More than two dozen killed in Lebanon as Israel attacks Beirut, south, east
Israel's attacks in Lebanon are striking areas in Beirut not hit in this conflict, nor during the 2024 war.
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Israel attacks Beirut in ‘targeted killing’ attempt, kills several in south
Israel's attacks in Lebanon are striking areas in Beirut not hit in this conflict, nor during the 2024 war.
Poor in an oil-rich country: Republic of Congo’s youth hope for change
In an oil-producing country where 60 percent of people are under 25, nearly half the population lives in poverty.
Alcaraz sets up Medvedev Indian Wells semifinal, Sabalenka also advances
Carlos Alcaraz will meet Daniil Medvedev in the Indian Wells semifinals, while Jannik Sinner faces Alexander Zverev.
Force majeure: What is it and why have some Gulf countries invoked it?
Several Gulf nations have declared force majeure on oil and gas shipment since the US-Israel’s war on Iran was launched.
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Iran war: What is happening on day 14 of US-Israel attacks?
Israel strikes Tehran as Iran retaliates across the Gulf; Hormuz disruption pushes oil prices higher and tensions rise.
How Israel-US war on Iran puts $50bn in Indian remittances at risk
The US-Israel war on Iran has caused gas shortages, while nine million Indian expats in the Gulf face uncertainty.
Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of air attacks on homes in Kabul, Kandahar
Women and children were among those killed in the attacks, according to the Taliban.
French soldier killed, others wounded in attack in Iraq, Macron says
French president condemns 'unacceptable' attack in Kurdish region of northern Iraq.
The Palestinians forced to demolish their own homes by Israel
Palestinians in East Jerusalem struggle to get building permits from Israel, leading to demolition orders.
Oil stays above $100 a barrel amid Iran’s stranglehold on Strait of Hormuz
Energy markets remain on tenterhooks as the prospect of prolonged war in the Middle East grows.
Israel drops abuse charges against soldiers
The Israeli military has dropped charges against five soldiers accused of sexually abusing a Palestinian detainee.
Iranian missile strikes residential area in northern Israel
Video from northern Israel captured the moment an Iranian missile impacted in a residential area early Friday morning.
Thousands rally in Athens protesting US-Israeli attacks on Iran
Protesters in Athens have marched to the US Embassy to condemn the US-Israeli attacks on Iran.
Netanyahu says Israeli strikes killed Iranian nuclear scientists
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said several Iranian nuclear scientists were killed in Israeli strikes.
Michigan synagogue ramming an ‘act of targeted violence’: FBI
The FBI says it is treating a vehicle ramming at a Michigan synagogue as an attack on the Jewish community.
Iran war live: US-Israeli strikes across Tehran; drones near Riyadh
Israeli strikes kill dozens more in Lebanon, including 5 children among nine people killed in attack on village of Arki.
Iran war live: Trump says war going ‘well’ as Gulf under wave of attacks
Israeli strikes kill dozens more in Lebanon, including 5 children among nine people killed in attack on village of Arki.
UN fact-finding mission warns of continued human rights abuses in Venezuela
In an address to the UN Human Rights Council, experts warned that the 'machinery' of repression was 'mutating'.
Iran envoy says Tehran will keep Strait of Hormuz open
Iran’s UN envoy Amir Saeid Iravani said Tehran will not close the Strait of Hormuz and remains committed to freedom.
Qatar rejects attempts to ‘drive wedge’ with US over gas pause
Qatari official denies political motives for decision to halt LNG production following Iranian strikes.
Ex-rapper Balendra Shah sweeps to power in Nepal landslide election victory
Rastriya Swatantra Party, founded just four years ago, set to dominate new parliament with near two-thirds majority.
US military announces rescue effort after fuelling aircraft crashes in Iraq
No deaths have been reported so far, but the military said the crash involved two aircraft, one of which landed safely.
US military announces rescue effort after fueling aircraft crashes in Iraq
No deaths have been reported so far, but the military said the crash involved two aircraft, one of which landed safely.
Air attacks target bases of Iran-backed forces in Iraq
Air attacks have targeted military bases across Iraq belonging to Iran-backed forces.
Netanyahu says Israel ‘stronger than ever’ in first speech since Iran war
Prime minister says US-Israeli war prevented Iran from moving its nuclear and ballistic projects underground.
Fuel shortages bring queues, protests around the world
Rising fuel prices have caused long queues and protests around the world as the US-Israeli war on Iran rages.
Advocates push for major probe as US boat strikes in Latin America kill 157
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights is set to hold first hearing on US's alleged extrajudicial killings.
Can AI in military operations really be ethical?
We examine concerns about AI’s role in military operations and the broader ethical challenges facing tech companies.
Taiwan cheering row overshadows China quarterfinal at Asian Cup
Taiwan face China in a tense Women's Asian Cup football quarterfinal, where political tensions will be at the fore.