International

More than 5,000 migrants cross channel in 2024

International Desk: More than 5,000 migrants have crossed the English Channel this year, with nearly 800 making the journey over the Easter bank holiday weekend. A total of 791 migrants

Thousands stage anti-government protests in Israel

International Desk: Israel’s deep political divisions are back on public display. They were put to one side for a while, as shock and national unity followed the 7 October attacks

Turkish opposition stuns Erdogan with local elections win

International Desk: Turkey’s main opposition party has claimed big election victories in the main cities of Istanbul and Ankara. The results are a significant blow for Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who

Over 400 killed in Gaza’s al-Shifa Hospital siege

International Desk: Gaza’s media office says more than 400 people – patients, war-displaced, and healthcare staff – have been killed during Israel’s 13-day attack on the al-Shifa Hospital. Tens of

Peruvian president rules out resignation amid Rolex inquiry

International Desk: Peru’s President Dina Boluarte addresses the nation after Peruvian prosecutors raided her home, Lima, March 30, 2024. Melina Mejia/Peru Presidency/Handout via REUTERS Peruvian President Dina Boluarte on Saturday

US to impose new visa curbs on Hong Kong officials

International Desk: The United States said on Friday it is taking steps to impose new visa restrictions on multiple Hong Kong officials over the crackdown on rights and freedoms in