Ukraine diplomat says Russian war harming quality of life in Africa
Ukraine's top diplomat began a tour of the continent last week, visiting Senegal, Ivory Coast, Ghana and Kenya.
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As NATO holds more nuclear talks, Russia warns of World War III
While NATO leaders discuss nuclear preparedness during a closed-door meeting, Moscow warns against Western involvement.
Military bus blast in Syria kills 18 soldiers: State media
Dozens of others wounded in explosion near the Syrian capital, Damascus, reports state news agency SANA.
Bhutan holds high-altitude race to highlight climate dangers
South Asia’s only carbon-negative country is vulnerable to the effects of climate change which is recently speeding up.
Pakistan bus fire kills at least 18 flood survivors
Nearly 50 passengers on the bus were all members of an extended family displaced by the catastrophic floods.
Middle East round-up: The backlash against OPEC+
Here’s a round-up of Al Jazeera’s Middle East coverage this week.
Which weapons might the US send to Ukraine?
And which are unlikely to reach the war-torn nation?
Switzerland proposes $1,000 fines for breaking ‘burqa ban’
Face coverings in public places are banned after a March 2021 referendum, but face masks against COVID-19 are allowed.
US and Philippine forces conduct live-fire coastal combat drills
Officials say the military drills are not directed at any country, though they come at a time of tension with China.
Rockets hit Baghdad’s Green Zone as Iraq parliament meets
Parliament convenes for vote to elect a new president after several rockets land in and around the fortified area.
Iran top judge orders harsh sentences for ‘main riot elements’
Iran has been rocked by weeks of protests following the death of Mahsa Amini in custody.
SA port and rail workers reject revised pay, continue strike
The two unions at state-owned Transnet said workers had rejected the latest offer and would remain on strike.
Pakistan opposition leader arrested for tweet on military chief
Azam Swati, a legislator from Imran Khan's PTI party, has been arrested by the Federal Investigation Agency.
UN condemns Russia’s annexation move: How did countries vote?
A country breakdown of the UN General Assembly vote rejecting Russia's annexations in Ukraine.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 232
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 232nd day, we take a look at the main developments.
India’s Supreme Court panel split on allowing hijab in classrooms
The matter arises from a ban in BJP-ruled Karnataka state that forbids students from wearing headscarves in classrooms.
Google approves Trump’s Truth Social for play store
Google had expressed concerns about breach of its policies prohibiting content like threats, incitement to violence.
Thousands wait in Colombian town on trek to reach Darien Gap
Authorities warn of serious migration crisis as record numbers of people, mostly from Venezuela, try to cross jungle.
UN condemns Russia’s move to annex parts of Ukraine
UN General Assembly condemns Russia’s 'attempted illegal annexation' of four Ukrainan regions by a vote of 143-5.
West steps up military aid to Ukraine after Russian barrage
More than 50 Western countries meet in Brussels and promise more weapons for Ukraine, especially air defence systems.