US retail giant receives $1bn boost from tariff refunds
Target has revealed it has received almost $1bn (£733.9m) in tariff refunds from the US government which boosted the retailer's latest profits.
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She made the statement during a debate when asked about potential threats to US national security in South China Sea
· Joseph Gedeon
Spain to allow 500 children in Ceuta to go to mainland in immigration U-turn
Madrid government changes stance after previously saying anyone who entered territory illegally would be sent back
· Stephen Burgen
Germany’s firewall was meant to hold the far right at bay. It may have done the reverse
An AfD win in next month’s state election in Saxony-Anhalt would shatter a decades-long political consensus and reverberate throughout the EU
· Jonhenley
North Korean leader's sister says unaware of Trump-Kim communication
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
DR Congo says Ebola cases exceed 5,000 with 2,378 deaths
The latest data published by the Democratic Republic of Congo government on Wednesday shows that the number of Ebola cases has exceeded 5,000, including 2,378 deaths.
· AfricaNews
Not just big in Japan: Zion Suzuki has what it takes to follow Emiliano Martínez
He is replacing a World Cup winner and is his country’s first Premier League keeper, but Villa’s new signing has already dealt with harder challenges
· Johnduerden
Carvana shares are under pressure this week as Mark Walter probe fuels investor jitters
Carvana shares are headed for a double-digit weekly loss as a federal investigation into billionaire Mark Walter shines a spotlight on his minority stake in the online used-car retailer.
· Yun Li
Democratic socialist Angie Nixon's win in Florida sets up long-shot challenge in November
State Rep. Angie Nixon, D-Fla., speaks loudly on the House floor as the House votes on HB1D, a redistricting bill, during a special session of the Florida Legislature, April 29, 2026, in Tallahassee, Fla. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart, File)
· Matt Brown
Israel’s Ben Gvir boasts of planned execution facility for Palestinian prisoners
Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir boasted on Tuesday about the construction of a facility intended for the execution of Palestinian prisoners.
· Middleeasteye
Turkey moves into Syria oil and gas sector with exploration plans | The National
Turkey's state oil company and private firms will start seismic surveys and exploration in Syria, Turkish energy minister Alparslan Bayraktar said, as Damascus seeks to attract foreign capital to its battered energy sector.
· Jennifer Gnana
Bipartisan senators call for reversing UFS exercise cuts in letters to Trump, Hegseth
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (Yonhap) -- Two senators have sent a letter to U.S. President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth calling on them to reverse their decision to scale back the ongoing South Korea-U.S. military exercise, warning that the cuts could degrade the allies' readiness and send a "wrong" signal…
· Song Sang-ho
French foreign minister Barrot condemns West Bank settler violence, defends Ben-Gvir sanctions
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot condemned violence by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the West Bank on Wednesday, saying it justified France's recent sanctions against National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
· REUTERS
Foreign interference is real - but the UK should look beyond the usual culprits
Last month the British government added interference in the democratic process to the National Risk Register, ranking it alongside cyberattack and pandemic as a threat to national security.
· Middleeasteye
The situation in the West Bank is so dire even Mike Huckabee is condemning Israeli settlers | The National
Unexpected things often happen during August’s political hiatus, but no one could have predicted that US ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee would come out and condemn Israeli settlers who are laying siege to the three Palestinian families in the occupied West Bank.
· Janine di Giovanni
UN rights chief says he's concerned by detention of opposition officials in Zambia
A police vehicle is parked on a sidewalk, on the outskirts of Lusaka, Zambia, Friday, Aug. 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Alfonso Nqunjana)
Ukrainian man arrested over 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions
BERLIN — A Ukrainian man wanted in Germany in connection with the 2022 undersea explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines was arrested on a European warrant in Croatia on Wednesday, Germany’s federal prosecutor said.
· Associated Press
Shanghai lays out plan to boost digital economy, catch up with Beijing, Shenzhen
Government to accelerate use of blockchain, build AI infrastructure in line with national mandate to boost digital contribution to GDP
· Xinmei Shen
Shanghai lays out plan to boost digital economy, catch up with Beijing, Shenzhen
Government to accelerate use of blockchain, build AI infrastructure in line with national mandate to boost digital contribution to GDP
· Xinmei Shen
'Playing with fire': Israel's Syria strike tests Turkey after Mecca defence pact
Turkey has sought to downplay Tuesday’s Israeli strikes on the Abu al-Duhur military airbase in northern Syria, about 70km from the Turkish border, viewing them as an election stunt by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
· Middleeasteye
UN calls on Zambia to stop arbitrary arrests of opposition figures
The United Nations rights chief voiced concern Wednesday at reports of arrests and detentions of opposition members in Zambia before and after last week's election, which handed President Hakainde Hichilema a second term.
· AfricaNews
Americans have elected just 3 Black governors. That could change this year
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds, center, waves next to his wife Erika, while standing on stage with their children Darin, left, Damon, second from left, and Mason during at a primary election party Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
· Bill Barrow
(LEAD) Land minister says gov't considering part of Yongsan Park as housing site
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· Yi Wonju
Trump is full speed ahead in making money off being the US president | Margaret Sullivan
Some restraint on Trump’s excesses might be accomplished if November’s midterm elections give Democrats more power
· Margaret Sullivan
WATCH beaming Israeli security minister unveil execution facility for Palestinians
Israel is building an execution facility for Palestinian prisoners sentenced to death on terrorism charges, ultranationalist National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has announced. Apart from an execution chamber, the facility will house viewing booths where “crime victims” and their families can witness hangings …
· RT
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Israel is building an execution facility for Palestinian prisoners sentenced to death on terrorism charges, ultranationalist National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has announced. Apart from an execution chamber, the facility will house viewing booths where “crime victims” and their families can witness hangings …
· RT
Sacked Ukraine defence minister calls for wartime election
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Palestinian factions explore broad alliance for November elections
Hamas and other Palestinian political factions opposed to the ruling Fatah government of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas are exploring the formation of a broad electoral coalition before historic polls late this year.
Treasury doubles debt buybacks as Bessent moves to steady bond market
The Treasury Department on Wednesday said it will more than double the size of its government debt repurchases, sending yields sharply lower at a time of substantial market stress.
· Jeff Cox
Some 3,000 evacuate after smoke detected at Incheon warehouse used by Coupang
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Imran Khan transferred from prison to hospital as court raises serious health concerns
Pakistan’s Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered that former prime minister Imran Khan be transferred to Shifa International Hospital immediately for a comprehensive medical examination.
· ARSHAD MEHMOOD/THE MEDIA LINE
Knesset Speaker Ohana says he's 'glad, proud' Likud defied High Court on repeating comptroller vote
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana (Likud) said he was "glad and proud" that the coalition had refused to comply with a High Court of Justice ruling ordering a repeat election for the state comptroller, according to a recording shared by KAN Reshet Bet on Wednesday.
· SHIR PERETS
Pakistan’s government challenges court order on Imran Khan hospital move
Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar says allowing the court order ‘will open a floodgate of prisoners seeking similar relief’
· Reuters
Pakistan’s government challenges court order on Imran Khan hospital move
Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar says allowing the court order ‘will open a floodgate of prisoners seeking similar relief’
· Reuters
UAE Cuts Ties As Iran Warns Gulf States Against Helping Washington; Kpler Says US Navy Gaining Ground In Hormuz
Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf is visiting Baghdad while at the same time US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has spoken UAE National Security Adviser Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss the Hormuz situation and security. Except of course the two sides aren't talking with each other.
· Tyler Durden
Wang Yi vows 'constructive role' on Korean Peninsula, says US has to change 'hostile policy'
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Taiwan-made satellite launcher fails first test, triggers missile panic
Pingtung county government demands explanation after off-course rocket alarms villagers before crashing in remote area
· Lawrence Chung
Taiwan-made satellite launcher fails first test, triggers missile panic
Pingtung county government demands explanation after off-course rocket alarms villagers before crashing in remote area
· Lawrence Chung
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Justice Department defends James Comey prosecution in Trump threat case
Former FBI Director James Comey speaks during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, June 8, 2017. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
· Eric Tucker
'An important step': Malta recognizes all Israeli travel documents, not just passports
Malta has decided to recognize all Israeli travel documents, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar announced Wednesday following a discussion with his Maltese counterpart.
· MATHILDA HELLER
Iraq seeks special status for oil exports through Strait of Hormuz
Iraq’s speaker of parliament has called for special status for the country’s oil exports passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
· Middleeasteye
Pakistan challenges top court order to move Imran Khan to private hospital
Islamabad, Pakistan – The Pakistani government has challenged a Supreme Court order to move jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan to a private hospital for medical treatment.
· Abid Hussain
Zelensky’s office faces corruption probe in Ukraine as fired minister demands elections
Investigators are conducting an operation to expose a criminal organisation allegedly led by a sitting and a former lawmaker
· Associated Press
Zelensky’s office faces corruption probe in Ukraine as fired minister demands elections
Investigators are conducting an operation to expose a criminal organisation allegedly led by a sitting and a former lawmaker
· Associated Press
Pakistan officials seek court review of order for Imran Khan hospital treatment
Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan gives a press conference at his home, in Lahore, Pakistan, on May 18, 2023. (AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary, File)
· Munir Ahmed
Israeli airstrikes hit air base in Syria hours after Turkish visit
Decommissioned Syrian air force planes are seen at the Abu Duhur military air base east of Idlib, following the takeover of the area by Syrian opposition fighters on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Omar Albam, File)
· Ghaith Alsayed
Eisenkot's Yashar party takes one seat lead over Likud following Monday's primaries - poll
Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party has taken a one-seat lead over Likud, emerging as the largest party with 24 seats following Monday's Likud primaries, according to a KAN News poll published Wednesday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF