Ship seized near UAE coast headed for Iranian waters, UK maritime agency says
A ship has been taken near the UAE coast and is headed for Iranian waters, the UK's UKMTO said, in the latest vessel seizure around the Strait of Hormuz.
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Seoul court orders North Korea's leader to pay compensation to Korean War POWs
Thursday's ruling was the third time former South Korean POWs have won damages against Kim and North Korea, according to local reports, although none has yet succeeded in collecting compensation.
UAE denies Netanyahu office's claim of secret wartime visit as Iran dubs it 'unforgivable'
The UAE denied Netanyahu's office's claim of a secret wartime visit, as Tehran threatened those "colluding with Israel".
Marco Rubio says Cuba's leaders must go as US offers country €85 million in aid
Cuba lost the source for around half its fuel needs when US forces snatched Venezuela’s president in a stunning January raid, with his successor complying with US pressure not to aid the island.
Ukraine: Russian drone and missile barrage slams Kyiv, killing at least one
Ukraine’s capital Kyiv was struck by a large-scale Russian drone and missile attack early on Thursday, leaving at least one person dead and 31 injured, according to local officials.
Watch: Key moments from Trump’s first day in Beijing
China welcomed US President Donald Trump to Beijing on Thursday for a closely watched summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as the two powers sought to stabilise relations strained by trade disputes, tensions over Taiwan and the ongoing conflict involving Iran.
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Russian attack on Kyiv continues overnight, killing at least five people
The drone and missile attack comes hours after a rare daytime attack on the Ukrainian capital, which had killed at least six people.
Xi warns Trump that Taiwan issue could lead to 'conflict' at bilateral talks in Beijing
Taiwan's foreign ministry said that China is the "sole risk" to regional peace and stability, after Xi warned Trump that the issue of Taiwan could lead to conflict.
250,000 pilgrims gather at Fatima shrine in Portugal for annual candlelight Mass
Hundreds of thousands of Catholic pilgrims gathered at Portugal’s Fatima shrine for the annual Mass of the Blessing of the Candles honouring the Virgin Mary.
Trump arrives in Bejing for crucial summit, welcomed by Vice President Han
The US president said he will be talking to his Chinese counterpart about trade “more than anything else.”
Princess Catherine visits Italy on first overseas trip since cancer diagnosis
Britain’s Catherine, Princess of Wales visited the Italian city of Reggio Emilia during her first official overseas trip since announcing her cancer remission.
Latest news bulletin | May 13th, 2026 – Evening
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Iran preparing for renewed war as military assets remain largely intact, reports warn
Iran is likely preparing for renewed conflict with the US and Israel, Washington-based ISW think tank assessed, citing military drills and asset repositioning after reports emerged that Tehran remained in possession of significant missile stockpiles.
Watch: UK Parliament revives centuries-old ritual before King’s Speech
Black Rod was symbolically denied entry to the House of Commons during the ceremonial opening of the UK Parliament ahead of King Charles III’s speech.
Hamas 'systematically' used sexual violence in 7 October attacks, report finds
An Israeli commission's two-year investigation concludes Hamas systematically used sexual violence on 7 October and against hostages it held in Gaza, laying groundwork for prosecution.
Australian property developer says Trump hotel plan scrapped due to 'toxic' brand
The Australian developer's statement followed a report in the Australian Financial Review that the Trump Organisation had pulled out of the deal.
Cannes Film Festival 2026: Fans lock down red carpet spots ahead of opening
Film fans gather overnight at Cannes, using stepladders and chains to secure red carpet spots as they wait for a glimpse of opening night stars.
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Russian cargo ship sunk off Spain carried nuclear reactors for North Korea, probe reveals
Spanish investigators have discovered that the Russian cargo ship that sank in the Mediterranean in 2024 — originally believed to be part of a weapons retrieval mission to Syria — was secretly carrying nuclear reactor components bound for North Korea.
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal waves Palestinian flag during La Liga celebrations
Footage released on May 12 showed Yamal waving a Palestinian flag during FC Barcelona’s La Liga title parade celebrating the club’s 29th league title. In a news conference, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he did not like such gestures, but added that Yamal was old enough to make his own decisions.
Real Madrid's president slams 'organised campaign' to unseat him in fiery presser
Madrid has endured a second consecutive season without a major trophy, despite having France star Kylian Mbappé in the squad.
Trump arrives in Beijing for high-stakes summit with Xi
This week's trip, the first since Trump visited Beijing in 2017, will involve highly anticipated talks with Xi on Thursday and Friday.
China’s Unitree unveils transformable humanoid ‘mecha’ robot with cockpit
Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics unveiled a transformable humanoid “mecha” robot featuring a cockpit for a human pilot.
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Pentagon says US has spent $29 billion on Iran war so far, amid concerns over weapons stockpiles
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth came under intense questioning by Democratic and Republican lawmakers over the cost of war, Trump's end game and diminishing weapons stockpiles.
Palestinians gather to mark 78th anniversary of the Nakba and call for 'right of return'
Palestinians in the occupied West Bank and the Gaza Strip marked the 78th anniversary of the Nakba, a defining moment in Palestinian history dating back to 1948, when hundreds of thousands of people were forced to flee their homes, villages and land, becoming refugees.
SOCAR acquisition of Italy’s Italiana Petroli finalised after EU clearance
SOCAR has completed its acquisition of Italiana Petroli after securing all regulatory approvals, marking a major expansion of its downstream presence in Italy and strengthening its position in Europe’s energy market.
Kazakhstan launches driverless Light Rail Transit system after 10 years of delays
After a decade of construction delays, Astana has launched its Light Rail Transit (LRT) system, featuring driverless overground trains serving 18 stations across the city.
Tens of thousands march in Brussels during Belgium national strike
Tens of thousands of protesters marched through Brussels during a national strike called by Belgian unions against the government’s fiscal reforms.
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Peacocks take over northern Italian beach town
More than 100 peacocks now roam Punta Marina in northern Italy, leaving residents searching for humane ways to manage the birds.
Chinese people divided ahead of Trump-Xi summit in Beijing
Residents in Beijing shared mixed opinions ahead of the upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, with some hoping for improved ties and others expressing skepticism.
Qatar warns Iran against weaponising Hormuz to 'blackmail' Gulf countries
Qatar warned Tehran on Tuesday against using the Strait of Hormuz as a "weapon" to hold Gulf states to ransom, as Doha and Ankara backed ongoing mediation efforts to end the Iran war and restore access to the vital waterway.
Iran threatens weapons-grade uranium enrichment as peace talks falter
Tehran threatened to enrich uranium to weapons-grade if attacked again, as Trump said the ceasefire had a "one percent chance" of surviving after rejecting Tehran's proposal.
A weakened Trump to test China's appetite for deal-making
A quagmire in Iran, sky-high oil prices and shrinking support at home: when US President Donald Trump belatedly travels to China this week, his position has weakened. Still, he is hoping for any deal. Nervous Europeans are watching.
At least nine killed after bomb rigged to rickshaw explodes at north Pakistan bazaar
The Pakistani Taliban and other militant groups have grown more emboldened since the Afghan Taliban returned to power in Kabul in 2021.
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Macron thanks Kipchoge for 'patience' after Nairobi morning run
Macron joined marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge for an early morning run in Nairobi on day three of his Africa tour, later thanking the two-time Olympic champion for his "patience."
How much would you pay to see Ronaldo? Here’s the cheapest ticket for his 2026 World Cup game
The match between Portugal and Colombia in the 2026 World Cup is becoming a phenomenon off the pitch. The anticipation surrounding what could be Cristiano Ronaldo's last World Cup has caused the price of the cheapest tickets to explode.
Final passengers disembark hantavirus-hit cruise ship in Tenerife
The final passengers aboard the hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius disembarked in Tenerife before boarding flights to quarantine facilities in more than 20 countries.
German ultrarunner Arda Saatçi completes 600-kilometre Death Valley to Los Angeles challenge
German athlete Arda Saatçi completed a 600-kilometre ultramarathon challenge from Death Valley to Los Angeles after running for more than 123 hours.
Russia launches strikes at Ukraine, hours after expiration of 72-hour truce
On Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine would retaliate if Russia decided "to return to a full-scale war."
Iranian chief negotiator says US must accept peace proposal or face 'failure'
Iran has refused to back down in its war with Washington, with military officials warning they are prepared to respond to any renewed US attack.
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International Feline Contest: Europe’s 'most beautiful cats' gather in Sofia
Cat lovers from across Europe gathered in Sofia, Bulgaria, for the international Cat Show Expo, where more than 150 cats competed in a prestigious feline competition judged by experts from several countries.
Pashinyan says Karabakh 'was not ours' as Armenia and Azerbaijan look to future
In an extraordinary admission, Armenia’s PM Nikol Pashinyan declared that Karabakh was not Armenia’s territory and that the Armenian movement for it was “a fatal mistake,” as Yerevan forges its peace with Azerbaijan and its decisive pro-EU course.
From Messi to Mbappé: Argentina’s World Cup sticker obsession returns
Thousands of football fans in Buenos Aires are gathering in parks and public squares to swap World Cup stickers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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