How do Iranians move money abroad to avoid US sanctions?
From currency brokers to crypto, Iranians find ways to circumvent sanctions, but each comes with its own problems.
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Trump says oil, gas and mineral exploration to begin in Greenland
The US president also praises the security advantages of last month's deal with Denmark and Greenland.
Tensions with teachers, pupils and Turkiye: Inside Azerbaijan’s hijab row
Teachers fear losing their livelihoods and students risk being excluded as Baku's close ally appears critical.
Palestinians say Israel’s democracy ‘is a joke’
As Israelis prepare to vote, Palestinians in the occupied West Bank say they have little hope of change.
How Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ is reshaping southern Lebanon
Demolished homes, shifting military lines, stalled withdrawals leave Lebanese uncertain if they can return.
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Yamal magic helps Barcelona beat Galatasaray in Champions League
Yamal provided two assists and 'turned the game around' for Barcelona, who won 4-1 in Istanbul.
Ex-DRC President Kabila’s alliance with M23 rebels: Why it matters
Kabila's move confirms numerous accusations from the government in Kinshasa of his ties to armed rebels.
Ex-DRC President Joseph Kabila joins hands with M23 rebels: Why it matters
Kabila's move confirms numerous accusations from the government in Kinshasa of his ties to armed rebels.
Why Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksas are being investigated for corruption and crimes
Several members and allies of once-powerful dynasty, including the wife of ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa, are under arrest.
‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine kills at least 9, damages power sites
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine's partners failed to warn of Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv.
‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine kills at least six, damages power sites
Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine's partners failed to warn of Russian ballistic missiles attack on Kyiv.
‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine kills at least six, cuts power in Kyiv
At least six people have been killed in overnight Russian attacks across Ukraine.
‘Like we don’t exist’: Palestinians in West Bank denied say in Israel vote
Palestinians in the occupied West Bank see little prospect Israel’s election will change their lives under occupation.
Photos: Student protest in Albania prompts violent clashes with police
Protesters in Tirana throw bricks at the Education Ministry building as police respond with tear gas and water cannon.
Sudan cannot afford to dismiss a chance for dialogue
A new initiative faces serious questions about military influence, but its critics should not write it off prematurely.
From Cairo to Tokyo: Can you guess these twin cities?
As a London borough moves to cut ties with Haifa, test your knowledge of the world's twin cities.
Man City deserve to keep trophies despite charges, says PSG’s Luis Enrique
Enrique, a friend of former Man City boss Guardiola, hopes the club can avoid the sanction of losing its titles.
Ukrainian drones strike more than 100km into Russian territory
Ukrainian drones struck the Saratov region. The regional governor reported one person was killed.
China and North Korea to open New Yalu River Bridge, state media reports
The long-delayed bridge will formally open on Thursday, according to China's state-run Xinhua news agency.
Singapore’s economy grows more than 5 percent amid AI boom
City-state's GDP expands 5.4 percent in July-September quarter, according to advance government estimates.
Saudi-born engineer for OpenAI arrested for planting listening bug
OpenAI says it discovered a hidden recording device in one of its offices, wrapped in toilet paper behind a television.
UN official says ‘window of opportunity’ for peace in DR Congo
The envoy lauds the progress in diplomatic efforts despite the worsening security and humanitarian situation.
Israel returns 22 stolen ancient artefacts to Greece
The cultural exchange comes amid strengthening ties between the two countries.
Houthi missiles intercepted over Saudi Arabia as battles intensify
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted missiles targeting Riyadh and Dhahran, with falling debris injuring people.
Ukrainian ex-officer goes on trial in Germany over Nord Stream blasts
The trial is expected to run into February and could test Germany's political stance on Ukraine.
UN Human Rights Council elects 15 members in uncontested vote
Rights groups say uncontested vote undermines accountability as countries with poor human rights records win seats.
Kyiv hit by Russian ballistic missiles for second day with no warning
Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv for a second consecutive day without advance warning.
Violence in Pakistan over emergency rule in Imran Khan stronghold
Protesters in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province clashed with police over emergency and governor’s rule.
Jamaica accepts first flight of third-country deportations from US
Opposition leaders in Jamaica question why the deportation deal with the Trump White House has not been made public.
Colombia peace tribunal charges ex-FARC members with anti-Indigenous crimes
The former rebels are accused of abuses such as torture, murder and the displacement of Indigenous leaders.