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Russia unleashes ‘massive’ air raids on Ukraine’s Kyiv
Kyiv's air defences downed 40 Russian drones, with falling debris killing a 41-year-old man, officials say.
Erdogan or Kilicdaroglu: Turkey to choose in election run-off
Neither candidate crossed the 50-percent mark for an outright win on May 14, triggering an unprecedented run-off vote.
Biden, McCarthy reach tentative deal to raise US debt ceiling
Deal raises debt limit for two years while capping spending, but uncertainty remains on whether it can pass Congress.
‘Anatomy of a Fall’ wins top prize as women dominate Cannes
French director Justine Triet slams Macron's government in acceptance speech for 'repression' of pension protests.
Netherlands arrests more than 1,500 climate activists
Climate activists blocked parts of a motorway in The Hague to protest against Dutch fossil fuel subsidies.
At least 11 killed in Pakistan avalanche
Four women and a boy were among those killed in the disaster near the Shounter Pass in northern Pakistan, police say.
At least three killed in shooting at Iran-Afghan border
Several people were reportedly injured in the clash, which came amid tensions between the neighbours over water rights.
Ukraine says Russia eases attacks on Bakhmut to regroup
Ukrainian defence minister says Russian attacks have decreased as Moscow troops are being 'replaced and regrouped'.
Erdogan, Kilicdaroglu rally supporters before Turkish election
Opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu takes on President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Sunday's presidential election run-off.
Serbia’s President Vucic steps down as head of governing party
The president says he will remain head of state, amid ongoing anti-government protests after two mass shootings.
Serbia blasts NATO forces over inaction during Kosovo clashes
Serbia's top leadership, led by President Aleksandar Vucic, meets in Belgrade following violent clashes in Kosovo.
Russia to US: No lectures on nuclear weapon deployments
Russian embassy calls US criticism of Moscow's tactical nuclear weapon deployment to Belarus hypocritical.
United Nations backs Sudan envoy as army seeks to expel him
Sources in Sudan's foreign ministry told Al Jazeera Volker Perthes will not be allowed back into the war-torn country.
How will defunct ‘kingmaker’ alliance affect Turkey’s election?
Big question a day before the run-off vote is what effect a recent split in a potential kingmaker coalition will have?
Turkish presidential run-off leaves Syrians with uncertain future
The Turkish election has seen rising anti-refugee rhetoric, leaving many Syrians worried about their future.
Man who opened Asiana plane’s door in flight was ‘uncomfortable’
Passenger opened emergency door on Asiana Airlines Airbus A321 when it was 213 metres (700 feet) above ground.
US charges two over China-backed plot against Falun Gong
Two suspects were charged with crimes related to an operation to revoke the Falun Gong organisation's tax status.
Pink Floyd’s Roger Waters says Berlin gig controversy a ‘smear’
Waters said depictions of an 'unhinged fascist demagogue' have been featured in Pink Floyd concerts since 1980.
Ukraine claims Russia planning ‘massive’ incident at nuclear site
Ukraine's defence intelligence directorate warns Russia will simulate an attack at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.