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Three American hostages released by North Korea, Trump says
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Three American hostages released by North Korea, Trump says

Pompeo is set to return home with three American detainees, as well as details of the summit between leader Kim Jong-un and Donald Trump.

  • by Kirsty Needham

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Can elections put East Timor on a more stable path?

It will be fascinating to see whether Saturday's poll paves the way for better economic opportunities and long-term development for the Timorese people.

Avery Poole

    Donald Trump’s America has just become a rogue nation

    The US has generally played the role of international security guarantor, but Donald Trump’s America has just become a rogue nation.

    Peter Hartcher
      Peter Hartcher

      North Korea moving quickly to the table, even as Iran deal collapses

      The Iran deal is not likely to derail Trump's North Korea meeting, but it might give the hermit kingdom pause for thought.

      Kirsty Needham
        Kirsty Needham
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        Trump's CIA pick promises no more torture programs

        Trump's CIA pick promises no more torture programs

        Asked if she thinks torture worked, the CIA's acting director Gina Haspel gave a carefully-worded response.

        • by Patricia Zengerle & Mark Hosenball
        China joins world in condemning Trump's decision on Iran deal

        China joins world in condemning Trump's decision on Iran deal

        Europe and China will try to carry on with the Iran deal despite the withdrawal of the United States.

        • by Kirsty Needham & Nick Miller

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        Mahathir claims historic victory in Malaysian election as official results delayed
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        Mahathir claims historic victory in Malaysian election as official results delayed

        Malaysia is on the brink of its first ever change of government.

        • by James Massola
        Can elections put East Timor on a more stable path?
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        Election

        Can elections put East Timor on a more stable path?

        It will be fascinating to see whether Saturday's poll paves the way for better economic opportunities and long-term development for the Timorese people.

        • by Avery Poole

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