Niger’s military rulers ask for help from Russian group Wagner
New military government seeks help from Wagner mercenaries against ECOWAS intervention, according to a report.
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Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan arrested: What you need to know
The cricket star-turned-politician was arrested after a court sentenced him to three years in prison.
Why was Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan arrested?
Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan arrested after court sentenced him to three years in jail for illegally selling state gifts.
France backs ECOWAS push to reverse Niger military coup
French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna said the coup leaders in Niamey had until Sunday to hand back power.
Saudi Arabia kicks off Ukraine talks that exclude Russia
Some 40 countries will attend a meeting in Jeddah to discuss a set of common principles to end the war in Ukraine.
Pakistan’s Imran Khan sentenced to three years in prison, arrested
Former prime minister calls for protests after court finds him guilty of selling state gifts.
Saudi Arabia urges its citizens to ‘immediately’ leave Lebanon
The Saudi embassy warned its citizens not to visit areas where armed clashes were taking place.
Thai ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra postpones return from self-exile
The former leader says he is delaying his return due to a medical appointment.
US approves first pill to treat postpartum depression
Zurzuvae is expected to be commercially available later this year.
Judge grants conditional freedom for son of Colombian president
Nicolas Petro has been released under the condition that he not leave Colombia or participate in political activities.
Russian tanker damaged in Ukrainian drone attack, state media says
Russia's Tass says the chemical tanker SIG received a hole in the engine room near the waterline in the attack.
India’s Kashmir clampdown continues four years after Article 370 abrogated
The 2019 move heralded a slew of policies by ruling BJP government to tighten New Delhi's grip over the disputed region.
US, UK scouts quit S Korea World Scout Jamboree campsite over extreme heat
Hundreds of participants in scouting event in South Korea's southwest have fallen ill due to soaring temperatures.
New York park descends into chaos as live streamer’s giveaway goes askew
Police arrest 65 people after Kai Cenat's giveaway event sees people climb on vehicles, hurl chairs and throw punches.
US pauses some foreign aid to Niger as it reiterates support for Bazoum
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says life-saving humanitarian and food assistance will continue.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 528
These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 528th day.
Fingers ‘turned to powder’: the maimed workers of India’s auto hub
Poor training, shoddy equipment leave thousands of workers injured in India’s auto hub.
Colombian president’s son ‘won’t last’ in jail, defence lawyer warns
Both prosecution and defence in the case of Nicolas Petro have requested house arrest while the investigation proceeds.
Food prices rise after Russia ends grain deal, India restricts rice exports
There are new risks to global food prices after Russia exited grain deal and India restricted some rice exports.
Trump documents case: Ex-president pleads not guilty to additional charges
The added charges pertain to allegations Trump ordered security footage to be deleted in a classified documents probe.