Rodrigo Duterte’s downfall marks dramatic end to Philippines power struggle
Just short of his 80th birthday, Rodrigo Duterte, a man who once vowed to purge his country through…
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Romania court upholds ban on far-right populist running for president
Romanian far-right populist Calin Georgescu has lost his appeal against a ruling barring him from participating in May’s…
Portugal facing fresh elections as parliament holds confidence vote
The government of Portuguese Prime Minister LuÃs Montenegro is expected to lose a vote of confidence on Tuesday,…
Pakistan militants attack train and take passengers hostage
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Sweden says Russia is greatest threat to its security
Getty Images Sweden’s security service said Russia’s activities were mainly aimed at undermining Nato cohesion Russia poses the…
Uganda deploys forces to Juba, military chief says
Uganda has deployed special forces to South Sudan’s capital, Juba, to help President Salva Kiir to “secure it”,…
Ukraine partial ceasefire plan ‘has promise’, Rubio says ahead of talks in Saudi Arabia
The US’s top diplomat has said that he sees promise in Ukraine’s proposal for a partial ceasefire to…
Philippines ex-leader Duterte arrested on ICC warrant over drug killings
Jonathan Head South East Asia correspondent Watch: Rodrigo Duterte questions ICC warrant for his arrest Philippine police have…
