King, Crown Prince congratulate Italy’s president on Republic Day
JEDDAH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman sent a cable of congratulations to President Sergio Mattarella of…
EU Commissioner rules out private jet ban anytime soon
BRUSSELS — As the EU Transport Commission says it won’t be curbing private jet use, campaigners call on countries and…
Biden falls on stage during Air Force Academy graduation ceremony
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is “fine” after tripping and falling over at an event in Colorado, White House officials…
Bill Cosby faces new sexual assault lawsuit from former Playboy model
NEW YORK — Bill Cosby is facing a new lawsuit from former Playboy model Victoria Valentino, who says he drugged…
9 killed in Senegal protests following opposition leader’s jail sentence
DAKAR — At least nine people have been killed in protests in Senegal’s capital Dakar and other cities, following the…
Kosovo tensions: France and Germany call for fresh elections
CHISINAU — The leaders of France and Germany have urged their counterparts in Kosovo and Serbia to agree on holding…
European summit brings fresh hope for reconciliation between Armenia and Azerbaijan
CHISINAU — Azerbaijan’s president and Armenia’s prime minister met European leaders in Moldova in a renewed effort to resolve tensions…
German far-right surges in polls, alarming mainstream parties
BERLIN — Alternative for Germany rejects claims that it is linked to extremists, but head of domestic intelligence has warned…
Shelling in Russian border region kills two, says governor
KYIV — Russian officials have said they repelled multiple drone attacks in the border regions of Belgorod and Kursk early…
Pope accepts resignation of Indian bishop accused of rape
NEW DELHI — The Vatican has announced that it has accepted the resignation of an Indian bishop accused of raping…