France's new government announcement, expected Sunday evening, is postponed until Monday evening due to a national day of mourning for victims of the Mayotte cyclone disaster. Prime Minister Bayrou aims to form a diverse government by Christmas to ensure survival of a no-confidence vote and passage of the next year's budget. Potential members include figures from across the political spectrum.
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Cuba has granted early release to 553 prisoners, completing a deal struck in the final days of Joe Biden's US presidency that his successor Donald Trump later abandoned, a Supreme Court official said Monday. In one of his final official acts, Biden on January 14 removed Cuba from a US list of state terror sponsors in return for the communist island agreeing to free 553 prisoners.
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US secretary of state Antony Blinken seeks Middle East unity on Syria's transition after Assad's ouster, aiming to prevent further regional instability and an ISIS resurgence. He finds "broad agreement" with Turkey on an inclusive interim government. Meanwhile, the UN reports attacks on aid convoys in Gaza and condemns Israeli strikes in Syria.
Calling it the safest option for illegal migrants, President Donald Trump said if people use the CBP Home app to voluntarily deport, they could have the opportunity to potentially return legally at some point in the future. But, if they are found and deported, the option to come back to the US will no longer be available.
President Trump assured that trade tensions with Mexico and Canada would not impact the 2026 FIFA World Cup, claiming they could make the event more exciting. A new task force was established to ensure security and logistics for the tournament, which is expected to generate significant economic benefits.
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) achieved a historic breakthrough in the 2025 German elections, securing around 20.8% of the vote and becoming the second-largest party. The far-right, anti-immigration party performed strongest in eastern Germany and gained youth support. Elon Musk and US Vice President JD Vance endorsed AfD, amplifying its influence. Despite its success, AfD remains politically isolated, as mainstream parties refuse coalition deals. CDU leader Friedrich Merz ruled out... Expand
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Thai police have dismantled a $187 million international fraud ring, arresting 10 suspects, including Chinese nationals. The suspects were charged with fraud, cyberfraud, and money laundering. The operation targeted scam centers linked to Cambodia and Myanmar, where trafficked individuals swindle victims, often through fake online jobs and cryptocurrency investments. Authorities seized assets, including cash, luxury watches, and cars, as they continue efforts to crack down on transnational... Expand