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China has announced sanctions against multiple US defence companies and senior executives in response to recent arms sales to Taiwan, escalating already strained relations with the United States.

The measures target firms involved in the production, sale or transfer of military equipment to Taiwan, as well as individuals holding leadership roles within those companies. Sanctions include asset freezes in China, restrictions on business activities, and bans on entry into the country.

Chinese authorities said the actions were taken to safeguard national sovereignty and security, reiterating opposition to foreign military support for Taiwan. Beijing views arms sales to the island as interference in ...

Silver prices have climbed to record levels, extending a powerful rally across precious metals as investors respond to shifting interest rate expectations, geopolitical tensions and strong industrial demand.

The metal rose above $75 per ounce, with some trading sessions pushing prices toward the upper $70s, marking an unprecedented milestone. The surge comes alongside record or near-record gains in gold and platinum, signalling broad-based momentum in the commodities sector.

Analysts attribute the rally partly to growing expectations that major central banks may begin cutting interest rates in the coming year. Lower rates tend to boost demand for non-yielding assets such as precious metals, ...

US President Donald Trump has held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on potential pathways toward ending the war in Ukraine, according to officials familiar with the discussions.

The talks focused on prospects for negotiations with Russia, possible territorial arrangements, and the role of security guarantees in any future settlement. Zelensky reiterated that Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity remain central to Kyiv’s position, while acknowledging growing pressure to explore diplomatic options.

Trump has indicated that his administration is assessing alternative strategies aimed at bringing the conflict to an end, emphasising the need for faster progress toward a negotiated outcome. While details of ...

Recent airstrikes targeting militant positions in Nigeria have once again focused international attention on the country’s long-running security crisis. While such operations aim to disrupt extremist groups, they also raise urgent questions about civilian protection and the absence of a comprehensive political solution.

The United Nations has repeatedly warned that Nigeria’s conflict cannot be resolved through military means alone. UN agencies have documented widespread displacement, civilian casualties, food insecurity and the erosion of trust between communities and state institutions, conditions that continue to fuel instability.

Militant groups including Boko Haram and factions linked to the Islamic State have survived years of offensives, ...

The United States has carried out airstrikes against militant targets in Nigeria, following a series of deadly attacks attributed to an ISIS-linked group operating in the region.

US officials said the strikes were aimed at weakening the operational capacity of militants connected to the Islamic State, which has expanded its presence in parts of Nigeria in recent years. The action followed reports of coordinated assaults on civilian communities, including attacks during the Christmas period.

The violence has heightened concern over security conditions in Nigeria’s northeast and central regions, where armed groups have exploited local grievances, weak governance and long-standing communal tensions. Authorities ...

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 United States has imposed visa restrictions on a group of senior European officials, accusing them of actions that Washington says undermine free expression and target American viewpoints online.

The measures are linked to a growing dispute over the European Union’s digital regulations, which require large technology platforms to remove certain content and comply with strict oversight rules. US officials argue that these policies risk censorship and disproportionately affect US-based companies and voices.

European leaders rejected the accusations, defending the bloc’s digital framework as necessary to combat illegal content, disinformation and online harm. Officials stressed that the rules apply equally to all ...

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 ...