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Nepali migrant workers influence polls, but can't vote
Overseas Nepali workers bankroll their families and buttress the economy, making them a key constituency in elections next week -- but they cannot vote themselves.
Trump to promise 'turnaround for the ages' in State of the Union
US President Donald Trump was to deliver a high-stakes State of the Union address Tuesday, boasting of a "turnaround for the ages" and vowing to confront threats to America as conflict with Iran looms.
The veteran 'insider' shaping Iran's nuclear policy
When US and Iranian negotiators meet on Thursday in Geneva, Iran's top security chief Ali Larijani will be Tehran's key player behind the scenes.
Brazil prosecutor urges politicians' conviction in murder of black councilwoman
A Brazilian prosecutor on Tuesday urged the conviction of two politicians accused of ordering the 2018 murder of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco, a case that exposed deep ties between politics and organized crime in the city.
15 states sue Trump administration over child vaccine policy
Fifteen Democratic-run US states announced Tuesday they are suing President Donald Trump's administration over its reduction in the number of recommended pediatric vaccines, which they criticize as contrary to science.
Iran says deal 'within reach' ahead of US talks
Iran's foreign minister declared Tuesday that a deal to avoid a military clash with the United States was within reach, two days before talks between the foes were due to resume in Geneva.
US abstains in UN vote voicing support for Ukraine
The UN General Assembly voiced support for Ukraine Tuesday on the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion, with the United States among countries abstaining from the vote.
Lebanon fears Israeli strikes if Iran situation escalates
Lebanon's foreign minister said Tuesday his country fears its infrastructure could be hit by Israeli strikes if the situation with Iran escalates, after Israel intensified its attacks on Tehran-backed Hezbollah.
Trump seeks to strike back in crucial State of the Union
US President Donald Trump will try to sell voters on the economy during his State of the Union address Tuesday, despite suffering a series of stinging blows ahead of crucial midterm elections this year.
US appeals WTO ruling in dispute by China over clean energy subsidies
Washington announced Tuesday that it was appealing a World Trade Organization ruling that faulted it in a dispute brought by China over US green energy subsidies.
Germany's Merz heads to China for talks centred on trade
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz left Tuesday for his inaugural visit to China, long a huge market for German goods but now a high-tech rival as Europe's biggest economy struggles.
US told EU it 'stands' by tariff deal: trade chief
The EU's trade chief said Tuesday his US counterparts had told him Washington stands by a key trade deal with the bloc, following an adverse Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump's tariffs.
How AFP has used data analysis to cover the Ukraine war
Since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine exactly four years ago, AFP has used open-source data and satellite imagery to support reporting by its teams on the ground.
Paris says US envoy pledges not to 'interfere' in France affairs
The US ambassador to Paris, Charles Kushner, called France's foreign minister Tuesday and pledged not to "interfere" in the host country's affairs, a diplomatic source said, after a fallout over Washington's remarks following the killing of a far-right activist.
Iran says students must respect 'red lines' after protests
Iran offered a muted warning on Tuesday for students who staged anti-government rallies, with the country's leaders under pressure after a recent mass protest movement and threats of US military action over its nuclear programme.
Brazil court tries politicians over hit on Black councilwoman
Brazil's Supreme Court on Tuesday opened the trial of politicians accused of ordering the 2018 murder of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco, a case that exposed deep ties between politics and organized crime in the city.
Aid groups petition Israel's top court to halt ban on Gaza, West Bank ops
More than a dozen international humanitarian organisations have petitioned Israel's Supreme Court to block an imminent order that would force 37 NGOs to cease operations in Gaza, the West Bank and east Jerusalem, warning of catastrophic consequences for civilians.
Zelensky says Ukraine unbroken after 4 years, but Russia vows to fight on
Vladimir Putin has not broken Ukraine, its leader Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday, as the Kremlin marked the fourth year of its invasion by vowing that it will keep fighting Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II until it achieves its goals.
Zelenksy says Ukraine unbroken after 4 years, but Russia vows to fight on
Vladimir Putin has not broken Ukraine, its leader Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday, as the Kremlin marked the fourth year of its invasion by vowing that it will keep fighting Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II until it achieves its goals.
Inside the bunker where Zelensky led response to Russian invasion
Walking through a warren of tunnels under the centre of Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said it was from this cavernous secure compound that he started marshalling Ukraine's response to Russia's invasion on February 24, 2022.
France demands explanation from US envoy over 'surprise' no-show
France's foreign minister on Tuesday demanded an explanation after US envoy Charles Kushner failed to show up to explain comments about a slain far-right activist but said ties between France and the United States would not be affected.
Putin failed to achieve goals in Ukraine, Zelensky says on war anniversary
President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the four-year anniversary of the Ukraine war by accusing Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of trying to take over Ukraine, saying he had failed to achieve this and other war goals.
China tightens Japanese trade restrictions as spat worsens
China imposed export restrictions on 40 Japanese companies on Tuesday, citing national security concerns, as Beijing escalated a months-long row that has seen Chinese tourism to Japan plummet.
Ukraine war exhibition opens at Berlin Nazi bunker museum
A permanent exhibition about the Ukraine war opens at a former Nazi bunker in Berlin on the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion Tuesday, to encourage continued support for Kyiv.
Jihadist threat puts eastern Senegal on edge
Every time Senegalese mechanic Ibrahima Mbodj hears screeching tyres, a popping firecracker or even shattering glass, he fears another jihadist attack on the Malian border post near his village.
Kim Yo Jong: the powerful sister behind North Korea's supreme leader
Kim Yo Jong, the younger sister of Kim Jong Un, has emerged as one of the most powerful figures in North Korea, playing a leading role in the nation's diplomatic efforts and nuclear posturing.
North Korea ruling party promotes Kim Jong Un's younger sister
North Korea's ruling party has elevated leader Kim Jong Un's powerful younger sister to a top position, state media said Tuesday, a sign of her far-reaching influence within the reclusive nation.
France to revoke US envoy's govt access after summons no-show
France moved on Monday to block US envoy Charles Kushner from having access to government ministers, after he failed to show up to explain comments about a killed far-right activist.
Canada PM to push trade, rebuild fractured ties in India trip
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to India this week pushing to double trade and mend fractured ties, his first stop on an Asia-Pacific tour that also includes Australia and Japan as he seeks to reduce reliance on the United States.
Votes may 'melt like snow': Reform, Greens eye Labour UK bastion
Beleaguered UK leader Keir Starmer's Labour party is expected to bleed support to both the hard-right and far-left in a crunch poll this week as Britain's traditional two-party system splinters.
Venezuela says exiles welcome to return following mass amnesty
Interim president Delcy Rodriguez promised Monday that Venezuelans in exile would be welcomed back with open arms following a new amnesty law passed after the US ouster of Nicolas Maduro, as authorities continued to slowly release prisoners.
Ukraine marks four years since Russian invasion
Ukraine was on Tuesday marking the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, with a show of solidarity from its staunchest allies and no immediate end in sight to Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II.