It would make sense for Donald Trump to get rid of Pete Hegseth before January

Result marks end of a culture-wars era in US politics and the return of economic issues to the centre of the political contest

UN peacekeepers leave territory that Rabat claims sovereignty over after US fails to push through resolution to extend mission mandate

Xi Jinping says making party more disciplined is essential for maintaining its governing position

Lost sponsors, cancelled broadcasts and public fury underline the consequences for global brands and celebrities who fall foul of Chinese opinion

Russia’s president is following Xi Jinping’s playbook in formalising his country’s relationship with Africa through regular summits

Global Briefing: For Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, a change of Israeli government may bring little relief from relentless violence

Global Briefing: There is a growing realisation in the Middle East that the US has become an obstacle to peace there

Lula’s stunning election win came after a massive mobilisation of the voters with most to lose from a Flávio Bolsonaro presidency

As Beijing hosts a pivotal leadership meeting, attention is focused on who has fallen from favour and who could emerge as the next generation of China’s rulers.

Emmerson Mnangagwa (84) will remain in office after his term ends in 2030, as vice-president accuses him of following Mugabe’s path

Prime minister gets breathing space to pursue international goals, such as closer ties with European Union

China has long argued its nuclear arsenal is so far behind those of Russia and the US that it should not be included in arms talks

US, Russia and China compete for influence in region that is geographically important and has huge resources of oil, gas and rare earths

The fortunes of a laid-off worker reveal how artificial intelligence is becoming the latest vessel for some of China’s oldest beliefs