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Boris Becker Claims Diplomatic Immunity in Bankruptcy Case
Former tennis champion Boris Becker is claiming diplomatic immunity against an attempt to sue him.
The three-time Wimbledon winner claims his appointment as a diplomat by the Central African Republic (CAR) affords him protection from any…
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Civilians Flee Bombardment as Arab States Pound Yemen Port
Arab warplanes and warships pounded Houthi positions in Yemen’s Hodeidah on Thursday as a Saudi-led alliance tried to seize the main port in the largest battle of a war that has created the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.
Apache…
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Two Killed in South Africa Mosque Attack
Two people have been stabbed to death in a "brutal" attack on a South African mosque where worshipers were preparing to pray.
The attacker, who was armed with "a big rambo knife", struck as people gathered in Malmesbury mosque, north of…
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Argentina Steps Closer to Legalising Abortion
Catholic Argentina's lower house has backed a bill legalising abortion in the first 14 weeks of pregnancy.
After a divisive debate lasting more than 22 hours, 129 members of the Chamber of Deputies voted in favour and 125 against while one…
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Ceuta and Melilla: Spain Wants Rid of Anti-Migrant Razor Wire
Spain's new interior minister has vowed to do "everything possible" to remove the "anti-migrant" razor wire fences, which separate Morocco from the Spanish territories of Ceuta and Melilla.
The tiny enclaves on Morocco's Mediterranean…
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Lucas Torreira: Arsenal in Talks to Sign Uruguay Midfielder from Sampdoria
Arsenal are in talks to sign Uruguay midfielder Lucas Torreira from Serie A side Sampdoria.
Strengthening central midfield is a priority for the Gunners and the 22-year-old is seen as an ideal fit technically and at a reported £26m,…
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Greek PM Faces Domestic Backlash Over Macedonia Name Deal
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras was accused on Wednesday of surrendering part of his nation’s identity, as a deal he struck to settle a name dispute with Macedonia prompted a barrage of criticism from opposition politicians and media.…
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Taliban Assure Afghans of Bright Future Once U.S. ‘Invaders’ Leave
The Taliban told “American invaders” to leave Afghanistan in an announcement marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, assured the people of a bright future under Islamic rule and said it had already liberated “vast areas” of the…
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Arab States Launch Biggest Assault of Yemen War with Attack on Main Port
A Saudi-led alliance of Arab states launched the largest assault of Yemen’s war on Wednesday with an attack on the main port city, aiming to drive the ruling Houthi movement to its knees at the risk of worsening the world’s biggest…
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Macron Scolds Italy Over Bar on Migrants
French President Emmanuel Macron has accused the Italian government of "cynicism and irresponsibility" for refusing to let a stranded rescue ship packed with migrants dock in Italy.
A charity looking after the 629 migrants on the Aquarius,…
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