More than 80 reported abducted in Nigeria as police find human remains

Farmers and women abducted in northern Niger and Zamfara states as police find human remains at suspected gang camps.
Pope Leo says AI risk concerns not ‘fake news’

Leader of the Catholic Church says AI safety issues should be taken seriously and acted on.
Rubio, Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister hold talks on Yemen, Hormuz Strait

Top US and Saudi diplomats discuss cooperation on security challenges, including hostilities with Yemen's Houthis.
Ethiopian army claims to have taken Tigrayan stronghold

The Ethiopian military and allied militia claim to have overtaken the town of Alamata in the Tigray region.
Russia pounds Ukraine’s Kyiv after deadly strike on Academy of Sciences

Footage of attack on Academy shows people leaning out of windows as bright flames engulf part of the historic building.
Flights between Iraq’s Najaf and Iran resumed as Tehran protests US curbs

Tehran filed a UN complaint against US sanctions forcing regional cancellations of Iran flights.
Spain vs Croatia: UEFA Nations League – Yamal, Modric, teams, form

World champions Spain host Croatia in matchday two of the UEFA Nations League, with Yamal facing Modric.
Trump made the right decision to reject Iran’s offer

The US president has denied Tehran the opportunity to use the US midterm elections as a pressure point.
Somali army clashes with local forces for control of Baidoa

The latest outbreak of fighting in the South West State city stranded civilians unable to flee or reach hospitals.
Iran touts Hormuz attacks as oil flows increase despite tensions

Mediators are trying to facilitate more talks, but Washington signals faith in its pressure tactics.