Passage of Israel’s judicial reform entrenches ‘Jewish supremacy’
New law will make it easier for the far-right government to pursue policies that harm Palestinians, experts say.
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Pakistan’s election body issues arrest warrant against ex-PM Khan
The new case adds to the legal troubles facing Imran Khan since he was removed as prime minister in April last year.
Photos: Battle grows over buoys, razor wire on US-Mexico border
Texas governor faces mounting criticism after escalating measures aimed at restricting asylum seekers from entering US.
Israel protesters vow to continue fight against judicial bill
Despite their disappointment, protesters in West Jerusalem are adamant that the fight has just started.
FTX’s Bankman-Fried denies witness tampering, accepts gag order
Prosecutors seek to bar cryptocurrency exchange founder from making public statements that could interfere with case.
North Korea fires missiles after US submarine arrives in S Korea
North Korea fires two ballistic missiles into the sea off its east coast, South Korea's military says.
Boat capsizes off Senegal, leaving more than a dozen dead
President Macky Sall said 'around 15 Senegalese people' died in the accident after their boat capsized near Dakar.
At least 15 killed in Algerian wildfires during high heat, winds
Thousands of firefighters battle blazes as about 1,500 people are forced to evacuate.
US calls Israel’s passage of judicial overhaul law ‘unfortunate’
Biden administration urges political consensus after Israeli parliament passes contentious bill to overhaul judiciary.
Photos: Israelis protest as divisive law passed
More protests expected against the legislation that calls for sweeping changes aimed at curbing judiciary's powers.
Greta Thunberg forcibly removed from climate protest after fine
Climate activist carried away by police for blocking traffic at protest near the harbour in Malmo, Sweden.
Brazilian police arrest new suspect in killing of Marielle Franco
Justice minister says Brazil is close to solving 'horrendous' 2018 slaying of Rio de Janeiro councilwoman.
Indigenous groups say they are left out of US immigration debate
Indigenous asylum seekers from Latin America often face language barriers and discrimination on their journey to the US.
After Spain’s right fell short of outright victory, what next?
An uncertain future awaits Spain after Partido Popular performed worse than expected while the Socialists rebounded.
Are Netanyahu’s legal troubles behind push for judicial change?
The judiciary has proven to be a problem for the Israeli PM, who is on trial on corruption and fraud charges.
Nineteen people to vie for Gabon’s presidency in August 26 vote
President Bongo is standing for third term after ruling a country with no presidential term limits for almost 14 years.
Two protesters burn Quran outside Iraqi embassy in Denmark
The incident is the latest in a string of Quran burnings in Sweden and Denmark that prompted outcry in the Middle East.
‘We can’t endure this’: Migrants suffer in extreme Tunisian heat
As blistering heatwave hits Tunisia, migrants from sub-Saharan African countries are enduring unbearable conditions.
Hindu verse in Oppenheimer sex scene angers India right-wing
A sex scene from the film in which the protagonist quotes from the Bhagavad Gita has sparked an uproar online.
100 days of conflict in Sudan: A timeline
Despite ceasefire attempts and diplomatic efforts, the fighting between the army and the RSF in Sudan continues to rage.