What is Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle, and why has Israel captured it?
The fortress, a historical battleground, is playing a central role in Israel’s military campaign against Hezbollah.
Polish president threatens to strip Ukraine’s Zelenskyy of top state honour
Ukrainian leader's move to rename army unit after fighters who killed Poles in WWII causes 'outrage' in Poland.
‘A landmark’: Brazil’s prosecutors hail court ruling to preserve Fordlandia
Advocates have argued that Brazil's government has dragged its feat over Fordlandia's fate, leaving the site to decay.
US Treasury secretary confirms plans for banknote featuring Trump’s face
Proposed $250 bill would mark the first time a living person has appeared on US currency in more than a…
This Week in History: From a Mafia murder to touchdown on Mars
This week sees a dramatic reshaping of the global order, marked by Mikhail Gorbachev’s radical Soviet reforms and the swift…
Iran hints US will end war in ‘Persian-style’ peace on Tehran’s terms
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman invoked ancient Persia’s victory over Rome in comparison to today’s US-Iran talks.
Trump says no escalation expected with Cuba after Castro indictment
President Trump said the United States is “freeing up Cuba” and ruled out escalation after the US indicted Castro
Nakba Day: 78 years of ethnic cleansing
On May 15, Palestinians across historic Palestine and the diaspora commemorate the ‘Nakba’ or the ‘catastrophe’ of 1948.
Celebrated naturalist David Attenborough marks 100th birthday
Britain’s famed natural historian David Attenborough is celebrating his 100th birthday.