Japan’s parliament on 7 November that the use of force against the self-ruled island claimed by China could warrant a military response from Tokyo. Japan has since said its position on Taiwan – just 100km from the nearest Japanese island – is unchanged. Continue reading...
China urges citizens not to visit Japan over Taiwan row
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi had suggested Tokyo could take military action if Beijing attacked Taiwan.