Pakistan to try those who attacked military under army law: PM
Government decision comes amid mounting criticism of its earlier announcement to try all protesters under draconian law.
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Hezbollah conducts wargames near Lebanon’s border with Israel
About 200 Hezbollah fighters take part in exercises ahead of anniversary of Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
Ukraine still has a foothold inside Bakhmut, says official
The deputy defence minister says Ukrainian troops are advancing near the city, over which Russia claimed victory.
Climate change causes 2m deaths in 50 years; poor suffer most: UN
More than 90 percent of deaths caused by disasters worldwide happen in developing countries, UN report finds.
Photos: Iraqi artist battles to save boating tradition
Meshhouf is a traditional boat made of woven reeds, which resembles a wicker basket that spans more than 2 metres.
Beijing summons Japanese envoy over ‘anti-China’ G7 summit
Chinese foreign ministry says Japan's actions were detrimental to China's sovereignty and security.
Iran’s security chief Shamkhani replaced after almost 10 years
Shamkhani was the second-longest-serving security chief since the 1979 revolution.
China bars operators from buying chips from US tech firm Micron
China bans US chipmaker Micron days after the G7 members launched veiled criticism of China's trade practices.
BBC gets India court summons in defamation case over Modi film
Summons come months after tax officials inspected BBC offices in New Delhi and Mumbai that followed ban on documentary.
Greece’s conservative party wins big in national election
The ruling New Democracy party secures commanding victory, but Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis hints at new poll.
Russians celebrate reports that ‘fortress Bakhmut’ has fallen
Ukraine's president is denying claims that the eastern city is under Russian control after months of heavy battle.
Why is Bakhmut important in the Russia-Ukraine war?
The symbolic importance of the small city in Ukraine's east now far outweighs any strategic value for either side.
Zelenskyy calls on G7 to ensure Russia is ‘last aggressor’
Zelenskyy’s visit to Japan highlighted significant divisions preventing the formation of a united front against Russia.
Tens of thousands rally in Moldova for EU membership
Demonstrators called on leaders to amend the constitution to specifically mention the country's European orientation.
Israel far-right minister visits Al-Aqsa compound
Visit of Itamar Ben-Gvir comes days after tens of thousands of Jewish nationalists marched through the Old City.
How important is Captagon in al-Assad’s return to the Arab fold?
The billions of dollars Syria's al-Assad is believed to be making from Captagon have given him a financial lifeline.
‘Don’t have a problem with army chief,’ Imran Khan says
Former Pakistan PM tells Al Jazeera the government and military want to 'crush' his PTI party ahead of the polls.
Greece heads to polls in first election since end of bailout
Two main contenders are conservative Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Alexis Tsipras, who heads the Syriza party.
Iran says it is strong enough to defend regional waters
Tehran says the longest trip in its navy history is an indication that it is successfully circumventing US sanctions.
German police investigate suspected poisoning of Russian exiles
The inquiry is being handled by the state security unit, a specialised team that examines cases related to 'terrorism'.