UK weighs removing ex-Prince Andrew from succession line amid Epstein probe
The report comes as police widen investigations into former prince, including questioning his close protection teams.
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A fragile freedom for Venezuela’s released political prisoners
Venezuela’s new government has released hundreds of political detainees. But does that mean freedom?
In Gaza, Trump’s Board of Peace met with deep scepticism, little hope
In war-ravaged Gaza, residents question whether Trump’s Board of Peace will deliver real security.
Ukraine’s patience with US peace push wears thin as Russia skirts pressure
The US is putting too much pressure on Kyiv and not enough on Moscow, says Ukraine’s Zelenskyy after more failed talks.
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A timeline of British royal sagas and scandals down the decades
Former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in Epstein scandal.
‘Exile is not impunity’: Gambian victims of Yahya Jammeh seek real justice
Those who suffered abuses under Jammeh say the ex-leader now comfortably in exile must be held accountable for crimes.
Bolivia’s ex-leader Morales reappears in stronghold after 7-week absence
The public appearance ends rumours that Morales fled the country following the abduction of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela.
Is southern Yemen’s next phase being decided on the ground?
Security fragmentation and regional rivalries are reshaping power in southern Yemen.
Venezuela grants amnesty that could release hundreds of political detainees
More than 600 people may be in custody for political reasons, one Venezuelan rights group estimates.
US pays about $160m towards nearly $4bn in UN dues
President Trump has slashed foreign aid and repeatedly criticised the United Nations for failing to meet its goals.
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North Korea’s Kim Jong Un pledges to lift living standards at rare congress
Kim’s opening speech focused on improving economic activity, with no mention of relations with the US or South Korea.
