Georgia probe: US judge orders ex-Trump chief of staff to testify
US state of Georgia is investigating alleged efforts by Donald Trump and his aides to overturn 2020 election results.
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Putin observes drills by Russia’s strategic nuclear forces
The drills come amid a series of escalatory comments from Moscow suggesting the war in Ukraine could turn nuclear.
Canada does a smaller rate hike as economic outlook darkens
Central bank says it expects growth to stall later this year and early next year, warns more rate hikes ahead.
US secretary of state to make first official visit to Canada
Antony Blinken to discuss Haiti crisis and other international issues with Canadian leaders, US State Department says.
New British PM Rishi Sunak reinstates fracking ban
Government spokesman confirms Sunak will honour 2019 Conservative manifesto after predecessor Truss lifted moratorium.
As Ukraine war drags into ninth month, Russia’s woes worsen
In week 35 of the war, Russia was on the defensive as Ukrainian morale remained high.
Tulsa race massacre: Exhumations to resume in push to ID victims
Officials seek to identify victims of 1921 massacre in once-thriving US neighbourhood known as 'Black Wall Street'.
Attack on Shiraz shrine kills 15: Iranian state media
Attack hit the Shah Cheragh Shrine in the southern city of Shiraz, with at least two children killed.
Who are the Lions’ Den armed group in the occupied West Bank?
The newly-emerged group has claimed several attacks against Israelis and says it aims to unite Palestinians.
UK PM Rishi Sunak faces lawmakers’ questions for the first time
The new Conservative leader seeks to instill confidence that his government will offer economic stability.
Macron, Scholz hold talks in bid to defuse Germany-France tension
The two leaders seek to pare back differences on energy and defence as well as revitalise the EU's key double act.
Clashes as thousands attend Mahsa Amini memorial in Iran’s Saqqez
Large crowds converge at cemetery in Amini's hometown of Saqqez to mark 40 days since her death.
Lebanon begins ‘voluntary’ repatriation of Syrian refugees
Rights groups are concerned the scheme may contain elements of coercion and result in reprisals.
Are Putin’s views fascist?
The Russian leader often evokes a philosopher who praised Mussolini, but analysts are divided on Putin's own ideology.
Who’s in UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s cabinet?
Sunak has assembled a team aimed at unifying the fractured Conservative Party after months of infighting.
Sudan protesters rally, defying a year of post-coup crackdowns
Thousands rally across the country, demanding civilian government as they mark the first anniversary of the coup.
Prominent Haitian journalist survives assassination attempt
Roberson Alphonse, who works at a local newspaper recovering in a hospital in Port-au-Prince.
Fetterman, Oz debate in race for key US Senate seat
The race for Pennsylvania will likely decide who takes control of the US Senate next year.
UN says countries’ climate plans ‘nowhere near’ 1.5C goal
UN climate chief says governments need to strengthen their climate plans to limit rising temperatures.
Shireen Abu Akleh’s family meets Pope Francis at the Vatican
A Catholic mass is being held in memory of the Al Jazeera journalist, who was killed by Israeli forces in May.