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日共志位議長、韓国「社会進歩連帯」と懇談し自由と社会主義を議論

日本共産党の志位和夫議長と山添拓政策委員長は7日、ソウル市内で韓国の労働問題や平和活動に取り組む「社会進歩連帯」の幹部らと懇談し、社会主義における人間の自由や旧ソ連の評価などをめぐって意見を交わした。両者は今後の連携強化を確認している。

自民党が石破茂氏ら4人に戒告処分消費税減税法案採決前の退席で

自民党の鈴木俊一幹事長は9日の記者会見で、6日の消費税減税関連法案の衆院本会議採決前に退席し賛成票を投じなかった石破茂前首相ら4人に対し戒告処分としたと明らかにした。党内結束の観点から看過できないとして決定され、総裁経験者が戒告を受けるのは石破氏で初めてとなる。

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Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas on Wednesday urged Hamas to free all hostages, saying their captivity provided Israel with "excuses" to attack Gaza, as rescuers recovered charred bodies from an Israeli strike.

Zelensky calls for 'unconditional ceasefire' after Russian attack kills nine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Wednesday for an "immediate, full, and unconditional ceasefire", hours after a Russian drone strike on a bus killed nine and as his top aide met Kyiv's allies in London.

I.Coast's barred opposition leader says is party's only presidential candidate

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US will 'walk away' unless Russia and Ukraine agree deal: Vance

Vice President JD Vance warned Wednesday that the United States would "walk away" unless Russia and Ukraine agree a peace deal, as envoys from Washington, Kyiv and European nations gathered for downgraded talks in Britain.

Abbas urges Hamas to free Gaza hostages as Israeli strikes kill 18

Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas on Wednesday urged Hamas to free all hostages in Gaza, saying their captivity provided Israel with "excuses" to attack the territory, as rescuers recovered charred bodies from an Israeli strike.

Stocks rally as Trump soothes fears over China trade, Fed

Stock markets rallied on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said he had "no intention" of firing the head of the Federal Reserve and signalled the possibility of cutting tariffs on China.

Tens of thousands say goodbye to Pope Francis lying in state

Tens of thousands of mourners began saying their last goodbyes to Pope Francis at St Peter's Basilica Wednesday, as the body of the late Argentine pontiff began three days of lying in state.

Gaza rescuers recover charred bodies as Israeli strikes kill 17

Gaza's civil defence agency on Wednesday said its crew recovered charred bodies from a school-turned-shelter for displaced people, as Israeli strikes killed 17 people in the Hamas-run territory since dawn.

UK hosts downgraded Ukraine talks as Easter truce shatters

Envoys from Washington, Kyiv and European nations gathered for talks in Britain on Wednesday amid a new US push to end Russia's war in Ukraine, but a planned meeting of foreign ministers was postponed.

Tourists flee India-administered Kashmir after deadly attack

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China says 'door open' to trade talks after Trump signals tariffs will fall

China said on Wednesday the door was "wide open" for trade talks with Washington, a day after US President Donald Trump signalled the possibility of a "substantial" lowering of tariffs on Beijing.

Stocks rally as Trump comments ease Fed, China trade fears

Equities rallied with Wall Street on Wednesday after Donald Trump said he had "no intention" of firing the head of the Federal Reserve and that eye-watering tariffs on China would be slashed drastically.

UK hosts new Ukraine talks after Russian strikes shatter brief truce

Envoys from Washington, Kyiv and European nations gathered for talks in Britain on Wednesday amid a new US push to end Russia's war in Ukraine, where a brief Easter truce was shattered by fresh air strikes.

PM faces first test as Singapore election campaign kicks off

Singapore's election campaign officially kicked off Wednesday, with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong facing his first major test amid public frustration over rising living costs and a rejuvenated opposition.

India hunts gunmen who killed 26 in Kashmir tourist hotspot

Indian security forces in Kashmir carried out a major manhunt Wednesday, a day after gunmen opened fire on tourists killing 26 people in the region's deadliest attack on civilians since 2000.

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'Happiness, love' at Moonie mass wedding after Japanese court blow

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Pilgrims gather as Pope Francis begins lying in state

Pope Francis's coffin will be transferred to St Peter's Basilica Wednesday for three days of lying in state, with scores of Catholics and well-wishers expected to pay their respects to the beloved spiritual leader before he is laid to rest.

Asian markets rally as Trump comments ease Fed, China trade fears

Asian stocks rallied with Wall Street on Wednesday after Donald Trump said he had "no intention" of firing the head of the Federal Reserve and that eye-watering tariffs on China would be slashed drastically.

Trump says won't fire Fed chief, signals China tariffs will come down

Donald Trump said Tuesday he had no intention of firing the chair of the US Federal Reserve and signalled a "substantial" lowering of tariffs on China -- moves that brought relief to global markets spooked by his aggressive policies.

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UK hosts new round of Ukraine talks

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Scientists sound alarm as Trump reshapes US research landscape

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Trump's return boosts Israel's pro-settlement right: experts

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Trump solo: first lady, children out of frame in new term

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New Trump task force vows to root out 'anti-Christian bias'

US Attorney General Pam Bondi hosted the opening meeting of an "anti-Christian bias" task force Tuesday, as the government pressed federal workers to inform on work colleagues engaging in discriminatory behavior.

Trump says has 'no intention' of firing Fed chief

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he had no plans to fire the Federal Reserve chief, in apparently conciliatory remarks after berating him and triggering market turmoil.

UN appoints envoy to assess aid for Palestinians

The United Nations on Tuesday appointed an envoy to complete a "strategic assessment" of the agency charged with aiding Palestinians, a spokesman said.

WHO announces 'significant' layoffs amid US funding cuts

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Wall Street stocks surge on hopes of US-China trade deal

Wall Street stocks rebounded Tuesday on upbeat remarks by US officials about trade talks with China, after gold earlier hit a record on jitters surrounding tariffs and other issues.

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