Another woman accuses Swalwell of drugging and raping her in 2018
Lonna Drewes accused Swalwell of drugging her drink before assaulting her in a hotel room.
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Middle East crisis live: Trump says Iran talks could resume ‘over next two days’; Lebanon and Israel enter negotiations
US president says the country is ‘inclined’ to go to Pakistan for more talks; Israel and Lebanon enter direct negotiations in Washington for the first…
Iran War Live Updates: Israel and Lebanon Conclude Direct Talks as Strikes Go On
A joint statement from the talks was expected, even as fighting continued in southern Lebanon between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. The violence i…
India to host Foreign Minister-level meetings of BRICS and Quad in May
The confirmation has come days after U.S. Ambassador Sergio Gor said on a social media post that Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India “next…
How Peter Magyar Defeated Viktor Orban, a Former Ally, In Hungary’s Election
For years, Peter Magyar was a loyal ally of Viktor Orban, the far-right Hungarian leader. Then he changed sides — and defeated his former boss in a la…
Israeli-Lebanese negotiations 'largely symbolic and performative', Middle East expert says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Aaron David Miller, Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for Peace, says that "none of the participants in tod…
Europe Is Desperate for More Energy. Can Norway Come to the Rescue?
The war in Iran has once again exposed Europe’s energy vulnerability. A friendly source at home would seem to be ideal. But it’s not that easy.
Trump’s Latest Oil Blockade Brings Bigger Economic Risks
Oil markets shrugged it off, but the effort to hurt Iran could provoke retaliation that inflicts more damage on energy assets and the global economy.
Florida surgeon indicted after removing liver instead of spleen
Grand jury brings manslaughter charge over fatal 2024 operation where patient died on tableA surgeon in Florida has been indicted for manslaughter aft…
Are we heading for ‘super El Niño’ – and what could we expect?
Experts say climate pattern could supercharge extreme weather events and push temperatures to record highsThere is a high likelihood that the phenomen…
Russian Oil Revenues Nearly Doubled in March
The surge in revenue provided a critical lifeline for Moscow, which has struggled to fund the war in Ukraine amid record-high deficits.
House Democrats call for commission led by JD Vance to oust Trump
Measure by Jamie Raskin follows statements by Trump about annihilating Iran and post depicting himself as JesusSign up for the Breaking News US email …
How war in Gulf reveals the ‘cut corners’ on British defence
With the army’s size halved since the cold war, UK ambitions to be globally deployable do not match the reality, experts sayMiddle East crisis – live …
Israel, Lebanon united in liberating Lebanon from Hezbollah, Israeli ambassador to US says
The Lebanese government made it clear during U.S.-brokered talks with Israel that they no longer want to be "occupied" by Hezbollah and that …
Italy Suspends Defense Pact With Israel, Further Straining Ties
The move by Italy, once considered a strong ally of Israel, reflected growing anger over Israeli aggression in the Middle East. President Trump critic…
Hundreds of asylum seekers moved from hotels to army barracks, Home Office announces
Refugee Council criticises Labour’s decision, saying military sites are unsuitable and ‘more expensive than hotels’Hundreds of asylum seekers have bee…
Italian PM says suspends renewal of defence agreement with Israel
Italy has suspended the renewal of its defence agreement with Israel, which involves the exchange of military equipment and technology research, Prime…
UN chief says Iran talks highly likely to resume
U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesday there is a strong likelihood that negotiations aimed at ending the Iran conflict will resume soon…
About 250 missing after boat carrying Rohingya refugees capsizes in Andaman Sea
Trawler set off from Bangladesh and reportedly capsized due to heavy winds, rough seas and overcrowdingAbout 250 people are missing after a boat carry…
Iran war escalation could trigger global recession, IMF warns
Growth forecasts cut for US and global economy, while UK suffers sharpest downgrade in G7Reeves arrives at IMF with little leeway to prove its UK down…
US distracted by Iran conflict, doesn't have time for Ukraine: Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday that U.S. peace negotiators are focused on the Iran conflict and have 'no time for Ukraine,' acco…
What will it take? Israel-Lebanon talks open as fighting continues
Israeli and Lebanese envoys appearing together on camera in the same room, that may well be a first. It's happening under the auspices of the US Secre…
Benin’s Romuald Wadagni Poised to Win Presidential Election
Romuald Wadagni received 94 percent of the vote, according to provisional results. He faces the challenge of a growing jihadist insurgency in the regi…
Tankers, talks and Trump's 'dangerous' blockade: China's Iran war involvement gets louder
HONG KONG — China has been a quiet — if crucial — player in the Iran war, as U.S. military action upends the global economy
State of U.S. Blockade Is Unclear as Some Ships Transit Strait of Hormuz
Ship-tracking data showed that several vessels, including some that had been docked at Iranian ports, had moved through the strait as the U.S. militar…
US-Iran peace talks could resume in next two days, Trump says
US president says negotiations could restart in Islamabad under ‘fantastic’ Pakistani army chief Asim Munir• Middle East crisis – live updatesDonald T…
China now the ‘good guy’ on AI as Trump takes ‘wild west’ approach, MPs told
Experts say China is backing attempts at global governance, while US has set up race between profit-hungry companiesChina is now the “good guy” on AI …
Lebanese and Israeli envoys to meet as Israel presses war on Hezbollah
The meeting comes at a critical juncture in the crisis in West Asia, a week into a fragile ceasefire between the United States, Israel, and Iran. The …
South East Water chief executive to forgo his bonus over ‘unacceptable outages’
David Hinton will receive only his £400,000 salary this year after thousands of customers were left without waterThe chief executive of South East Wat…
New accuser says Eric Swalwell sexually assaulted her in 2018
Lonna Drewes alleges Democratic congressman drugged and raped her at Beverly Hills hotelSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alert…
Retrial over death of Argentina legend Maradona begins
The first trial - which saw members of Maradona's medical team accused of poor care - collapsed after a judge let cameras into the court.
China terms U.S. blockade of Strait of Hormuz 'dangerous and irresponsible' move
Beijing also denied aiding Iran militarily and threatened to hit back if U.S. President Donald Trump hikes tariffs against China on the allegation of …