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War or peace? Colombians choose destiny in high-stakes vote
Colombians vote Sunday in a presidential election that will determine the conflict-ridden nation's response to spiraling violence, either staying left and opting for dialogue or tacking right towards all-out war.
Trump calls for replacing US 250th concerts with MAGA rally
US President Donald Trump called Saturday for the cancellation of upcoming concerts celebrating America's 250th anniversary after several musical acts backed out, saying they should be replaced by a political rally headlined by himself.
US says capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive
The United States warned on Saturday it was "more than capable" of resuming its war with Iran after President Donald Trump said any peace deal must adhere to his red lines, including Tehran never being able to develop nuclear weapons.
Lebanon PM denounces Israeli campaign as fresh strikes hit south
Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of pursuing a "scorched-earth policy" in his country's south, urging a halt to the fighting as Israel carried out fresh airstrikes and issued evacuation orders for more than a dozen locations.
Israel launches more south Lebanon strikes after warnings
Israel launched strikes across south Lebanon Saturday after ordering evacuations from more than a dozen locations a day after its premier said Israeli forces had pushed even deeper into Lebanese territory.
WHO chief visits epicentre of Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
UN health chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus landed on Saturday in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo province worst-hit by a severe Ebola outbreak, an AFP journalist saw.
Israel orders new evacuations as forces push deeper into Lebanon
Israel's military issued evacuation warnings on Saturday for residents of seven villages in southern Lebanon, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces had pushed deeper into the country.
US warns capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive
The United States warned on Saturday it was "more than capable" of resuming war with Iran after President Donald Trump said any peace deal must adhere to his red lines, including Tehran never being able to develop nuclear weapons.
Pentagon chief says US seeks 'stable equilibrium' with China in Asia
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth struck a measured tone towards China at a major defence forum on Saturday, noting "rightful alarm" over Beijing's military build-up but saying the United States sought a "stable equilibrium" in Asia.
Israeli forces push further into Lebanon as delegations meet in US
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday his country's forces had pushed deeper into Lebanon, even as military delegations from both countries held landmark security talks in Washington.
Pentagon chief hits measured tone on China at Asia defence meet
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth struck a comparatively soft tone towards China at a major defence forum on Saturday, saying there was "rightful alarm" over Beijing's military build-up but the United States sought a "respectful" regional balance.
Top US and Cuban military officers meet at Guantanamo Bay
Senior US and Cuban military officers met on Friday at Guantanamo Bay, the US base on the communist island, as relations between the two countries deteriorate over President Donald Trump's threatened takeover.
Novelist Leonardo Padura on life, writing in an uncertain Cuba
In Cuba, "reality doesn't knock, it opens the door and barges into your house", said author Leonardo Padura in an interview with AFP, reflecting on the uncertainty gripping his country under mounting pressure from Washington.
As Colombia goes to the polls, guerrilla violence traumatizes its children
Jose Moran arrived at his town's community center this week to find its zinc roof destroyed by an explosives-laden drone, the result of guerrilla violence that has blighted this region of Southwestern Colombia.
Trump insists on red lines as Iran deal remains elusive
President Donald Trump will only make a peace deal with Iran if it meets all of his conditions, a White House official told AFP on Friday, as questions swirled about the state of negotiations to end the war.
Poison? More artists flee Trump-linked US anniversary concerts
President Donald Trump's troubled bid for a star-studded musical celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence took yet another hit Friday after three more acts pulled out citing political tensions.
Famed Washington arts center ordered to take down Trump's name
A US judge on Friday ruled that the famed Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has been illegally renamed after President Donald Trump and that his name must be taken down.
Russia accused over drone that hit Romanian apartment block, Putin hits back
A drone that smashed into a Romanian apartment building set off furious condemnation of Russia by Romania and its NATO allies on Friday but President Vladimir Putin insisted there was no evidence to blame his country.
Lula blasts US for labelling Brazil crime factions as terrorists
Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Friday slammed Washington for designating the country's two biggest crime factions as terrorist groups, warning the United States against "playing games with our democracy."
Colombian army looks to outsmart guerrillas with drone warfare
A drone drops an explosive onto mountainous terrain below, shattering the silence of the Andes as Colombia's military enters an arms race with guerrillas already using the remote devices to wreak havoc.
Trump says making final decision on Iran deal
US President Donald Trump said Friday that he was making his decision on a potential deal with Iran, though Tehran insisted there was still "no final agreement" on ending the Middle East war.
Unrest outside US immigration detention center, 9 arrested
Protesters clashed with US law enforcement outside an immigration detention center in New Jersey, a top US official said Friday, after inmates inside staged a hunger strike over conditions.
Chancellor swap? Rumours swirl about German leader Merz's future
The German government Friday dismissed rumours that Chancellor Friedrich Merz's rivals were laying the groundwork to oust him as his popularity craters, reforms stall and the far right gains in strength.
Trump mocks Jill Biden over debate 'stroke' claim
US President Donald Trump on Friday mocked Jill Biden for saying she thought her husband Joe was having a stroke during a 2024 election debate, accusing the former first lady of being a bad wife.
Trump says now making 'final determination' on Iran deal
US President Donald Trump said he was meeting in the White House Situation Room on Friday to make a final decision on whether or not to strike a peace deal with Iran.
Poison? More artists flee Trump's US anniversary concerts
The White House's troubled bid for a star-studded musical celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence took yet another hit Friday after three more acts pulled out, citing political tensions.
Trump says making final decision on proposed Iran deal
US President Donald Trump said he was making his final decision on a potential deal with Iran on Friday, as Tehran insisted any agreement on ending the Middle East war hinged on Washington dropping its "excessive demands".
'I'm afraid for my life': Romanians in shock after drone crash
Inhabitants of the Romanian city of Galati, near the border with Ukraine, expressed fear, bewilderment and anger on Friday after a drone crashed into a residential building, wounding two people during the night.
Iran says no trust in US 'words', waiting for Washington to act
Iran's top negotiator said Friday that Tehran would only trust Washington's actions, not its words, after US Vice President JD Vance said progress had been made on a deal to extend a ceasefire and provide a framework for peace talks.
Photo and video journalists in Gaza to receive 'Golden Pen' award
Professional photo and video journalists working in Gaza are to receive an annual press freedom award on Monday for risking their lives to report on the war, an association of publishers has said.
WHO chief in Ebola-hit DR Congo which sees first recovery
The UN health chief was on Friday in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where authorities are struggling to contain the spread of a deadly Ebola outbreak but the recovery of a patient, the first since the crisis began, was confirmed.
Anti-Israel tennis ball protest disrupts Ireland-Qatar football tie
Irish football fans disrupted Ireland's friendly with World Cup participants Qatar in Dublin late Thursday by throwing tennis balls on the pitch in protest against upcoming games against Israel.