Trump’s explanation for why he canceled a missile strike raises questions about his Security Council decision-making.
Trump warns Iran of ‘obliteration’ in event of war
But the US president says he is open to talks with Tehran after pulling out of military strikes.
Russia suspends flights to Georgia after violent clashes
President Vladimir Putin bans airlines from flying to the country following a surge of violent unrest.
Mauritania set for first democratic transition of power
More than a million are set to vote for what could be Mauritania’s first peaceful transfer of power.
US suspends visas for Malawi diplomats’ domestic workers
The move comes after an official failed to pay $1.1m in damages to a woman trafficked into the US.
Canada becomes the first G20 country to ban shark fin trade
The country is the largest importer of shark fins outside of Asia, bringing in 148,000 kg in 2018.
Elton John awarded France’s highest civilian award Legion d’Honneur
The British singer was described as a “melodic genius” by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Cardi B charged with strip club assault
US rapper charged on multiple counts of assault for her alleged role in a New York bar brawl last year.
Hong Kong protests: How Hallelujah to the Lord became an unofficial anthem
It’s a Christian hymn but there are political reasons why protesters have picked up the simple tune
The medical student who died of measles
The death of a student doctor from a preventable disease shows how Ukraine has become the measles capital of Europe.