Israel’s Ben-Gvir enters Al-Aqsa: Why was it seen as provocative?
The far-right Israeli national security minister was warned that his move could spark violence - by Israel's former PM.
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Burkina Faso officials say 28 people found shot dead
An investigation has been launched into the deaths of 28 people whose bodies were discovered on December 30-31.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian teenager in Bethlehem
Adam Ayyad, 15, was killed during an Israeli army raid on the Dheisheh refugee camp in Bethlehem.
After 44 years, London’s first Arabic bookshop closes down
Al-Saqi Books represented a treasure trove of literary works for Arab expatriates in London and visitors alike.
China blasts ‘unacceptable’ COVID curbs on travellers
The US, Canada, Japan and France are among more than a dozen countries that have put curbs on travellers from China.
Two children killed in Kashmir blast day after four gunned down
Five-year-old boy and 12-year-old girl die in the blast a day after four people were gunned down by suspected rebels.
EU considers alignment on China passengers as COVID cases surge
EU to meet to determine if a coordinated approach on entry to the region is necessary for visitors from China.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 314
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 314th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Israel far-right minister enters Al-Aqsa in ‘provocation’
Ben-Gvir has entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, in a move Palestinians call 'unprecedented provocation'.
Russia plans drone air campaign to ‘exhaust’ Ukraine: Zelenskyy
More than 80 drones launched by Russia shot down by Ukrainian forces in first two days of 2023, Ukraine president says.
Biden denies US in talks on nuclear exercises with South Korea
S Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol said Seoul and Washington were in talks on exercises involving US nuclear assets.
Mexico’s Supreme Court elects first female president
The court selected Norma Pina in a 6-to-5 vote on Monday, elevating a figure who has clashed with Mexico's president.
The US House may not have a speaker when it convenes. Here’s why
Republican House leader Kevin McCarthy may fall short of securing majority amid opposition from far-right party members.
Florida islands face ‘crisis’ as nearly 500 asylum seekers arrive
A severe economic downturn in Cuba has fuelled record migration to the United States, with boat crossings on the rise.
Bolivia sees more unrest following opposition leader’s arrest
Protesters in farming hub of Santa Cruz province block highways as calls grow for release of Luis Fernando Camacho.
California braces for more heavy rain after days of flooding
A plume of moisture from the Pacific Ocean is expected to bring additional rainfall to the US state in the coming days.
Egypt repatriates looted ancient Green Coffin sarcophagus from US
The sarcophagus, returned at a ceremony, dates back to the Late Dynastic Period of ancient Egypt, officials say.
Uganda New Year’s event organiser arrested after deadly stampede
The incident at Kampala's Freedom City shopping centre killed 10 people, including children.
Missouri set to execute first transgender person in the US
Amber McLaughlin faces death by lethal injection on Tuesday, after being convicted of first-degree murder in 2006.
Germany’s defence minister in hot water over New Year’s video
Christine Lambrecht speaks of Ukraine war in front of New Year's celebrations in an address criticised as tone-deaf.