F-16s would give Ukraine an advantage, but risk escalation
Experts say the fighter jets are at their best with radar support, and Kyiv would need advanced Western missiles.
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HRW urges Ukraine to probe its military’s use of banned mines
HRW says Ukrainian forces 'extensively' scattered antipersonnel mines in Izyum, causing civilian casualties.
Australian nuclear agency joins hunt for lost radioactive capsule
People told to stay clear of the tiny capsule containing Caesium-137, which emits radiation equal to 10 X-rays per hour.
Death toll from Pakistan mosque bombing rises to 100
Most of those killed in the suicide bombing in Peshawar were police. More than 225 people were injured.
Rhino poaching surges 93 percent in Namibia
Authorities say 87 rhinos were killed last year compared with 45 in 2021, most poached from the country's largest park.
Biden administration to end COVID public health emergency in May
Move would restructure federal response to treat virus as endemic public health threat, ending some government support.
NATO chief Stoltenberg calls for stronger partnership with Japan
The NATO secretary-general said the security concerns of the military alliance and Japan are 'closely interconnected'.
Under pressure Liberia President George Weah to seek second term
The former footballer, who took office in 2018, says he will pursue growth and peace if he wins another term in October.
Why is Pope Francis visiting DRC and South Sudan?
The head of the Catholic Church aims to help restore peace in two countries that have seen years of violence.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 342
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 342nd day, we take a look at the main developments.
Making a point: Hong Kong journalists regroup abroad
Journalists find it difficult to report in Hong Kong after imposition of national security law and crackdown on media.
Burkina Faso says 28 soldiers, civilians killed in rebel attacks
Rebel fighters conducted separate attacks on Sunday and Monday, including 15 men killed after a minibus was stopped.
Myanmar invited to Asian military meeting co-chaired by US
Next month's meeting is focused on maritime security and will include exercises to tackle smuggling.
‘Pattern of repression’: US Democrats call to suspend Peru aid
Democrats in the US House of Representatives issue a letter denouncing Peru's deadly crackdown against protesters.
Bangladesh to get $4.7bn IMF package
The funding comes under a new programme which aims to help vulnerable middle-income countries and island states.
US not interested in pressing Israel amid violence: Experts
US will continue to prop up 'status quo', analysts say, as Blinken visits region following spate of deadly attacks.
Brazil’s ex-President Bolsonaro seeks US tourist visa: Lawyer
Application for six-month US visa comes as Jair Bolsonaro faces accusations he helped incite riot in Brazil's capital.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russia’s ‘big revenge’ has begun
President Zelenskyy had warned for weeks that Moscow sought to step up assaults after months of virtual stalemate.
Germany pledges millions to help Brazil protect Amazon rainforest
German minister says Brazil's new government offers 'great chance' to protect rainforest after widespread destruction.
Turkey opposition vows to cut presidential powers if it wins vote
Alliance of opposition parties presents 240-page programme ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections.