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By Ivana Kottasová, Max Saltman, Kosta Gak, Anna Chernova, CNN (CNN) — Russian authorities have begun restricting access to Telegram, one of the country’s most popular social media apps, as the government continues to push everyday Russians toward its own tightly controlled alternatives to foreign tech platforms. On Tuesday, the government said it was restricting

By Sharon Braithwaite, Charlotte Reck, CNN (CNN) — Two men are set to appear in court in Italy following a dramatic armed robbery on an armored security truck on a highway on Monday. A masked gang attacked the vehicle with Kalashnikov rifles and robbed a student of her car as they tried to escape in

By Tal Shalev, CNN (CNN) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu intends to discuss possible military options against Iran with US President Donald Trump during his visit to Washington this week as Israel prepares contingencies should US-Iran talks collapse, according to two Israeli sources. Israel remains skeptical that nascent negotiations between the US and Iran

By Pierre P Bairin, Billy Stockwell, CNN Paris (CNN) — It was the photo of a loved one nobody wants to receive. When the partner of a 35-year-old magistrate in France checked his phone last week, he saw a picture of his partner accompanied by a stark warning: pay a ransom in cryptocurrency or we

By Tim Lister, Daria Tarasova-Markina, CNN (CNN) — In the midst of a blizzard sweeping across central Ukraine last month, Iryna Vlasenko had a dilemma. She needed to get her 7-year-old daughter, who was seriously ill, to a children’s hospital in Kyiv. But she couldn’t get to the main railway station in Khmelnytskyi, more than

By Brad Lendon, CNN (CNN) — The world is in an era of “wrecking-ball politics” led by US President Donald Trump, and it’s putting the decadeslong prosperous international order under unprecedented strain, according to the Munich Security Report 2026. The annual report, released ahead of the Munich Security Conference, described Trump point blank as the

By Rhea Mogul and Esha Mitra, CNN (CNN) — Bangladesh votes on Thursday in the first election since a Gen Z protest movement toppled an ageing autocrat – an uprising tens of millions of young people dreamed could chart a new course for their country. Images of longtime leader Sheikh Hasina fleeing by helicopter as

By Michael Rios, CNN (CNN) — Canada’s largest airline has said it is suspending flights to Cuba due to a shortage of aviation fuel on the island – a move that comes amid a US orchestrated squeeze on the country’s oil supply that has also forced Havana to ration health, transport and school services. Air

By Christian Edwards, CNN London (CNN) — Keir Starmer was fighting to salvage his premiership on Monday after the resignations of key advisers and growing calls from senior Labour Party figures for the British prime minister to step down, following bitter fallout from the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Addressing a packed room of

By Billy Stockwell, Charlotte Reck, Max Foster, CNN London (CNN) — King Charles stands ready to support British police as they assess a report that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor allegedly shared confidential material with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during the former prince’s role as UK trade envoy. The latest tranche of Epstein files released by

By Sophie Tanno, Ivana Scatola, CNN (CNN) — Toluwa was waiting for her flight in an airport lounge in Washington, DC, when she said she was approached by a stranger. The pair got chatting and, after a while, she agreed to exchange numbers with him. It wasn’t until she got home and searched his social

CNN By Sophie Tanno, Ivana Scatola, CNN (CNN) — Toluwa was waiting for her flight in an airport lounge in Washington, DC, when she said she was approached by a stranger. The pair got chatting and, after a while, she agreed to exchange numbers with him. It wasn’t until she got home and searched his

By Max Foster, Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN London (CNN) — The Prince and Princess of Wales have been “deeply concerned” by revelations from the trove of new documents related to Jeffrey Epstein released by the US Justice Department, a Kensington Palace spokesperson has said. Speaking to journalists in Riyadh ahead of Prince William’s visit to Saudi

By Chris Lau, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — Former Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, ending a years-long legal battle that has come to define Beijing’s transformational crackdown on the once-freewheeling financial hub. The 78-year-old self-made billionaire was among the highest-profile government critics charged since Beijing imposed

By Diego Mendoza, Ruben Correa, Gonzalo Zegarra, Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN (CNN) — Key Venezuelan opposition figure Juan Pablo Guanipa has been placed under house arrest, his son said, two days after he was re-arrested by heavily armed men following his release from a jail where he had been held as a political prisoner. “We are

By Tal Shalev, Ibrahim Dahman, CNN Tel Aviv, Israel (CNN) — Ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, DC, this week, Israel has taken a series of sweeping steps to tighten its grip on the occupied West Bank. On Sunday, Israel’s security cabinet approved measures that expand the country’s enforcement powers and

By Tim Lister, Kosta Gak, CNN (CNN) — Hundreds of thousands of civilians in Ukraine face several days of extreme cold with very little heat and light, after sustained Russian drone and missile attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure. In the capital, Kyiv, temperatures well below zero and bitterly cold winds are expected for the

By Caitlin Danaher, James Frater, CNN London (CNN) — The chief of staff to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned on Sunday over the scandal around Peter Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US, despite his links to disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. “The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong.

By Yumi Asada, Lex Harvey, CNN (CNN) — Japan’s conservative Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi swept to a landslide victory in a snap election on Sunday, marking a historic turnaround for her party, which had been hemorrhaging voter support in recent years — until she stepped to the helm. Since she was elected more than four

By CNN’s Tim Lister and Kosta Gak (CNN) — Russia’s Investigative Committee has accused Ukrainian intelligence of being behind the assassination attempt on a Russian general in Moscow on Friday – and says the alleged perpetrator was arrested in Dubai after fleeing Moscow. One other suspect – described as an accomplice – was also detained,

By Hilary Whiteman, Angus Watson, CNN Sydney, Australia (CNN) — Israeli President Isaac Herzog received two very different receptions in Australia on Monday – a warm welcome by a government determined to show solidarity with its grieving Jewish community, and mass protests by activists who consider him a war criminal. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese invited

By Ayushi Shah, CNN Mumbai, India (CNN) — On any given morning in Mumbai’s Shivaji Park, power-walkers circle the running track, fitness watches buzzing with every step. Minutes later, some drift toward nearby food stalls, where oil sizzles and hot samosas and syrupy jalebis land on paper plates. It’s a snapshot of India’s uneasy relationship

By Antonia Mortensen, Juan Pablo O’Connell, Aditi Sangal, CNN Milan, Italy (CNN) — Anti-Olympic protesters marched peacefully through Milan on Saturday afternoon, holding signs, marching arm-in-arm, singing and dancing. But when night fell, the demonstration turned violent as some protesters targeted police and their vans, and officials responded with tear gas and water cannons. This

By Zeena Saifi, Mohammed al Sawalhi, Abeer Salman, Oren Liebermann, Tal Shalev, CNN Jerusalem (CNN) — The first week of the partial reopening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt was marked by confusion, and logistical hurdles, according to Palestinians attempting to cross and multiple sources who spoke to CNN on condition of anonymity.

By CNN’s Tim Lister and Svitlana Vlasova (CNN) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the United States wants a peace settlement between Ukraine and Russia by early summer, despite repeated rounds of talks failing to reach a breakthrough over the issues of territory and security guarantees. “They say they want to get everything

By Billy Stockwell, CNN (CNN) — Norway’s royal family were battling scandals on multiple fronts this week, with charities moving to cut or review ties to the Crown Princess for her past contact with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein while others question her suitability to the role of future queen. The first controversy is

By Susana Erazo, Krecyte Villarreal, CNN (CNN) — Rigo Mendoza tearfully recalls the last conversation he had with his son Kevin before his death in early January. The 15-year-old boy, who had been diagnosed with cancer in November, could only think about his father’s safety. “I don’t want anything to happen to you,” he kept

Story by Jessie Yeung, Yoonjung Seo, CNN. Graphics by Rosa de Acosta, CNN. Seoul, South Korea (CNN) — Excited young couples roam a bustling convention center trying on baby carriers, testing strollers and learning the latest safety features of car seats. This scene in Seoul in January may seem totally contrary to the usual headlines

CNN Story by Jessie Yeung, Yoonjung Seo, CNN. Graphics by Rosa de Acosta, CNN. Seoul, South Korea (CNN) — Excited young couples roam a bustling convention center trying on baby carriers, testing strollers and learning the latest safety features of car seats. This scene in Seoul in January may seem totally contrary to the usual

By Caitlin Danaher, CNN (CNN) — France and Canada opened consulates in Greenland’s capital Nuuk on Friday, in a show of support for their NATO ally Denmark amid renewed demands from US President Donald Trump to acquire the arctic territory. Jean-Noel Poirier said his appointment as France’s Consul General in Nuuk was meant not as

By Christian Edwards, James Frater, CNN London (CNN) — British police said they are searching two properties linked to Peter Mandelson as part of their investigation into misconduct in public office, following revelations about the former UK ambassador to the US’ links to the disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. Since the US Justice Department’s latest release

By Nadeen Ebrahim, Mostafa Salem, CNN (CNN) — President Donald Trump said the United States had “very good talks” with Iran after delegations from both countries participated in indirect discussions in Oman Friday. “Iran looks like it wants to make a deal very badly. We have to see what that deal is,” the president said

By Sophia Saifi, Azaz Syed, Saleem Mehsud, Laura Sharman, CNN (CNN) — A suicide bomber killed dozens of people and injured more than 160 during Friday prayers at a Shiite Muslim mosque in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad, authorities said. ISIS, which refers to itself as the “Islamic State” group, claimed responsibility for the attack via two

By Anna Chernova, Lauren Kent, CNN (CNN) — A Russian general serving as deputy head of Russian military intelligence has regained consciousness after being shot and seriously wounded in Moscow, according to state news agency TASS, citing medical sources. The assassination attempt was the latest in a series on top military figures in Russia. An

By Hanako Montgomery, CNN Tokyo (CNN) — In scenes normally reserved for J-pop stars, thousands of fans huddle against the cold outside a small train station on the outskirts of Tokyo, their phones held high for a glimpse of Japan’s latest obsession. Suddenly, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi steps out onto a concrete walkway, and a

By Rhea Mogul and Ayushi Shah, CNN (CNN) — With jarring regularity, the gates of an Indian high-security prison swing open for a prominent guru jailed for life for murder, freeing him to preach virtue to the millions of followers he holds in his thrall. A flashy preacher with rock-star taste, Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh

By Tal Shalev, CNN Tel Aviv (CNN) — The brother of Israel’s security chief was arrested along with 14 others in a major police bust of an alleged smuggling ring accused of shipping crates of illegal goods into the Gaza Strip. Bezalel Zini, a brother of Shin Bet chief David Zini, was arrested as part

By Pau Mosquera, CNN (CNN) — The café is spacious and softly buzzing, with quiet conversations carrying over from distant tables. Reflections flicker in the large mirrors lining the walls of the Lavapiés café where we meet. Seated near the entrance is activist and playwright Yúnior García, who speaks about memories and longings tied to

By Lauren Kent, Svitlana Vlasova, Victoria Butenko, Katharina Krebs, CNN (CNN) — The Ukrainian Defense Ministry said Thursday that Russia’s Starlink satellite internet terminals in Ukraine have been “cut off,” disrupting Russian military communications. Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said SpaceX, which owns Starlink, is working with Ukraine to update a “whitelist” of approved and

By Helen Regan, CNN (CNN) — A newly released email appears to confirm the authenticity of a photograph of Britain’s Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor with his arm around the waist of Virginia Giuffre, one of the most prominent victims of Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking ring. The disgraced former prince has long denied allegations he sexually assaulted Giuffre

By Barbie Latza Nadeau, CNN Rome, Italy (CNN) — Now you see her, now you don’t. The face of Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni that was painted on a cherub in a church in Rome has been removed following outrage and an investigation by the country’s cultural ministry. Meloni’s likeness appeared on the body of

By Laura Sharman, Kevin Liptak, CNN (CNN) — US President Donald Trump warned that Iran’s supreme leader should be “very worried,” as both sides prepare for their first formal negotiations since the United States bombed Tehran’s nuclear program last year. Tensions between the two countries have escalated sharply in recent weeks following a deadly crackdown

By CNN (CNN) — One month after the US carried out an attack in Venezuela to capture its president, civilians in the South American country remain caught between uncertainty and expectations of governmental change. Some believe the ouster of strongman leader Nicolás Maduro offers a glimmer of hope for rebuilding institutions and guaranteeing citizens’ rights.

By Bianna Golodryga, Michael Rios, CNN (CNN) — Cuba is ready for “meaningful” dialogue with the United States but it is not willing to discuss changing its government, the Cuban deputy foreign minister told CNN on Wednesday, in comments that come as the Trump administration ramps up pressure on the island with talk of regime

By Max Saltman, CNN (CNN) — Thieves dressed as Robin Hood raided a food store in Montreal on Tuesday night and gave away the stolen goods in a protest against rising food prices – just weeks after the same group targeted a grocery dressed as Santa and his elves. An activist organization calling itself the

By Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN London (CNN) — Catherine, Princess of Wales has spoken of her experience with cancer, in a deeply personal video message released Wednesday to mark World Cancer Day. Kate, 44, who is now in remission after she was diagnosed with cancer two years ago, tells those affected by the disease: “Please know

By Jomana Karadsheh, Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN (CNN) — Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi is on hunger strike whilst being held in detention by Iranian authorities, according to a statement from her foundation. In the statement shared exclusively with CNN, the Paris-based foundation, which is run by her family, says it received credible information that

By Lauren Kent, CNN (CNN) — It’s been one year since the Trump administration dismantled the US Agency for International Development (USAID), with aid cuts leading to the closure of HIV clinics in South Africa, the termination of medical programs in Afghanistan, and the end of numerous programs tackling malnutrition and preventable diseases around the

By Max Foster, CNN London (CNN) — Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Britain’s Prince Andrew, has moved out of his longtime Windsor home and is now a resident of Norfolk, England, CNN understands. In October, Mountbatten-Windsor was ordered to leave the sprawling 30-room Royal Lodge in the heart of the Crown’s Windsor Estate, just outside

By Chris Lau, CNN Hong Kong (CNN) — With the Year of the Horse galloping into view, an unexpected face has emerged in China as a symbol of fortune: a villain from Harry Potter’s wizarding world. Draco Malfoy, Potter’s privileged teen nemesis in J.K. Rowling’s wildly successful book series, is popping up in festive displays

By Nic Robertson, Mohammed Tawfeeq, CNN (CNN) — Saif al-Islam Gadhafi, the son of former Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi, has been killed in an apparent assassination at his home in the city of Zintan in northwestern Libya, the head of his political team said on Tuesday. He was 53. Saif al-Islam Gadhafi was once seen

By Christian Edwards, CNN London (CNN) — Britain’s political class is being shaken by a scandal the scale of which typically comes around only once in a generation, and the man at the heart of it was once seen as the savior of the party that is currently in power. Peter Mandelson, a former British