‘No society is immune’ to housing crisis, UN chief warns at World Urban Forum in Baku
António Guterres told the World Urban Forum in Baku that no country is immune from the housing crisis, as 40,000 delegates gathered for the second day of talks. Read more…
Lebanese president vows to ‘do the impossible’ to end war with Israel as strikes continue despite ceasefire
On Monday, the Lebanese health ministry said the death toll from Israeli strikes since the start of the war had reached 3,020, with 211 people 18 and under and 116…
Belarus stages nuclear drills with Russia as Kyiv warns of new offensive
Russia and Belarus conducted joint nuclear exercises on Monday as Kyiv warned Moscow was preparing a new offensive from Belarusian territory against Ukraine or NATO. Read more at Read More
Teargas fired as protests erupt over rising fuel prices in Kenya
Police fired teargas at protesters in Nairobi as demonstrations broke out during a nationwide transport strike over soaring fuel prices and rising living costs. Read more at Read More
London on edge as Tommy Robinson backers and pro-Palestinian marchers rally
Tens of thousands of people joined rival London marches for Tommy Robinson and Palestine, as 4,000 officers used strict routes to avoid clashes and keep order. Read More
As trade war with China looms, how can the EU defend itself?
The European Commission is considering a range of tools to shield the bloc from cheap Chinese imports, including reducing its dependence on Chinese components and imposing tariffs on strategic sectors.…
UAE still investigating mystery nuclear plant drone attack
The enigma surrounding Sunday’s unprecedented drone attack on the Barakah nuclear plant deepened on Monday as the UAE said the drone came from its western border, but it did not…
Latest news bulletin | May 18th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 18th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at…
Colonial ghosts, virgins and Nazi directors: The International Booker Prize 2026 shortlist
This year’s International Booker Prize shortlist of six novels take readers from a Japanese colonial-era Taiwan to the propaganda studios of Nazi Germany. Read More
Spain tilts right under Pedro Sánchez despite progressive credentials abroad
A regional vote in Andalusia points to a rightward shift in Spanish politics, despite Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s international push to position the country at the centre of progressive politics.…