The ceremony took place under tight security at a cave in Iraqi Kurdistan – the disarmament process is expected to last all summer.
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Rosenberg: Putin determined to press on despite threat of tougher sanctions
Despite pressure from Donald Trump’s White House, Russia remain committed to its war effort in Ukraine.
Iran could recover some enriched uranium after US strikes, Israeli official says
The US has insisted that Iran’s nuclear facilities were completely ‘obliterated’ during strikes in June.
Row over language turns violent in India’s richest state
The Maharashtra government has backtracked on a move to make Hindi mandatory in schools, but tensions continue.
Asia is reeling from Trump’s tariff salvo – is anyone winning?
The US president has reset the tariffs clock again, leaving Asia’s export-driven economies in limbo.
Texas officials face questions about emergency alerts during deadly floods
Rescue efforts included over 2,100 responders on the ground, private helicopters, drones, boats and cadaver-detecting dogs.
‘We’re worried about our future’: Srebrenica massacre’s tensions still felt 30 years on
While communities in Sarajevo mark three decades since the massacre, denial of the genocide in on the rise.
War crimes are likely being committed in Darfur, ICC finds
The court says there are “reasonable grounds” to believe claims of war crimes in western Sudan.
Trump threatens 35% tariffs on Canadian goods
Trump also threatened blanket tariffs of 15% or 20% on most trade partners, and said he will soon announce new tariffs on the EU.
India and China strive to reset ties but with caution
Bilateral relations between India and China have improved since the 2020 clash – but larger challenges remain.