Category foreign news #
Here are some recent foreign news stories:
Europe
- UK-EU Trade Talks Collapse: The UK and EU have failed to reach a trade agreement, with the UK threatening to impose tariffs on EU goods if a deal is not reached by the end of the year. (BBC News)
- France to Introduce Digital Tax: France is set to introduce a digital tax on tech giants such as Google, Amazon, and Facebook, despite opposition from the US. (The Guardian)
Asia
- China-US Trade Talks Resume: China and the US have resumed trade talks in Beijing, with both sides seeking to resolve their trade dispute. (Al Jazeera)
- India's Economy Contracts: India's economy has contracted for the first time in over four years, with GDP growth falling to 5% in the second quarter. (The Hindu)
Africa
- South Africa's President Resigns: South Africa's President Jacob Zuma has resigned, ending a crisis that has lasted for months. (Al Jazeera)
- Ethiopia's Prime Minister Wins Nobel Peace Prize: Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to promote peace and reconciliation in the region. (The New York Times)
Americas
- US-Mexico Border Tensions Escalate: Tensions have escalated at the US-Mexico border, with the US deploying troops to the area and Mexico sending troops to its own border. (The Washington Post)
- Brazil's President Impeached: Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has been impeached by the country's Senate, with many calling for his removal over corruption allegations. (The Guardian)
Middle East
- Iran-US Tensions Escalate: Tensions between Iran and the US have escalated, with the US deploying an aircraft carrier to the region and Iran threatening to retaliate against any US aggression. (The New York Times)
- Israel-Gaza Conflict Intensifies: The conflict between Israel and Gaza has intensified, with both sides exchanging fire and several Palestinians killed. (Al Jazeera)
These are just a few of the many foreign news stories that are currently making headlines. Let me know if you'd like me to provide more information on any of these stories or if you have a specific region or topic you'd like to know more about!