Xi hopes for a "good start" in relations with Trump, who expects to solve many problems together starting immediately.

Moscow has looked to the Islamic republic as a strategic ally since sending troops into Ukraine in February 2022

CPJ reports 361 journalists jailed in December 2024, with China, Israel, and Myanmar as top offenders.

Japan's government panel raises the probability of a "megaquake" to 75-82% in the next 30 years.

US 'confident' truce will go ahead

HRW criticizes global inaction on human rights, warns Trump's return could worsen violations.

Fritz wins,18-year-old Joao Fonseca falls in thriller

Rapper alleges defamation over Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'

Fan believed she was in a relationship with star

Iran's President Pezeshkian denied seeking nuclear weapons and warned Trump against war.