The Treasury Secretary says the US has enough for the next military payday, but can’t pay service members after that.
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Trump raises tariffs on Canadian goods over Reagan advert
The US president announces he is adding 10% to current levies on one of the biggest US trading partners.
Three killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, officials say
At least 32 others were injured in the attack, including six children, the city’s mayor says.
Georgia arrests three for trying to illegally buy 2kg of uranium
Three Chinese nationals face prison time for attempting to purchase $400,000 of nuclear material.
Russia says it has tested nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile
The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range – though Western experts have questioned its value.
US and China agree framework of trade deal ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
US trade secretary says the two will sign a deal on TikTok, while hinting at agreement on rare earths and tariffs.
Women welcome arrest of charity boss identified in BBC sex-for-aid investigation
Syrian refugees in Turkey allege they were taken advantage of when they were desperate for help.
Rebel group claims capture of Sudan army headquarters in key city
The fall of the base in el-Fasher is step closer towards the RSF cementing its control in the west.
Hurricane Melissa strengthens as it barrels towards Jamaica
The rare highest-strength storm is set to hit Jamaica by Tuesday, having already caused two deaths in Haiti.
Harris ‘concerned’ she did not ask Biden to quit race
The former vice-president tells the BBC she is not sure whether it was “grace or recklessness” that stopped her speaking up.