Who is Asim Munir, Pakistan’s new army chief?
Lieutenant General Asim Munir will take charge of the 600,000-strong nuclear-armed army on November 29.
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ICC prosecutor seeks charges against Ugandan fugitive Joseph Kony
Prosecutor Karim Khan seeks charges against Joseph Kony in his absence since he has evaded arrest for 20 years.
Brazilian judge rejects attempt to overturn Lula election victory
The ruling comes with $4.3m penalty for the pro-Bolsonaro coalition that cast doubt on the 2022 election results.
Archeologists discover array of Aztec artefacts under Mexico City
Ritual offerings could shed light on religious rituals and political spectacles in Aztec society, experts say.
Venezuelan government, opposition to resume political talks
Discussions in Mexico on Saturday to touch on humanitarian aid, US authorisation for Chevron to operate in Venezuela.
Fact check: Were three drunk Ukrainians arrested in Qatar?
A fake video ascribed to Al Jazeera claims 'drunken' Ukrainian football fans were detained over 'Nazi symbols' in Doha.
Colombia armed groups confining people to homes, communities: NRC
Norwegian Refugee Council calls for 'lasting peace' to end restrictions on freedom of movement across Colombia.
US writer who accused Trump of rape files battery lawsuit
E Jean Carroll files charges of battery and defamation against Donald Trump for an alleged rape about 27 years ago.
Europe has labelled Russia a state sponsor of terror. What next?
Experts say the European Parliament's move is largely symbolic and unlikely to be applied to other aggressor nations.
Record wave of COVID infections sparks more curbs across China
More than 31,000 new cases reported nationwide in the largest increase in cases since the early days of the pandemic.
UK lecturers, teachers, postal workers begin strike over pay
Postal workers, university lecturers and schoolteachers demand better pay across Britain amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Uganda sees ‘downward trend’ in Ebola cases: Health minister
Officials say some districts have gone for at least two weeks without registering new infections.
Nigeria launches new banknotes to help curb corruption
Regulators have said January 31 is the deadline for old notes to either be used or deposited at banks.
Turkish air attacks on Syria threaten US personnel: Pentagon
Turkey has stepped up air attacks on northern Syria since the November 13 Istanbul bombing.
Pakistan PM names Lt Gen Asim Munir as new army chief: Minister
Information minister announces the appointment on Twitter, ending weeks of speculation over the powerful post.
‘Formula of terror’: Ukraine leader implores UN to punish Russia
Zelenskyy urges the UN to act against Russia over air attacks on civilian infrastructure amid widespread power outages.
Fears in Syria’s Azaz as threat of conflict rises once again
Five civilians were killed in a missile attack in Azaz on Tuesday as Turkey and the YPG exchange attacks.
Anwar sworn in as Malaysia’s PM after 25-year struggle for reform
Veteran politician finally secures top post after inconclusive election led to days of haggling and king's intervention.
‘Giant step forward’: Kosovo, Serbia reach deal on vehicle plates
Kosovo, Serbia agree to end a row over vehicle licence plates that the West had warned could trigger ethnic violence.
Tanzanians sue Canada’s Barrick Gold over alleged abuses at mine
Tanzanian villagers accuse Canadian mining giant of being complicit in killings and torture at the North Mara gold mine.