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Jun 16, 2026 - World

African and Commonwealth nations have called for a swift implementation of a landmark treaty protecting the high seas

Jun 16, 2026 - World

Any sense of relief is offset by doubts over durability of agreement and feelings of betrayal by Trump administrationIn the rural town of Sirik, in southern Iran, temperatures over the past week have climbed to 45C (113F), and residents were still queueing to fill buckets of water days after US strikes reportedly damaged two drinking water facilities serving nearby villages.Amid the water shortages and the looming fear of war came news of a possible deal between Washington and Tehran. But for those struggling to pick up the pieces in the aftermath, the announcement brought little relief. Continue reading...

Jun 16, 2026 - World

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday said continued Israeli attacks or occupation in Lebanon would constitute a violation of the recently announced memorandum of understanding with the U.S.

Jun 16, 2026 - World

Japanese technology company at centre of Post Office IT scandal is negotiating settlement with UK government over faulty softwareBusiness live – latest updatesThe chair of Fujitsu, the Japanese technology firm at the centre of the Post Office IT scandal, has resigned after its board became aware of his “woman-related inappropriate conduct”.The company said on Tuesday that Hidenori Furuta had stepped down after two years in the role. Continue reading...

Jun 16, 2026 - World

President Trump on Tuesday said second-stage talks over Iran's nuclear program will unfold rapidly after a preliminary deal is inked Friday and that "all hell will rain down" if Tehran violates its commitments.