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Is the US dialling down its support for Taiwan?
Donald Trump does not commit to arms sale during China visit.
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US seeks indictment of former Cuban leader Raul Castro
The potential charges relate to Cuba’s 1996 downing of humanitarian planes, US media outlets report.
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Why India’s RSS is lobbying the West amid attacks on minorities at home
Hate speech against religious minorities in India rose last year. Experts say far-right RSS is doing ‘damage control’.
Explosions heard as mining groups stage antigovernment protest in Bolivia
Protesters have demanded the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz, who was elected on a platform of economic reform.
Cuba’s Diaz-Canel open to US aid amid worsening fuel crisis, blackouts
The comments came as a US delegation led by CIA Director John Ratcliffe met Cuban officials in Havana on Thursday.
From: Counting the Cost
Could Iran war trigger a hunger crisis?
The UN warns disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could drive up food and fertiliser costs, and worsen global hunger.
Published On 14 May 2026
Border Patrol chief Mike Banks resigns in latest Trump immigration shakeup
The US Department of Homeland Security has seen several high-profile departures, including Todd Lyons and Kristi Noem.
Palestinian President Abbas pledges elections, reform at Fatah conference
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has been unanimously re-elected leader of the Fatah movement.
From: Inside Story
What does the US hope to achieve from Lebanon-Israel talks?
As Israeli attacks on Lebanon continue, Hezbollah opposes ceasefire talks in Washington.
Published On 14 May 2026
Jerome Powell: Steering the US Fed through COVID-19 and political pressures
Trump’s aggressive push for interest rate cuts shaped Powell’s Fed legacy during his tumultuous leadership.
Trump administration pledges $1.8bn in additional humanitarian aid to UN
The extra funds come on top of $2bn announced in December but fall short of past commitments from the US.
