Israel postponed the release of 600 Palestinians, accusing Hamas of “humiliating” hostage handovers.
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Killing Me Softly singer Roberta Flack dies aged 88
The star’s other hits included The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Feel Like Makin’ Love.
Macron to warn Trump against looking weak to Putin
The French president is at the White House to appeal to Trump against rushing into a deal with Russia.
Five key takeaways from the German election
Friedrich Merz’s conservatives have won, but the vote has thrown up some fascinating stories.
New German leader signals seismic shift in transatlantic relations
Friedrich Merz heralds a new era for Europe without the US as a key partner, writes Europe editor Katya Adler.
Conclave and Moore get Oscars boost at SAG Awards
Pope selection drama Conclave took the top prize at the Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles.
Pope’s night in hospital went well, Vatican says
The pontiff, under care for respiratory and kidney problems, “slept and is resting,” the Vatican said.
Sudan army ends two-year siege of key city
The Sudan army captures el-Obeid hours after rival RSF forces signed a charter for a breakaway government.
NZ minister resigns after he ‘placed hand’ on staff’s arm
The incident last week comes months after he allegedly called a winery worker a “loser”.
The Kenyans saying no to motherhood and yes to sterilisation
A growing number of women are choosing to be sterilised, bucking traditional norms.