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South Korean president does not rule out sending weapons to Ukraine
Ukrainian officials report Russia drone attacks targeting multiple regions
Russia to curb income of 'foreign agents' and those who leave, lawmaker says
Russian law requires any person or organization receiving support from outside Russia or who is under foreign influence to register as a foreign agent
Vaccine doses allocated for 9 African countries hardest hit by mpox
The global health agency said on Wednesday the newly allocated vaccines will go to the Central African Republic, Ivory Coast, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa and Uganda
Australia proposes 'world-leading' ban on social media for children under 16
Australia is trying out an age-verification system to assist in blocking children from accessing social media platforms
China expects bumpy relations with the US under Trump
Analysts say Trump’s proposed tariffs on Chinese products could be a significant hit to the Chinese economy, but possibilities for cooperation remain
Trump wins, the world reacts
In a close election, Donald Trump has pulled off a stunning political comeback. The world reacts to Trump’s victory, American analysts try to explain it and Trumps opponents are coming to grips with it. Plus, a look at the firing of Israel's Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant.
New details emerge in Iran’s first execution of Jewish minority member in 30 years
VOA has learned that Arvin Ghahremani was executed in the western city of Kermanshah on Monday without prior notice to his family
Harris concedes presidential defeat to Trump
The United States is gearing up for a transfer of power, with President Joe Biden congratulating President-elect Donald Trump on his victory and Vice President Kamala Harris conceding defeat. White House Bureau Chief Patsy Widakuswara reports from Washington. Camera: Adam Greenbaum.
Thousands ordered to evacuate from wind-fed Southern California wildfire
A thick plume of smoke rose hundreds of feet into the sky Wednesday, blanketing whole neighborhoods and limiting visibility for firefighters and evacuees
Israelis, Palestinians welcome election of Trump
Both Israelis and Palestinians on Wednesday welcomed Donald Trump’s U.S. presidential election victory. Israelis hope he will support them in their conflicts with Hamas and others; Palestinians hope he will offer new statehood ideas. Linda Gradstein reports from Jerusalem. Camera: Ricki Rosen.
Excitement, disappointment in US after Trump’s win
Former President Donald Trump will return to the White House, as is the will of the American people. The news has been received with a mix of cheers and tears in a deeply divided country. VOA’s Veronica Balderas Iglesias reports from Washington. Camera: Afshean Hessam, Veronica Balderas Iglesias.
Trump's victory brings uncertainty, but also hope in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was among the first world leaders to congratulate newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump. Many Ukrainians say they fear that Trump may fulfill a campaign promise to end the war by forcing them into a settlement that will favor Moscow.
European leaders congratulate Trump amid fears about future transatlantic ties
Europe, NATO fear Trump could reduce support for Kyiv amid Russia’s ongoing invasion
Republicans secure majority in US Senate for first time in four years
Republicans won control of the U.S. Senate early Wednesday, a major victory that will give President-elect Donald Trump a key tool for enacting his legislative agenda. VOA’s Congressional Correspondent Katherine Gypson reports from Washington.
European leaders congratulate Trump, worry about future transatlantic ties
America’s allies in Europe have congratulated Donald Trump following his comprehensive victory in Tuesday’s presidential election — despite widespread concern about what his second term may mean for transatlantic relations. Henry Ridgwell reports from London.
What to expect on immigration under a new Trump administration
Throughout his campaign, Trump portrayed immigration as a crisis and vowed to move swiftly
Erdogan welcomes second Trump term
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomed Donald Trump's U.S. presidential election victory. The Turkish leader is eager to resume the close ties he had with the White House during Trump’s first term. Under President Joe Biden, relations had become frosty. Dorian Jones reports from Istanbul.
China pushes divisive narratives amid heated US election
Beijing’s propaganda sought to highlight, exaggerate flaws of US democracy, regardless of presidential election winner
Fear, joy and calls for a strong Europe: France reacts to Trump win
As the US tilts rightward, the French wonder if they're next