Kosovo’s former president guilty of war crimes
Hashim Thaci, former President of Kosovo and KLA leader, has been found guilty of war crimes in the Hague.
More Republicans are turning on Iran war as midterms come into view
Three more GOP members voted for war powers resolution to force withdrawal from the conflict as election looms
As the US war with Iran drags on, the ranks of Republicans signaling the conflict is a liability for their party continues to grow.
When the House of Representatives on Tuesday evening considered its sixth war powers resolution intended to force Donald Trump to withdraw troops from the conflict, three Republicans who had not supported the previous efforts broke with their party to vote this one to passage. Earlier that day, a Republican who had lost his primary after repeatedly clashing with Trump proposed impeaching the US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, alleging a variety of constitutional transgressions including prosecuting the war against Iran without congressional authorization.
Continue reading...Why has the response to Nepal’s floods been so muted?
Because wealthy nations do not want to take responsibility for their role in the current climate crisis.
Eight children among 21 killed after war-damaged Gaza building collapses, rescuers say
Some 10 families had reportedly been living in the six-storey building in Gaza City that was hit by an Israeli strike last year.
How Israeli commandos hunted Hezbollah underground for 3 months before blowing up Ali Taher Ridge – Ynetnews
- How Israeli commandos hunted Hezbollah underground for 3 months before blowing up Ali Taher Ridge Ynetnews
- Blast Shakes Southern Lebanon as Israel Destroys Underground Hezbollah Base The New York Times
- How did the IDF capture the Ali Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon? The Jerusalem Post
- Israel accuses Lebanon army chief of Hezbollah ties as talks stall The Arab Weekly
- IDF chief: Lebanese army needs to ‘significantly improve’ effectiveness against Hezbollah The Times of Israel
Former Muslim rebels lead results in first election held in southern Philippine region – AP News
- Former Muslim rebels lead results in first election held in southern Philippine region AP News
- Landmark Vote Held in Restive Muslim Autonomous Region in the Philippines The New York Times
- Election in Philippines’ Bangsamoro region ends in hung parliament Al Jazeera
- 3 dead, 15 hurt in pre-BPE Cotabato shooting Philippine News Agency
- Coalition likely in Philippines' Muslim south with no clear winner in election Reuters
South Africa slam planned US sanctions over alleged racial discrimination
Trump administration falling for misinformation from 'fringe groups' alleging discrimination against white Afrikaners.
‘Nowhere to go’: Gaza’s damaged buildings turn deadly
A war-damaged building collapses in Gaza City, killing at least 21 Palestinians and exposing fears of unsafe ruins.
Onetime War Hero Gets 25 Years for War Crimes – Newser
- Onetime War Hero Gets 25 Years for War Crimes Newser
- Kosovo’s Former Leader Is Sentenced to 25 Years in War Crimes Case The New York Times
- Former Kosovo president Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes reuters.com
- Serbian President Vucic criticizes Kosovo war crimes verdict DW.com
- Former Kosovo President Sentenced to 25 Years for War Crimes in Serbia Conflict WSJ
Neturei Karta: Opposing Zionism
Inside Neturei Karta, the ultra-Orthodox Jewish group that rejects Zionism, supports Palestinians fighting occupation.
Can the US government punish a university for boycotting Israel?
The US House passed a bill that could cut universities off from federal student aid if they boycott Israel.
Poll shows Americans are increasingly alarmed by AI’s ecological footprint
New poll finds over half of Americans fear AI-driven data centers will hike electricity costs and strain water supplies.
Malaysia offers to invite Myanmar leader in Rohingya repatriation push
Malaysia has invited Myanmar’s military ruler for a visit to the country in a bid to expedite Rohingya repatriation.
Angry Dutch farmers blamed for railway sabotage: What happened?
Farmers in the Netherlands have taken action in the past, protesting against the government’s nitrogen policy.
Ebola fight in DRC ‘far from over,’ warns WHO chief
The DRC faces a growing Ebola threat as cases soar in North Kivu, despite progress in other regions, says Tedros
South Africa’s president booked off from public engagements over ill health – Reuters
- South Africa's president booked off from public engagements over ill health Reuters
- India denies claims leaders fell ill after BRICS summit DW.com
- Xi suffered stroke & fainted at Brics Summit, claims China Democracy Party chief; post gets community note The Times of India
- Rumours about Xi Jinping’s health swirl after Chinese leader returns quickly from India The Independent
- Xi Jinping ‘taken ill’ on India trip as speculation over Chinese president’s health intensifies The Independent
Russians Prepare for an Election With Less Choice Than Ever – The Moscow Times
- Russians Prepare for an Election With Less Choice Than Ever The Moscow Times
- Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, September 16, 2026 Institute for the Study of War
- Russia’s sham election is descending into farce The Economist
- Meet the anti-war candidate risking plenty to challenge Russia's ruling elite Reuters
- Putin braces for election stress test as Russians ‘feel the pain’ of struggling economy CNBC
Russian drone strike on a passenger bus in Ukraine kills 5 people and wounds at least 7 others – AP News
- Russian drone strike on a passenger bus in Ukraine kills 5 people and wounds at least 7 others AP News
- Russian drones hit Ukrainian bus and train, killing five, officials say Reuters
- Russian drone strike kills 5 and injures at least 7 on passenger bus in Ukraine ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- At least five killed in Russian drone strike near Ukraine front line Al Jazeera
- Ukraine war live: Russian drones kill five on bus and train in ‘act of brutality’ independent.co.uk
Sweden expels Iran embassy employee, citing security concerns
Stockholm says Iran-backed groups are plotting against 'Jewish and Israeli interests' in the country.
Michelin-starred Seoul restaurant fined for using ants as garnish
The owner of the acclaimed establishment avoids jail but is made to pay 15 million won (£8,144; $10,965).