Greek forest fire kills 18 suspected asylum seekers in Dadia region
Bodies found in region bordering Turkey that is a frequent entry point for migrants and refugees.
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African Union suspends Niger with immediate effect over July 26 coup
The AU said on Tuesday that it had noted ECOWAS's plan of action regarding Niger and would 'evaluate its repercussions'.
EU’s new rules for tech giants are about to kick in: All you need to know
Google, Facebook, TikTok and others face one of the most far-reaching efforts to clean up what EU residents see online.
Rescue on after children trapped in cable car dangling over Pakistan ravine
Six children and two teachers are stranded in a gondola in a mountainous area in Battagram, north of Islamabad.
Palestinian teen killed in Israeli raid in northern occupied West Bank
About 50 Palestinians are arrested by Israel, including two suspects allegedly involved in shooting attack on Monday.
Prosecutors seek war crimes trial at ICC for CAR militia leader
Maxime Mokom is accused of organising revenge attacks against Muslims as a militia leader in Central African Republic.
Germany’s climate effort to lag below 2030 targets, say experts
Germany aims to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 65 percent by 2030, on the road to greenhouse gas neutral by 2045.
US President Biden tours aftermath of deadly Maui fires, visits Lahaina
Visit comes 13 days after Hawaiian island experienced deadliest US fire in more than a century, killing at least 114.
Who is Srettha Thavisin, the man who could lead Thailand?
The property tycoon is set to become prime minister after his Pheu Thai party secured support from pro-military parties.
Israeli missile fire allegedly injures soldier near Syrian capital Damascus
The missile fire is the latest attack in an ongoing shadow conflict unfolding in Syria between Israel and Iran.
Georgia judge sets bond at $200,000 for former US President Donald Trump
Trump has announced on social media that he plans to arrive in Georgia to surrender himself to authorities on Thursday.
Strike, protests in Syria’s Sweida enter second day
Routes into the city remain closed on Monday as protests break out over deteriorating living conditions.
Wagner boss posts first video since Russia mutiny, hints he’s in Africa
Yevgeny Prigozhin says mercenary group is recruiting people and 'will fulfil the tasks that were set'.
US Republican candidates clash over support for Israel
With first 2024 presidential debate days away, former UN envoy Nikki Haley hits out at Vivek Ramaswamy's Israel remarks.
Somalia bans TikTok and Telegram over ‘horrific’ content, misinformation
Armed group al-Shabab, which wages a war against the Somali state, uses the platforms to post its activities.
‘Historic’: Ecuador voters reject oil drilling in Amazon protected area
Nearly 60 percent of voters back a push to halt to drilling in Yasuni National Park, a victory for environmental groups.
Calls for smooth transition as Arevalo wins Guatemala presidential election
Left-wing candidate Bernardo Arevalo's landslide victory could face challenges despite wide margin.
The first Republican presidential debate is nearly here. But why so early?
First Republican debate comes amid so-called 'invisible primary', when candidates shore up support ahead of state votes.
Hawaii says 850 missing after Maui wildfires ahead of Biden visit
Wildfires on Maui have killed at least 114 people, but emergency workers are still searching through the destruction.
Behind Mohammed VI’s push for a more Amazigh Morocco
Amazigh identity, culture and language have been promoted by the state in recent years, a reversal of past policies.