The “meticulously planned and very complex mission” eliminated Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the Islamic State group’s second in command globally, Trump said.
Month: May 2026
Latest news bulletin | May 16th, 2026 – Morning
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 16th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Trump noncommittal on Taiwan arms sales after meeting with Xi
President Donald Trump said he was still deliberating a major arms sale to Taiwan, floating what would amount to a significant change in American foreign policy following a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. “I’ll make a determination over the next fairly short period. I’m gonna make a determination,” he told reporters of…
What is the ‘Thucydides Trap’ that Xi invoked in his meeting with Trump?
Xi Jinping opened his Beijing summit with Trump by asking whether the two powers could avoid the “Thucydides Trap” — then warned that mishandling Taiwan could lead to war.
Five Italians die in Maldives cave diving tragedy
Rescue teams in the Maldives continued recovery operations after the country’s deadliest diving accident killed five Italian divers.
Libya football riots spread to Tripoli as fans torch government building
Fans rioted after a disputed referee decision ended a Libyan league match in Tarhunah, with violence spreading to Tripoli where the Government of National Unity’s headquarters was set on fire.
Funeral in Jabalia after Israeli strike hits Gaza wake despite ceasefire
Residents of Jabalia bury two Palestinians killed in an Israeli strike on a wake, as Gaza reports nearly 73,000 dead and truce violations persist.
Women’s rights and demographics take centre stage at regional forum in Bukhara
Regional leaders and UN officials gathered in Bukhara to discuss how investing in women, education and demographic planning could shape long-term development across Asia.
Sunlight Strut: Turning the Office Hallway into a Beige Runway
When the Office Hallway Became a Runway The office hallway was usually a place for quiet footsteps, quick conversations, and people pretending not to be late. Nothing remarkable. Nothing theatrical. Just routine movement between rooms and responsibilities. But today, the atmosphere had shifted. Sunlight and Stillness Sunlight poured through a large window on the right…
Latest news bulletin | May 14th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this May 14th, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.