Mali’s military rulers hold constitutional referendum vote
The military gov't promises a return to civilian rule, but opponents argue changes would give president excessive power.
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Yemenis embark on first direct flight to Saudi Arabia since 2016
The flight carried Yemeni Muslims heading to Hajj and signals easing tensions between the two countries.
Tunisia bars TV, radio reports of opposition conspiracy cases
The cases banned from being covered involve at least 21 dissidents under investigation on accusations of ‘conspiracy'.
Biden holds first campaign rally for 2024 re-election bid
Biden addresses members of the AFL-CIO, which represents more than 12.5 million workers, as he kicks off campaign rally.
Philippine ferry with 120 people on board catches fire at sea
Rescue under way after M/V Esperanza Star catches fires while travelling from Siquijor province to Bohol province.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 480
as the war enters its 480th day, these are the main developments.
Blinken holds talks with Chinese FM during high-stakes visit
The US top diplomat meets his Chinese counterpart in Beijing during the highest-level official visit in five years.
War in Ukraine must stop, South Africa’s Ramaphosa tells Putin
South Africa President says the war is having a 'negative impact' on the African continent and many other countries.
Four Hajj delegations leave besieged Gaza to Mecca
Thousands of pilgrims left from the Rafah crossing to Cairo's airport and then to Mecca.
Cyclone Biparjoy weakens, thousands leave relief camps in India
Officials said electricity had been restored in many villages but hundreds more were still without power.
Air raid kills 17 in Sudan’s capital Khartoum
The attack is one of the deadliest in the urban areas of Khartoum between the military and the RSF paramilitary group.
US senators introduce bill for restoration of Tunisia’s democracy
The legislation acknowledges that President Kais Saied has taken steps to undermine Tunisia's democratic institutions.
Al Jazeera wins seven Drum Online Media Awards
AJ English Digital wins for website, interactives and opinions sections.
Saudi, Iran foreign ministers meet in Tehran amid warming ties
It's the first visit by a Saudi official to Iran in more than seven years, in a rapprochement deal brokered by China.
Sudanese continue to flee Darfur violence in dire circumstances
Thousands flock to Chad as UN calls for access to western Sudan to deliver much-needed aid amid humanitarian crisis.
Euro-Med Monitor calls on Tunisia to release hunger striker Atig
Jailed Ennahdha party leader Sahbi Atig is no longer able to walk or talk, his wife says.
Dozens die as northern India swelters under heatwave
Officials say at least 34 people have died in the past two days as heatwave takes toll in Uttar Pradesh state.
UN agencies seek ‘decisive action’ from EU after Greece tragedy
International Organization for Migration and UN Refugee Agency say EU must put 'safety' at centre of Mediterranean plan.
Dozens killed, some abducted in attack on Uganda school
Ugandan forces launch 'hot pursuit' as they blame the ISIL-linked ADF for the deadly attack near DRC border.
NATO focuses on underwater assets amid Russia sabotage concerns
NATO says Russian ships mapped critical underwater infrastructure in sea areas of the Western military alliance.