Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May

23. Juli 2026, 15:31

The price of Brent crude rose more than 6% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.

Ukraine's ousted defence minister insists on being reinstated

23. Juli 2026, 17:37

Mykhailo Fedorov refuses President Zelensky's offer to accept an alternative post, as the battle of wills continues.

Yemen's Houthis attack Saudi tanker as US launches more Iran strikes

23. Juli 2026, 16:50

The Iran-backed group, which previously announced a "maritime embargo" against Saudi Arabia, also claims to have hit another vessel.

Teen jailed for exam cheating in Guinea dies after sickle cell complications, father says

23. Juli 2026, 16:26

Mamadou Djouma Bah, 17, was arrested and sentenced to prison for exam fraud earlier this month.

Saudis must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump

23. Juli 2026, 17:58

The US president says the landmark agreement to help Saudis develop nuclear energy is dependent on it joining the Abraham Accords.

France evacuates 20,000 as wildfires spread in south-west

23. Juli 2026, 16:41

Most of those evacuated were tourists from campsites around Arcachon Bay in France's Gironde region.

'I am still alive': Indian activist on hunger strike for 26 days loses 11kg

23. Juli 2026, 15:22

Sonam Wangchuk has been the main draw at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Delhi.

'Let's enjoy the ride' says Elon Musk, as AI fears mount

23. Juli 2026, 11:39

Talking to The Economist, Musk said he doesn't care if people hate him and said he was not a racist.