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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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Davos meet founder Klaus Schwab steps down from WEF board

The World Economic Forum said on Monday that its founder Klaus Schwab has stepped down from the board, turning a page in the history of the organisation that hosts the annual meeting of wealthy, famous and influential global elites at the luxury Swiss ski resort of Davos.

Pope Francis's delicate ties with politics in Argentina

Pope Francis navigated a complex relationship with politics in Argentina, a juggling act observers say explains why he never once returned to the country that informed his love for the downtrodden, for tango and for soccer.

Russia resumes attacks on Ukraine after Easter truce

Russia launched a wave of aerial attacks at Ukraine on Monday in an abrupt end to a fragile 30-hour Easter truce between the two sides.

Gaza civil defence describes medic killings as 'summary executions'

Gaza's civil defence agency on Monday accused the Israeli military of carrying out "summary executions" in the killing of 15 rescue workers last month, rejecting the findings of an internal probe by the army.

Vance lands in India for tough talks on trade

US Vice President JD Vance began a four-day visit to India on Monday as New Delhi looks to seal an early trade deal and stave off punishing US tariffs.

Vance in India for tough talks on trade

US Vice President JD Vance began a four-day visit to India on Monday as New Delhi looks to seal an early trade deal and stave off punishing US tariffs.

China slams 'appeasement' of US as nations rush to secure trade deals

China on Monday hit out at other countries making trade deals with the United States at Beijing's expense, vowing countermeasures against those who "appease" Washington in the blistering tariff war as its neighbours rush to secure favourable terms from the White House.

As Dalai Lama approaches 90, Tibetans weigh future

When the Dalai Lama turns 90 in July, the Buddhist monk, who for many exiled Tibetans personifies dreams of a free homeland, will ask if they want a successor.

US defense chief shared sensitive information in second Signal chat: US media

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared information on forthcoming US air strikes on Yemen in a private Signal chat group that included his wife, brother and personal lawyer, the New York Times and CNN reported on Sunday.

South Korea ex-president back in court for criminal trial

South Korea's former president Yoon Suk Yeol appeared in court Monday for the second hearing of his criminal trial to defend himself against insurrection charges over his short-lived declaration of martial law.

Beijing slams 'appeasement' of US in trade deals that hurt China

China on Monday hit out at other countries making trade deals with the United States at Beijing's expense, promising countermeasures against those who "appease" Washington in the blistering tariff war.

Trump in his own words: 100 days of quotes

Donald Trump's first 100 days back in the US presidency have showcased his unique ability to shock -- and sometimes entertain -- with outrageous remarks that pull no punches.

El Salvador offers to swap US deportees with Venezuela

Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele offered Venezuela Sunday a trade of 252 Venezuelans deported to his country by the United States for an equal number of political prisoners held by President Nicolas Maduro's regime.

El Salvador's president proposes prisoner exchange with Venezuela

Israel cancels visas for French lawmakers

Israel's government cancelled visas for 27 French left-wing lawmakers and local officials two days before they were to start a visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories on Sunday, the group said.

Russia and Ukraine trade blame over Easter truce, as Trump predicts 'deal'

Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating an Easter truce as US President Donald Trump surprisingly announced that the war rivals could make a "deal" this week.

Israel says Gaza medics' killing a 'mistake,' to dismiss commander

An Israeli military probe into the killing of 15 Palestinian emergency workers in Gaza admitted Sunday that mistakes led to their deaths and that a field commander would be dismissed.

Trump eyes gutting US diplomacy in Africa, cutting soft power: draft plan

The United States would drastically reduce its diplomatic footprint in Africa and scrap State Department offices dealing with climate change, democracy and human rights, according to a draft White House order.

Lebanon army says 3 troops killed in munitions blast in south

Lebanon's military said a munitions blast in the country's war-torn south killed an officer and two soldiers on Sunday, days after an explosion killed another soldier.

Ukrainian troops celebrate Easter as blasts punctuate Putin's truce

Chaplain Volodymyr was in the middle of his Easter prayer near the front in Ukraine's Donetsk region when another explosion blasted out, piercing the air despite a 30-hour truce announced by Russia for the holiday.

Ukrainians voice scepticism on Easter truce

As bells rang out for Easter Sunday in Kyiv, local people told AFP they did not believe Moscow would keep its word by observing a truce announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Ukrainian soldiers' lovers kept waiting as war drags on

Kateryna Halushka often sits alone, staring at her phone waiting for a sign of life from her boyfriend, a Ukrainian soldier fighting at the front.

Taxes on super rich and tech giants stall under Trump

Global tax plans targeting billionaires and multinational companies are running aground, with the United States torpedoing reforms under President Donald Trump.

'Pandora's box': alarm bells in Indonesia over rising military role

Greater military influence in government, reporters under threat and a stuttering economy -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's first six months in power have triggered alarm bells for activists worried about a return to the country's authoritarian roots.

Another round of anti-Trump protests hits US cities

Thousands of protesters rallied Saturday in New York, Washington and other cities across the United States for a second major round of demonstrations against Donald Trump and his hard-line policies.

US, Iran report progress in nuclear talks, will meet again

The United States and Iran made progress in a second round of high-stakes talks on Tehran's nuclear programme on Saturday and agreed to meet again next week, both sides said.

Hamas armed wing says fate of US-Israeli captive unknown

The fate of a US-Israeli hostage who Hamas said had featured in an Israeli truce proposal remains unknown, the group said on Saturday, separately releasing a video of another captive alive.

Zelensky says Ukraine will observe Putin's Easter truce but claims violations

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky said Saturday his forces would observe a surprise Easter truce announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin that is set to last until midnight on Sunday, even as air-raid sirens sounded in Kyiv.

US, Iran to hold more nuclear talks after latest round

The United States and Iran concluded a second round of high-stakes talks on Tehran's nuclear programme on Saturday, agreeing to meet again in a week for further discussions.

Afghan PM condemns Pakistan's 'unilateral' deportations

Afghanistan's prime minister condemned on Saturday the "unilateral measures" taken by Pakistan to forcibly deport tens of thousands of Afghans since the start of April.

Iran says to hold more nuclear talks with US after latest round

The United States and Iran on Saturday concluded a second round of high-stakes talks on Tehran's nuclear programme, agreeing to meet again in a week's time, the Iranian foreign ministry said.

Vance and Francis: divergent values but shared ideas

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