EU delegation cancels event in Israel over Ben-Gvir’s involvement
Delegation calls off Europe Day reception, saying it did not want to offer a platform to far-right Israeli minister.
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Popular Zimbabwean writer acquitted over anti-government protest
Tsitsi Dangarembga had been found guilty of intent to incite public violence after organising anti-government protests.
Canadian fire crews battle blazes in western province of Alberta
Favourable weather could help efforts to contain more than 100 wildfires, Alberta officials say.
Opposition coalition in Republic of Congo holds first convention
Three parties in Congo-Brazzaville meet to lay out their objectives for the 2026 elections and challenge Nguesso's rule.
More Iranian actresses summoned for not wearing hijab
This week alone, a sports federation chief resigns and several more actors face charges over mandatory hijab law.
How has the world reacted to Syria rejoining the Arab League?
There have been warm welcomes and scepticism, but most countries have opted for a muted response.
Timeline: Title 42 expulsions at the US-Mexico border
Biden administration is preparing for end of contentious US policy that let authorities turn away most asylum seekers.
Jordan behind attack that killed drug trafficker in Syria: SOHR
Two attacks reportedly targeted a drug factory and the home of drug dealer Marai al-Ramthan and his family.
Uzbekistan’s leader calls for snap presidential election in July
New poll ordered a week after voters approve constitutional amendments allowing president to run for two more terms.
Malian political coalition opposes constitutional referendum
Political groups wants the cancellation of a referendum due to take place on June 18.
Five years after Trump’s exit, no return to the Iran nuclear deal
Trump’s slew of sanctions and a changing political climate have contributed to JCPOA remaining in limbo.
Fire at gold mine in Peru’s Arequipa kills at least 27 workers
Blaze sparked by short circuit engulfed one of the tunnels at remote La Esperanza 1 mine in southern Peru.
Photos: South Sudanese refugees return to their troubled home
More than 800,000 South Sudanese refugees lived in Sudan before fighting broke out there last month.
Two Congo virus-related deaths cause alarm in Pakistan
A total of 16 cases found in Balochistan province since the beginning of the year, of which 11 were detected this month.
Iran executes two ‘Quran burners’ for blasphemy
The men were said to have insulted Islam and its prophets and run organised efforts to promote atheism.
Photos: Hundreds evacuated from Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant area
Nearly 1,700 people evacuated from two unspecified cities in the region as Russia steps up attacks against Ukraine.
‘Brutal interference’: China tabloid rounds on S Korea criticism
Global Times lashes out at Seoul after its embassy complained about the tabloid's coverage of president's US visit.
Chile’s conservatives win most seats on constitution rewrite body
After a failed progressive majority rewrite, a collection of right-wing parties will now draft a new constitution.
Bolivian general Prado Salmon who captured Che Guevara dies
Prado Salmon led a military operation backed by the US that captured the Argentinian communist revolutionary.
Sudan fighting in its 24th day: A list of key events
Ceasefire talks are taking place in Saudi Arabia while fighting continues in Khartoum.