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Afghanistan July 1, 2024

UN denies recognition of Taliban government following multinational meeting

A U.N.-led, Afghanistan-focused meeting with the Taliban does not translate to recognition of the group's claim to the government in Kabul, an official said Monday.

Europe July 1, 2024

Hungary launches EU presidency with Trump-like call to 'Make Europe Great Again'

Hungary's nationalist government, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orban, has begun its presidency of the European Union as the country faces skepticism from EU lawmakers.

South Africa July 1, 2024

South African parties finalize Cabinet positions, solidifying new coalition government

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a new Cabinet following a coalition agreement involving his African National Congress and nine other parties.

France July 1, 2024

Rivals move to block France's right-wing National Party's election momentum

Rivals of France's National Rally party are banding together to try to block its momentum after it took a strong lead in Sunday's parliamentary elections.

France June 30, 2024

Macron on edge as France’s right-wing National Rally party gains momentum in first round of elections

France’s National Rally party made considerable gains in the country’s first round of elections Sunday, putting centrist President Emmanuel Macron and his supporters on edge.

South America June 28, 2024

Bolivia’s president denounces 'self-coup' accusations as 'lies' as supporters rally

Bolivian President Luis Arce has denied accusations linking him to an alleged coup attempt that was allegedly orchestrated by General Juan José Zúñiga.

Africa June 27, 2024

Kenyan police confront protesters day after president withdraws tax increase bill

Protests have continued across Kenya despite President William Ruto's withdrawal of a controversial tax hike bill, which sparked deadly clashes, officials say.

Iran June 27, 2024

2 hardline candidates withdraw presidential bids on eve of Iran's election

Two candidates have dropped out of Iran's presidential election a day ahead of the landmark vote, calling for unity among forces supporting the country's Islamic revolution.

South America June 27, 2024

Bolivia grapples with aftermath of failed coup attempt as nation strives to restore stability

Bolivia has been left reeling after troops, led by General Juan José Zúñiga, briefly seized the presidential palace in La Paz during an attempted coup.

Central America June 26, 2024

Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández sentenced to 45 years in US prison

Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for colluding with drug traffickers to ensure over 400 tons of cocaine reached American soil.

South America June 26, 2024

Bolivian president survives failed coup, calls for 'democracy to be respected,' army general arrested

Bolivia's president survived an attempted coup Wednesday when military units rammed an armored vehicle into the presidential palace.