ASEAN ‘strongly condemns’ deadly Myanmar air attack
Regional bloc calls for an end to violence as media reports say up to 100 people may have died in Pa Zi Gyi village.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 414
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 414th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Canada faces questions over alleged Chinese interference
An official inquiry is under way into allegations China meddled in elections but some say the influence goes further.
North Korea fires possible ‘new type’ ballistic missile
Japan ordered Hokkaido residents to evacuate when the launch was detected before the weapon later fell into the sea.
Musk says owning Twitter ‘has not been some sort of a party’
In interview with BBC, Musk discussed his ownership of Twitter, including layoffs, misinformation and his work style.
US-led plan to ‘end’ migration through Darien Gap spurs questions
Deal with Panama, Colombia seeks to stem 'illicit crossings' of dangerous jungle route used by US-bound asylum seekers.
US judge in voting system defamation suit rebukes Fox News
Judge suggests sanctions after lawyers for Fox News revealed that they may have misrepresented Rupert Murdoch's role.
Biden administration announces sweeping car emissions proposal
The US Environmental Protection Agency says the rules will dramatically slash emissions and reduce burden of pollution.
HRW calls on Tunisia to release ex-PM Laarayedh
Laarayedh has been held in detention since December without being taken before a judge, according to HRW.
Second Tennessee lawmaker to return to chamber after explusion
Shelby County Board of Commissioners votes to restore Justin Pearson to seat after he was ousted for US gun protest.
Photos: In Iraq, a Mosul Ramadan is special
Ramadan in the northern Iraqi city of Mosul has a flavour different from anywhere else in the country.
Ukraine says Russia ‘worse than ISIS’ after beheading video
Zelenskyy labels Russian troops 'beasts' after a video appears to show a Ukrainian soldier being beheaded with a knife.
Conflict in eastern DR Congo forces thousands of schools to close
Conflict in the DRC's volatile eastern region has disrupted schooling for 750,000 young Congolese, according to UNICEF.
Syria to reopen embassy in Tunisia after 10-year closure
Decision follows order by Tunisian president to appoint ambassador to Damascus, a decade after diplomatic ties were cut.
Israel bans non-Muslims from Al-Aqsa until end of Ramadan
Defence minister and security chiefs unanimously recommended the measure, PM Netanyahu says after violence at holy site.
France’s Macron heckled by protesters on Netherlands visit
Pension reform tensions in France and controversial comments about Taiwan cloud Macron's trip to the Netherlands.
India says Ukraine seeking medical, war recovery assistance
Kyiv has invited Indian companies to help rebuild the country battered by Russia's invasion, New Delhi says.
Leaked Pentagon documents: What are the major takeaways?
The US, UK and France are among Western countries with special forces in Ukraine, according to leaked documents.
‘Turn over every rock’: US vows to find source of intel leaks
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says all measures will be taken to find culprit who compromised American intelligence.
Singapore says unidentified people boarded tanker off Ivory Coast
There was a 20-member crew on the tanker, which has been operating in the West African zone for the past 60 days.