Human rights commission denounces murder of third politician in Ecuador
The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights urges solutions to the political violence unfolding before the elections.
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North Korea protests UN Security Council meeting on human rights record
The US says its plan to hold a meeting on rights abuses will move forward despite protests from North Korea and China.
‘Indescribable’: Stories of loss emerge from devastating Hawaii fires
Death toll on Maui island approaches 100, with US President Joe Biden saying he will visit Hawaii 'as soon as' possible.
Santiago Peña takes office as Paraguay’s president with pro-Taiwan message
The conservative politician's election continued a nearly unbroken streak for the Colorado Party, in power since 1947.
Sudan war will end with negotiations says army’s second in command
Deputy head of Sudan's Sovereign Council says a caretaker government must be formed in the country.
US ‘deterrence’ approach to Iran has not changed, Blinken says
Top US diplomat says moving detained Americans to house arrest in Iran is 'positive' sign, but major issues remain.
Putin urges ‘peaceful resolution’ as Mali and Russia discuss Niger
The Kremlin said Mali's leader initiated the call to President Putin about the situation in Niger.
Afghan lives in limbo: Uncertainty persists two years after US withdrawal
Thousands of displaced Afghans face prolonged separation, fresh concerns on two-year anniversary of fall of Kabul.
Is Israel’s Netanyahu shifting the blame for judicial reforms fallout?
Netanyahu and Israeli generals have clashed over the effects of policies that are now threatening national security.
West African military chiefs to discuss Niger crisis Thursday and Friday
Meeting rescheduled as Niger's coup leaders send mixed signals about negotiating with the regional bloc.
Who are Trump’s 18 co-defendants charged in Georgia poll meddling case?
The former president's lawyers and other aides have been indicted on charges of racketeering and conspiracy.
What are the next steps in Trump’s criminal case in Georgia?
The election interference indictment in the southeastern US state is the fourth case against the former US president.
Russia’s central bank hikes rates to 12 percent to halt rouble’s slide
The Kremlin called for tighter monetary policy after the rouble plummeted past the 100 threshold against the US dollar.
Kenya reinstates fuel subsidy after months of violent protests
President Ruto removed fuel and maize flour subsidies in September and increased taxes this year.
Taliban marks two years since return to power in Afghanistan
August 15 has been declared a national holiday to celebrate the Taliban takeover of Kabul from US-led foreign forces.
What is Georgia’s RICO law and how does it apply to Trump, allies?
The law enables prosecutors to target people in positions of authority within a criminal organisation.
Read the full text of Trump’s Georgia indictment
A 98-page document provides details of Donald Trump's indictment in Georgia state.
Trump Georgia indictment: Key questions answered
Former US president and 18 aides have been indicted over their efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss in the state.
Trump indicted in Georgia: Here’s a look at the 4 criminal cases he faces
Ex-US president's indictment in Georgia is his fourth criminal case. Here's a look at the other top probes against him.
Israeli forces kill 2 Palestinians in raid on occupied West Bank
Two young Palestinians killed as Israeli forces raid refugee camp in the occupied West Bank's Jericho city: Medics.