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Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has undergone a successful surgical procedure, according to medical officials, while continuing to serve a jail sentence linked to legal cases stemming from his time in office.

Bolsonaro underwent surgery to treat abdominal complications related to earlier medical issues, including injuries sustained during a 2018 campaign stabbing. Doctors said the operation was completed as planned and that his condition is stable.

Medical staff indicated that Bolsonaro is expected to remain under observation for several days as a precaution, with recovery expected to take place under supervision due to his incarceration status. Officials said there were no immediate ...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indicated a willingness to consider compromises involving Russian-controlled territories, marking a notable shift in rhetoric after years of insisting on full territorial restoration.

In recent remarks, Zelensky suggested that certain occupied areas in eastern Ukraine could be addressed through diplomatic or political processes rather than immediate military recovery. The comments come amid mounting battlefield pressures, rising economic strain, and uncertainty over sustained foreign support.

The proposed approach reflects growing challenges facing Ukraine, as the conflict enters a prolonged phase with no clear military resolution. Despite extensive backing from the United States and its allies, Ukraine has struggled ...

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has updated its travel advice, warning British nationals not to travel to a number of overseas destinations due to heightened security concerns and limited capacity to provide assistance.

The guidance advises against all travel to certain countries and regions affected by conflict, political instability, violent crime or a breakdown in local infrastructure. Officials said the advice reflects ongoing assessments of safety conditions and the risks faced by foreign visitors.

Where a “do not travel” warning is in place, the UK government has limited ability to offer consular support, including emergency assistance or evacuation. Travellers already in ...

British police have detained climate activist Greta Thunberg during a pro-Palestinian protest in London, drawing international attention and renewed debate over protest policing in the UK.

The detention occurred at a demonstration held in support of hunger strikers linked to Palestine Action, a group campaigning against companies it says are connected to Israel’s defence sector. Video footage showed officers escorting Thunberg away from the protest area as police enforced restrictions on the gathering.

Police said the protest had breached conditions imposed to prevent disruption and ensure public safety. Officers cited public order powers and referenced provisions of the Terrorism Act when carrying ...

China has reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful scientific research and international cooperation in Antarctica, emphasizing that its activities on the continent are transparent, civilian in nature, and fully aligned with international rules.

In commentaries published by state-affiliated outlets, China said its Antarctic presence is dedicated to climate research, environmental monitoring, and advancing global understanding of polar ecosystems. Chinese researchers highlighted their contributions to studying ice dynamics, climate change, and biodiversity in one of the world’s most fragile regions.

China stressed that all work in Antarctica is conducted within the framework of the Antarctic Treaty System, which promotes scientific collaboration, information sharing, and ...

Australia has held an emotional commemoration for the victims of the deadly Bondi Beach attack, as hundreds gathered at the iconic Sydney location to pay tribute to those killed. The ceremony, however, was marked by tension when Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was booed by some attendees.

The vigil took place at Bondi Beach, one week after the fatal shooting that shocked the nation and reignited debate over public safety and political leadership. Mourners laid flowers, observed moments of silence, and shared messages of solidarity, with banners reading “We are unbreakable.”

Albanese, who addressed the crowd briefly, urged unity and resilience, saying the ...

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has launched a legal challenge against the Nobel Foundation, accusing it of transforming the Nobel Peace Prize into a political instrument that legitimizes war and foreign intervention.

The complaint follows the foundation’s decision to award the prize to Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado. Assange argues that Machado’s political record and support for international pressure campaigns contradict the core principles of peace the award was meant to represent.

In a statement released by his legal team, Assange said the prize has “lost its moral credibility,” claiming it is increasingly used to advance Western geopolitical interests rather than genuine ...

The United States has stepped up enforcement of its sanctions regime by pursuing a third oil tanker near Venezuelan waters, according to US officials and multiple media reports. The move follows recent interceptions of vessels suspected of carrying Venezuelan crude in violation of US sanctions.

US authorities said the tanker is believed to be part of a network transporting oil to foreign buyers without authorization, often using ship-to-ship transfers and opaque ownership structures to evade detection. Naval and law enforcement assets are reportedly monitoring the vessel as it transits the Caribbean region.

Washington has tightened scrutiny of maritime traffic linked to Venezuela ...

The United States has seized a second oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, escalating enforcement of sanctions against Caracas, according to U.S. officials.

The vessel was intercepted in international waters and is suspected of transporting Venezuelan crude in violation of U.S. sanctions. Officials said the action follows a similar seizure earlier this month, reflecting a renewed focus on disrupting illicit oil exports that help fund the Venezuelan government.

U.S. authorities allege that the tankers used complex shipping routes, ship-to-ship transfers, and opaque ownership structures to evade detection. The seizures were carried out under existing sanctions and maritime enforcement authorities, officials added.

Venezuela’s ...