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Trump congratulates Democrats and signals willingness to cooperate

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump expressed Wednesday readiness to work with Democrats following their midterm election victory and control of both congressional chambers, seeking common ground on domestic and foreign issues. In an interview with US newspaper The Times, Trump congratulated the Democratic Party on its electoral performance, saying he looked forward to working with Democrats and believed agreement could be reached on several key issues.

Qatar prime minister advances mediation through diplomatic calls

His Excellency Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani has stressed Qatar’s support for every diplomatic effort aimed at ensuring freedom of maritime navigation and paving the way for a comprehensive agreement that delivers sustainable peace in the region. In a call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah al-Saud, they discussed co-operation between Qatar and Saudi Arabia and ways to strengthen it, along with the latest regional de

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Trump vows war on waste as Harris gears up for debate

Republican White House candidate Donald Trump unveiled a plan Thursday to install billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk at the head of a government efficiency commission to eliminate "trillions" of dollars in wasteful spending.

Zelensky demands 'tangible results' after major government shake-up

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky demanded quick results from his new top team after the biggest government reshuffle since Russia invaded his country in 2022.

New France PM Barnier promises 'change' as he takes office

France's new right-wing Prime Minister Michel Barnier promised Thursday to address the grievances of the French but also implement "change" as he took office following almost two months of political deadlock.

Colombia rebels say peace talks 'blocked' over warrants for leaders

One of Colombia's biggest left-wing guerrilla groups says peace talks are "blocked" over the government's failure to cancel warrants for the arrest of its leaders.

Nicaragua flies out 135 political prisoners to Guatemala

Nicaragua on Thursday freed 135 political prisoners who flew to safety in Guatemala in the latest such deal negotiated by the United States with strongman Daniel Ortega.

Hamas urges US pressure on Israel as Netanyahu says 'no deal in the making'

Hamas called on the United States Thursday to "exert real pressure" on Israel to reach a Gaza ceasefire agreement as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said there is no deal in the making.

Hunter Biden offers guilty plea as tax evasion trial set to start

Joe Biden's son Hunter offered to plead guilty in his tax evasion trial on Thursday, as jury selection was about to get under way in a case that has been an embarrassment and a distraction for the US president.

Blinken in violence-torn Haiti to assess headway against gangs

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday paid a rare visit to violence-ravaged Haiti to evaluate progress in wresting control from gangs that have taken over much of the impoverished Caribbean nation.

Ukraine appoints Andriy Sybiga foreign minister in govt shake-up

Andriy Sybiga was appointed Ukraine's new foreign minister by lawmakers on Thursday, part of the biggest government reshuffle since the full-scale Russian invasion.

Kenyan women's groups demand action on femicide after athlete's death

Women's groups in Kenya are calling for long overdue action to tackle rampant gender-based violence in the East African country after the death of another athlete at the hands of her partner.

War in all its horrors looms large over Venice festival

The roots of war, its harrowing realities and aftermath are explored in a host of offerings at the Venice Film Festival this year, including a remarkable documentary going behind the lines with Russian soldiers.

US secures release of 135 prisoners from Nicaragua

The United States said Thursday it had secured the release of 135 political prisoners from Nicaragua, the latest mass transfer by President Daniel Ortega's increasingly authoritarian government.

Dmytro Kuleba: the face of Ukraine's wartime diplomacy

Dmytro Kuleba -- whose resignation as Ukraine's top diplomat was approved on Thursday -- tirelessly toured the world pleading for more military support and for Kyiv to be given the green light to strike targets deep inside Russia.

Blinken heads to Haiti to see headway against gangs

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken headed Thursday to violence-ravaged Haiti to evaluate progress in wresting control from gangs that have taken over much of the impoverished Caribbean nation.

Dutch boost arms spending to face 'ruthless Russian aggression'

The Dutch government announced a multi-billion-euro boost in its defence spending Thursday, investing in tanks, jet fighters, and frigates to bolster the NATO alliance against "ruthless Russian aggression."

Macron names ex-Brexit negotiator Barnier as French PM

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday named the European Union's former Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier as new prime minister, following almost two months of political deadlock after snap polls, the presidency said.

Barnier: the 'French Joe Biden' who grappled with Brexit

Veteran French politician Michel Barnier has held a collection of top jobs as minister, European Union commissioner and negotiator on Brexit during a half-century political career that has seen him tack further to the right in recent years.

Putin says 'main' goal is to capture Ukraine's Donbas

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday his main aim in Ukraine after 30 months of fighting was to capture the eastern Donbas area -- and claimed that Ukraine's Kursk counter-offensive had made that easier.

Putin backs Harris for US president, with wry smile

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he supported Kamala Harris in November's US presidential election, an apparent wry remark a day after the United States issued indictments accusing Moscow of vote interference.

Algerians to vote as incumbent Tebboune poised for easy victory

Around 24 million Algerians are poised to head to the polls on Saturday for a vote in which experts say incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune faces no real risk to his rule as he seeks a second term.

Key pledges on sidelines of China-Africa summit

African leaders secured a wide range of commitments to enhance cooperation in sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, mining, trade, and energy at China's largest summit in years.

Markets mixed after sell-off as US data keps traders wary

Asian and European markets were mixed Thursday after the turmoil of the previous day as traders assess the outlook for US interest rate cuts after another set of below-par data put extra focus on the upcoming jobs report.

Like Brazil, the European Union also has an X problem

Elon Musk's woes are hardly limited to Brazil as he now risks possible EU sanctions in the coming months for allegedly breaking new content rules.

Hamas says Netanyahu trying to 'thwart' Gaza truce

Hamas on Thursday accused Benjamin Netanyahu of trying to "thwart" a Gaza truce deal, after the Israeli premier said the Palestinian militant group has "rejected everything" in negotiations.

Harris gears up for debate as Trump talks economy

Vice President Kamala Harris travels to the crucial battleground state of Pennsylvania on Thursday, where she will reportedly spend five days preparing for next week's presidential debate.

UK govt moves to oust hereditary peers from upper house

The UK government on Thursday introduces legislation to axe seats in the House of Lords retained for hereditary lawmakers as it moves to reform parliament's unelected upper chamber.

Trucker protests fuel fear of food shortages in Colombia

The Colombian government made an "urgent appeal" Wednesday to truckers blockading several highways to create safe corridors for food supplies, amid warnings of looming shortages in several cities.

Harris, Trump hit campaign trail as debate looms

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump returned to the US campaign trail Wednesday, with new polls showing the White House race remains on a knife-edge less than a week before their crucial first debate.

Oil prices, dollar fall as market awaits US jobs data

Global stocks mostly fell along with oil prices and the dollar Wednesday as markets anticipate key US employment data amid economic growth concerns.

Trudeau weakened after leftist party pulls support

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suffered a major political blow on Wednesday when a small leftist faction in parliament pulled its support for his minority Liberal government.

Blinken to visit Haiti, hoping to boost security gains

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit violence-ravaged Haiti on Thursday as he looks to consolidate gains by a multinational force and discuss finding new ways of funding.

Wanted Venezuelan candidate says opposition facing 'persecution'

Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, threatened with arrest for insisting he was the rightful winner of July presidential elections, urged prosecutors Wednesday not to partake in what he called political persecution.

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