Turkish Cypriots elect Tufan Erhurman in northern Cyprus polls
More than 218,000 people voted in TRNC leadership election that could shape the island’s political direction.
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What we know about Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire, will it hold?
Islamabad and Kabul commit to ceasefire mediated by Qatar and Turkiye, but will it hold amid mutual distrust?
Four-minute heist at the Louvre: How priceless jewels were stolen in France
Thieves used an extendable ladder and motorbikes to steal eight precious items from Apollo's Gallery at Paris museum.
Yemen’s Houthis detain 20 UN staff in latest raid
United Nations demands the release of its employees after Houthi forces raided a facility and detained staff in Sanaa.
Israeli strikes kill 42 in Gaza as both sides say the other breached truce
Hamas maintains it is abiding by ceasefire as Israel launches at least 20 air strikes on targets in southern Gaza.
Bangladesh garment exporters fear $1bn losses after huge airport fire
The fire gutted import cargo terminals areas at Dhaka airport, destroying an estimated $1bn of 'urgent air shipments'.
Trump calls Colombia’s Petro ‘a drug leader’, says US to cut aid to country
Petro calls Trump "rude and ignorant about Colombia" a day after he demanded answers about US strikes in Caribbean.
Kenya’s revered opposition leader Raila Odinga laid to rest
Final ceremony follows days of memorial events that left five people dead and hundreds injured during stampedes.
South Korea arrests North Korean soldier for crossing fortified border
The incident is the first alleged defection of a North Korean soldier in more than a year.
‘Priceless’ jewels stolen from France’s Louvre Museum in four-minute heist
The world's most-visited museum will remain closed for the day for 'exceptional reasons'.
Why UK’s Prince Andrew lost his royal title
How Queen Elizabeth II's favourite child, Prince Andrew, fell from grace, finally forced to relinquish royal titles.
Week in Pictures: From death of ex-Kenyan PM to Gaza ceasefire
A global roundup of some of last week’s events.
Crisis-hit Bolivia to vote in run-off election, ending decades of socialism
The vote marks a decisive rejection of the socialist government and a likely foreign policy shift closer to the US.
Taiwan opposition elects new leader who wants peace with China
Cheng Li-wun will take over the leadership of Kuomintang party on November 1.
Iraq’s elections and Muqtada al-Sadr’s endgame of power
The Shia leader withdrew from the political process three years ago to position his bloc for a powerful return.
Five dead, two missing as Tropical Storm Fengshen soaks Philippines
Heavy flooding reported in several central Philippine islands, including Samar and Panay, forcing thousands to evacuate.
Millions of US protesters hold anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rallies
Demonstrations held in every US state as people condemn Trump's hardline tactics, calling for democracy and reforms.
Hamas rejects US claim on Gaza ceasefire violation as ‘Israeli propaganda’
US State Department claims Palestinian group planning attack against Gaza civilians 'in grave violation of ceasefire'.
Live: Israel continues deadly attacks on Gaza, closes Rafah crossing
At least 38 Palestinians have been killed as the Israeli army commits 47 violations of ceasefire agreement.
Japan coalition set to back Takaichi as first woman prime minister: Reports
Liberal Democratic Party leader Sanae Takaichi appears back on track to becoming Japan first female prime minister.