Sarkozy backs 'united Spain' amid Catalan independence bid
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy appealed for a "united Spain" in Barcelona as campaigning wrapped up for a regional election in Catalonia framed as an indirect vote on independence.
Russia seeks firm foothold in strategic Syria
Russia has shocked the West by boosting its military presence in Syria as President Vladimir Putin seeks to not just defeat Islamic State radicals but also to gain a firm foothold in the strategic Middle Eastern country.
Obama criticizes China's 'problematic' rights record
US President Barack Obama strongly criticized China's human rights record at a joint summit appearance with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.
Kazakhstan ready to accept refugees from Middle East
Kazakhstan is ready to accept refugees from Middle Eastern countries.
Turkish PM replaces resigned Kurdish ministers
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu appointed two new cabinet ministers to replace two Kurdish lawmakers who resigned from the interim government.
Trump disputes pope on climate change
Republican White House hopeful Donald Trump said he thinks Pope Francis is wrong on climate change.
UN chief says EU must do more to address migrant crisis
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon welcomed the European Union's decision to inject $1 billion to help countries overwhelmed by Syrian refugees.
Japan minister tenders resignation over stadium row
Japan's sports minister said he had tendered his resignation over abandoned plans for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics's main stadium.
Obama greets Xi with 'ni hao' and superpower supper
President Barack Obama offered Xi Jinping a warm welcome at the White House, greeting his Chinese counterpart with a "ni hao," or hello, at the start of a tricky state visit.
Putin calls Elton John - and this time it's real says Kremlin
Vladimir Putin called pop star Elton John and suggested a meeting, after the British singer was tricked last week by a prankster impersonating the Russian leader.
David Beckham launches UN appeal to protect kids
Football legend, male model and father of four David Beckham went to UN headquarters in New York to call on world leaders to end violence against children.
Putin to America: 'Don't call me a Czar'
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Americans should not think of him as an autocratic "czar" and praised their openness and creativity, in an interview ahead of a trip to New York.
Australia PM Turnbull admits 'concerns' about asylum seeker camps
Australia's new Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull admitted he had concerns about asylum seekers being held in Pacific island camps.
Obama urges European allies to accept 'fair share' of refugees
US President Barack Obama pressed European nations to take their "fair share" of refugees, after the EU reluctantly reached an agreement designed to halt a destabilizing humanitarian crisis.
Clinton stands against controversial Keystone pipeline
After declining for months to announce her position on a major Canada-to-US oil pipeline, Democratic presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton said Tuesday that she is opposed to the controversial project.
Greek PM Tsipras unveils new cabinet, Tsakalotos gets finance
Greece's newly-elected Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras unveiled his new government, giving the crisis-hit country's key finance portfolio to Euclid Tsakalotos.
Netanyahu, Putin agree plan to avoid Syria clashes
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed on a plan to avoid "misunderstandings" in Syria.
New Australian PM urges Beijing to cool tensions in South China Sea
Australia's new Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has advised China to ease off on island construction in the South China Sea if it wants a reduced US presence in the region.
Japan must recognise Kuril islands for peace deal: Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov indicated that there is no room for compromise with Japan over the disputed south Kuril islands.
Biotech stocks fall as Clinton slams high drug prices
Biotech stocks took a hit after Democratic presidential frontrunner Hillary Clinton pledged to take action against runaway price increases on specialty drugs.