Ukraine decries ‘symbolic blow’ as Russia assumes UN presidency
The Kremlin said it planned to 'exercise all its rights' in the role amid anger from Kyiv and allies.
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Sudan factions delay post-coup deal on civilian rule
Signing of political agreement to name a Sudanese civilian government has been delayed to April 6, official says.
Ukraine accuses Metropolitan Pavel of condoning Russia’s invasion
During court hearing in Kyiv, Metropolitan Pavel rejected claim by Security Service that he glorified Russia's invasion.
Pakistan army says 4 soldiers killed in attack near Iran border
Incident took place in Kech district in southwestern Balochistan province, which borders Iran.
Israeli police kill Palestinian man near Al-Aqsa in Jerusalem
The man killed on Saturday was 26-year-old Mohammad Khaled al-Osaibi from Houra.
Tornadoes strike Arkansas and Illinois, killing at least 7 people
Destructive weather comes as President Biden tours the aftermath of a deadly tornado that struck Mississippi a week ago.
Russia-Ukraine war: Will there be a spring counteroffensive?
Ukraine has hinted a counteroffensive could begin as early as April.
Finland, having cleared last NATO hurdle, heads to elections
Is Sanna Marin still popular and do most Finns support NATO? Here are five key things to know.
Global network aims to sue Wagner as a ‘terrorist’ organisation
Ukrainians in exile are mobilising an army of lawyers to seize Wagner’s assets and hobble Russia’s ability to wage war.
Taiwan says Chinese jets carried out ‘combat readiness’ patrols
Nine Chinese fighter jets and one military drone crossed the median line in the Taiwan Strait in a 24-hour period.
Online influencer Andrew Tate moved to house arrest in Romania
Tate, his brother Tristan and two Romanian women were moved to house arrest while under investigation.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 402
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 402nd day, we take a look at the main developments.
Stadium disaster justice loses in Indonesia U-20 World Cup furore
Indonesia lost right to host youth World Cup over pro-Palestine stance but disaster victims say justice more important.
Russia protests over ‘provocative actions’ by US forces in Syria
Russian rear Admiral Oleg Gurinov said the protest was made to the US-led coalition in Syria over actions by US troops.
China’s media realities clash over truth about war in Ukraine
Pro-Russia and anti-Western media coverage hampers Chinese public's understanding of the reality of war in Ukraine.
Experts decry ‘black holes’ in probe of missing Mexican students
A panel of experts in Mexico has denounced shortcomings in the investigation of 43 missing Ayotzinapa college students.
Biden administration appeals US ruling on health coverage mandate
Case could decide whether Obamacare can require insurance providers to cover preventive services for cancer and HIV.
US Marine’s adoption of Afghan war orphan voided
The rare ruling is the latest twist in an ongoing legal battle between Afghan and US couples for three-year-old girl.
Biden tours Mississippi tornado wreckage as more storms threaten US
Visit comes as another powerful spring storm sweeps across US South and Midwest, threatening further extreme weather.
IMF board approves $15.6bn Ukraine loan package
Loan is part of a broader $115bn international support package to help the country meet urgent funding needs.