G20 adds the African Union, softens language on war in Ukraine
NEW DELHI – The Group of 20 top world economies added the African Union as a member at their annual summit Saturday, and host India was able to get the …
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Biden and Modi look to tighten U.S.-India ties amidst China concerns
NEW DELHI – President Joe Biden frequently says that what sets him apart is his ability to make friends on a global stage. His presence at the Group of …
Biden, Modi and G20 allies unveil project linking India to Middle East, Europe
NEW DELHI – President Joe Biden and his allies on Saturday announced plans to build a rail and shipping corridor linking India with the Middle East and Europe, an …
Morocco earthquake: Death toll rises to more than 1,000
RABAT, Morocco – A rare, powerful earthquake struck Morocco, sending people racing from their beds into the darkened streets and toppling buildings in mountainous villages and ancient cities not built …
Japan foreign minister and business leaders meet Ukrainian leader
TOKYO – Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday during his visit in Kyiv, promising Tokyo’s backing and agreeing to start negotiations on …
Canadian sources call G20 negotiations on Ukraine a challenge
Leaders at the G20 have all agreed to a final communique after what Canadian government officials describe as months of “very difficult” negotiations. Indian Prime Minister Narendar Modi …
At least 2 dead after violence flares in India’s northeastern state
GUWAHATI, India – Violence erupted in India’s northeastern state with a history of ethnic clashes when armed men exchanged gunfire with security forces, leaving at least two dead, police …
Ukraine news: UN watchdog warns of threat to nuclear safety amid conflict
KYIV, Ukraine – The United Nations atomic watchdog warned of a potential threat to nuclear safety due to a spike in fighting near Europe’s largest nuclear power plant in …
Climate protesters block Dutch highway, demand end to subsidies for fossil fuels
THE HAGUE, Netherlands – Several thousand climate activists blocked a Dutch highway on Saturday in anger at billions of euros in government subsidies for industries that use oil, coal …
Conservatives to vote on party policy at convention
QUEBEC – Conservatives gathered in Quebec City will vote today on a series of changes to their policy handbook on the final day of a three-day convention. More …