Brazil’s Lula accuses Bolsonaro of planning January 8 ‘coup’
Lula says former leader Bolsonaro 'actively' participated in storming of government buildings.
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South Sudan violence kills 27 on eve of pope’s visit
Pope Francis will arrive in Juba hoping to revive a peace process aimed at ending a decade-long conflict.
Peru Congress rejects new bid to advance elections amid protests
The motion called to bring forward elections and to hold a referendum on forming a constitutional convention.
Fight over Israel’s judiciary as Palestinians look on
Protests continue against PM Netanyahu's moves to weaken the Supreme Court, as violence escalates in occupied West Bank.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 345
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 345th day, we take a look at the main developments.
China to reopen borders with Hong Kong, Macau after COVID closure
Borders have been closed for nearly three years, separating families and disrupting tourism and other businesses.
Biden stands by Jerusalem status quo in meeting with Jordan king
The US president praised Jordan for its 'crucial role' as the custodian of Muslim holy places in Jerusalem.
Democracy ‘on trial’ as Hong Kong 47 prepare to face court
Picked up in a dawn raid two years ago, the activists and politicians are charged over an unofficial primary.
Apple, Google profits squeezed on China, sluggish economies
Apple reports first drop in quarterly revenue since 2019 as China's zero-COVID policy disrupted iPhone output.
Nearly 1,000 migrant families still separated by Trump-era policy
More than 3,800 children were removed from families between 2017 and 2021 as part of a crackdown on border crossings.
Why Myanmar’s opposition is calling for a ban on jet fuel
Myanmar military takes fight against coup opponents to the skies as it loses ground on the battlefield.
US alleges Chinese spy balloon flew over sensitive military sites
The US says spy balloon flying over its airspace to collect sensitive information, as China says it's verifying claims.
India’s Adani’s losses swell above $100bn
India's central bank is examining the exposure of banks to the group as its various firms continued to tank.
Spain, Morocco seek reset of testy relationship at Rabat summit
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says the two countries agreed on a commitment of 'mutual respect'.
Putin evokes Stalingrad battle as he vows victory in Ukraine war
Putin compared Russia's war in Ukraine with World War II and also lambasted Germany for helping to arm Kyiv.
Guantanamo detainee freed to Belize after 20 years in captivity
Majid Khan, who was tortured by the CIA before his transfer to the US military facility in Cuba, says he feels 'reborn'.
Israeli attorney general says Netanyahu must avoid legal overhaul
Gali Baharav-Miara says the Israeli Cabinet's planned judicial changes risk giving government unbridled power.
US filings for jobless aid lowest since April
The robust data on the US job market comes even as layoffs in the tech sector have surged.
Biden under pressure for police reform after Tyre Nichols funeral
US vice president urges Congress to pass legislation as Nichols's death renews push to end violence.
Sudan to ‘move forward’ with Israel on normalising relations
Sudan's military, in charge since a 2021 coup, is seen as leading the effort towards establishing ties with Israel.