Afghan women’s long and hard struggle for the right to divorce
Women had struggled long and hard for the right to divorce, but since the Taliban's takeover, the situation worsened.
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Why did Putin impose martial law in occupied Ukrainian regions?
Russian president is attempting to tighten his grip on four annexed Ukrainian regions amid military setbacks.
Middle East round-up: Iran rock climber in headscarf controversy
Here’s a round-up of Al Jazeera’s Middle East coverage this week.
China sticks with zero-COVID as quarantine video causes outrage
The video that purportedly shows a seriously ill 16-year-old female being ignored at a quarantine centre has gone viral.
NGOs say Malta broke the law by directing asylum seekers to Egypt
International NGOs find that the Maltese government breached a part of the 1951 Geneva Convention.
Ancient carvings found in Iraq amid work to restore Mashki Gate
Rocks dating back 2,700 years discovered as archaeologists reconstruct Mosul area previously bulldozed by ISIL fighters.
James Webb Telescope captures iconic ‘Pillars of Creation’
According to NASA, the image is set within the vast Eagle Nebula, which lies 6,500 light years away from Earth.
Ukraine restricts electricity usage after wave of Russian attacks
Authorities curb power usage nationwide for the first time after Russian attacks damage critical infrastructure.
Chad declares state of emergency as floods affect one million
The flooding has affected 636 localities in the country while swallowing up more than 465,000 hectares of fields.
In Kherson attack, Ukrainian spirits high but arms supplies low
Ukrainian army officials say military aid is needed to advance past Russian fortified positions towards Kherson city.
Russia says Philippines should honour military helicopters deal
Russian ambassador says Moscow will fulfil its side of the contract and it expects the Philippines to do the same.
In search of stability, Malaysia to hold elections on Nov 19
The polls, a year earlier than scheduled, will be the first since the voting age was lowered to 18.
Suella Braverman resigns as UK home secretary
Braverman steps down after using her personal email to send an official document to a colleague.
Trump to give statement in defamation suit over rape accusation
E Jean Carroll says Donald Trump raped her in a department store in New York City in the 1990s, a charge he denies.
Hindu nationalist surge in India creating fissures in diaspora
Recent events in the US and violent confrontations between some Hindus and Muslims in England have raised concerns.
Putin declares martial law in annexed regions of Ukraine
Russia's president did not provide details of the extra powers the heads of annexed regions will have under his decree.
Q&A: Understanding India’s crackdown on Muslim groups
Al Jazeera speaks to Irfan Ahmad, an expert on Islamist parties and Islamophobia, to understand ban on Muslim groups.
How Russia is rounding up reluctant army recruits for Ukraine
Russian police accused of raiding hostels, homeless shelters and student dormitories in attempt to boost the military.
Israeli settlers attack Palestinians in Nablus amid army siege
Settlers carry out increased attacks in Nablus, injuring dozens of Palestinians amid heightened tension in West Bank.
Photos: Clashes in Chile mark third anniversary of 2019 protests
Clashes broke out in Santiago as protesters marked three years since a social uprising that left 30 dead.