France's Hollande seeks climate 'alliance' with Philippines
French President Francois Hollande called for a climate change "alliance" with the Philippines that could spur similar co-operation.
Britain's Prince William set to arrive in Japan
Prince William was due to arrive in Japan for his first visit to a country that adores the British Royal family and was smitten with his late mother, Diana.
Australia warns women IS no 'romantic adventure'
A worrying number of Australian women are heading to Iraq and Syria to become so-called Islamic State group "jihadi brides", Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said.
US, Iran have 'mutual interest' in defeating IS: Kerry
The United States and Iran have a "mutual interest" in defeating the Islamic State group but the long-time foes are not cooperating to do so.
UN Security Council calls for stepping up Yemen talks
The UN Security Council called for the stepping up of UN-brokered talks on ending a growing crisis in Yemen.
Obama challenges 2016 candidates on immigration
US President Barack Obama trained his sights on Republicans and 2016 presidential hopefuls, encouraging voters to demand they support immigration reform.
Putin 'destabilizing' Ukraine, Kerry says
US Secretary of State John Kerry accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of destabilizing Ukraine through "land grabs''.
Hungary PM needs style change after poll setback: analysts
Prime Minister Viktor Orban needs to strike a less confrontational stance after his ruling party Fidesz lost its parliamentary super-majority in a key by-election.
Nazarbayev summons meeting of Kazakhstan's Security Council
President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev has summoned a meeting of Kazakhstan’s Security Council in Akorda, the presidential residence in Astana.