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Armenian prime minister claims victory in election result seen as rejection of Russian influence
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan claimed victory Monday in a general election seen as a test of Russia’s influence in the South Caucasus country, as preliminary results showed his governing party in first with more than double the votes of the next contender.
Israel, Iran hold their fire after Trump pressures Netanyahu
Both Israel and Iran announced separately on Monday that their militaries would halt offensive operations against the other following an explosive exchange of fire overnight that threatened to restart hostilities in the region and upend U.S.-led peace efforts.
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ICC chief prosecutor suspended pending decision by oversight body over sexual misconduct allegations
The embattled chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court was suspended from his duties late Monday, after the court's oversight body referred Karim Khan for disciplinary proceedings.
Tropical Storm Cristina forms off coast of Nicaragua, forecasters say
Tropical Storm Cristina formed Monday in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Nicaragua, forecasters said.
Earthquake with 6.1 magnitude hits offshore Cuba, shaking buildings in Havana
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck near western Cuba on Monday, shaking buildings in Havana and beyond.
Pope meets with 6 clergy abuse survivors in Spain, hopes to improve response
Pope Leo XIV met Monday with six survivors of clergy sexual abuse in Madrid and vowed to consider their suggestions for how the Catholic Church can improve its response to the crisis, the Vatican said.
After morning of sirens, Israelis fall back into well-worn war routines
As Israel and Iran traded fire on Monday in the most serious escalation since a shaky ceasefire in April, war-weary Israelis fell back on familiar routines from the last round of war with a sense of resignation and apathy. In the morning, they ran for shelter as missile alerts blared. Afterward, some stayed home and while others ran errands or took their kids to the park, seeking to maintain some normalcy.
Fujimori and nationalist Sanchez virtually tied as vote count continues in Peru
A razor-thin presidential runoff left Peruvians without a clear winner Monday, with conservative politician Keiko Fujimori and nationalist congressman Roberto Sanchez virtually tied.
Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez holds talks in Turkey with Erdogan on trade, energy and mining
Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul on Monday for talks aimed at deepening cooperation, particularly in trade, energy, and mining, according to a statement from the Turkish leader's office.
Ukrainian strikes hit oil sites in Russia and Crimea
Ukrainian forces struck oil facilities in Russia and occupied Ukraine, Ukrainian and Russian officials said Monday, as part of their campaign to make Moscow pay an economic cost for the war.
U.S. sanctions over 100 Nicaraguan officials and relatives with travel ban
The United States has placed travel bans on more than 100 Nicaraguan officials and their family members as part of a broader campaign to punish the current government for human rights abuses.
Retired Supreme Court justice becomes Canada’s Governor General, the representative of King Charles
Retired Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour was installed as Canada's next governor general on Monday after a swearing-in ceremony.
Pope’s historic speech to Spain’s parliament demands respect for migrants and gets 7-minute ovation
Spanish lawmakers gave Pope Leo XIV a standing ovation on Monday after he called for respect for migrants' rights and international law in a historic address to parliament that signaled a new level of acceptance of the Catholic Church in the overwhelmingly secular country.
Pop-up art show takes over German president’s residence before yearslong renovation
A pop-up art show featuring contemporary art, including video and audio installations, photography and traditional oil paintings, is set to open at Germany's Bellevue Palace this week before the German presidential residence closes for renovation.
Xi and Kim express hopes for greater ties between China and North Korea
Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un underscored their commitment to deepen cooperation in a closely watched summit on Monday, as Xi made a rare visit to Pyongyang in a likely attempt to reassert Beijing's unique influence over its socialist neighbor.
Kenya’s former chief justice David Maraga arrested during park construction protest
Kenya's former Chief Justice David Maraga said he was arrested on Monday alongside other activists protesting planned construction inside Nairobi National Park.
