Iran’s supreme leader pardons ‘tens of thousands’ of prisoners
Those released from prison include some arrested in recent anti-government protests.
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Pope makes final appeal for peace at end of South Sudan trip
Catholic church head and other Christian leaders called for recommitment to the 2018 peace deal during the Africa trip.
Cyprus votes in presidential election as run-off expected
With 14 candidates in the running, opinion polls point to a race between three frontrunners.
What are ‘spy balloons’ and why are they used?
Surveillance balloons have a long history in espionage, and continue to provide some spying advantages, experts say.
Brutal cold snap hits northeastern US, shattering record lows
The Arctic air that descended on the northeastern US has brought record-setting sub-zero temperatures and wind chills.
Pervez Musharraf: The Pakistani ex-president’s chequered legacy
The former army chief, who seized power in a coup, died at the age of 79 in Dubai after a prolonged illness.
Chile wildfires spread as death toll rises
Firefighters in Chile continued to struggle to control dozens of raging wildfires that have killed at least 23 people.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 347
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 347th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Pakistani former President Pervez Musharraf dies aged 79
Former military ruler of Pakistan died at a hospital in Dubai following a prolonged illness.
Zelenskyy says situation in Ukraine’s east ‘getting tougher’
Ukrainian leader says Russia is throwing more and more troops into battle on the eastern front lines.
Chile expands emergency as deaths from wildfires rise
At least 23 people killed as dozens of wildfires torch forests in Chile.
Israelis rally for fifth week against Netanyahu’s judicial plans
Tens of thousands brave heavy rain in Tel Aviv to protest against government plans to weaken Israel's Supreme Court.
East African leaders urge ceasefire in eastern DR Congo
The call came after leaders of the East African Community held a summit in Burundi on Saturday.
Ukraine power substation fire leaves Odesa’s grid on the brink
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal says the 'scale of the accident is significant' after fire at an electrical substation.
US downs suspected Chinese surveillance balloon
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the balloon was being used by China 'in an attempt to surveil strategic sites'.
Japan PM dismisses aide over anti-LGBTQ+ comments
Fumio Kishida blasts aide's comments on same sex unions as 'outrageous' and 'incompatible' with an inclusive society.
‘Generational’ Arctic blast hits Northeast US, Canada
A powerful arctic blast swept into the US Northeast, Canada pushing temperatures to perilously low levels.
Pope meets displaced children in South Sudan
Francis, who is on the first-ever papal visit to South Sudan, meets children displaced by conflict.
Russia, Ukraine swap prisoners as battle for Bakhmut rages
Russia says 63 Russian soldiers were released while Ukrainian authorities say 116 of their servicemen have been freed.
Pakistan blocks Wikipedia citing ‘sacrilegious’ content
Regulator says the website had until late Friday to heed its warning about 'sacrilegious content'.