Ukraine takes swaths of territory, despite Russia’s mobilisation
In week 32 of the war, Kyiv makes more advances in the east and south while Moscow pulls back forces from Crimea.
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Ugandan president apologises for son’s tweets on annexing Kenya
Muhoozi Kainerugaba is outspoken on social media, often trading barbs with the opposition and talking foreign policy.
Twitter and Musk have not yet reached deal to end lawsuit: Report
Musk's proposal to abide by his original plan to buy Twitter is based on it dropping its case against him.
Goal of ending extreme poverty by 2030 out of reach, report says
Effects of COVID and Ukraine war make it unlikely for eradicating extreme poverty by decade's end, World Bank says.
Rwandan court frees reporters accused of spreading false news
Rights groups say Rwanda has one of the worst human rights records in Africa and accuse Kigali of stifling dissent.
Settlement reached in lawsuit over Alec Baldwin shooting incident
Family of Halyna Hutchins, killed on the set of 'Rust' last year, says production of the film will resume in January.
Hurricane Ian deals blow to Florida’s shaky insurance sector
About 12 percent of Florida residents have no homeowners' insurance - rates are far higher than in the rest of the US.
Four killed in bombing at Afghan Interior Ministry mosque
Interior Ministry spokesman says 25 wounded in suicide bombing at mosque used by visitors and ministry employees.
In Kashmir, India’s home minister says no to talks with Pakistan
Amit Shah ruled out negotiations with Islamabad but says he's ready for dialogue with Kashmiris.
Ties in focus as Pakistan army chief meets US officials
Analysts say General Qamar Javed Bajwa is in Washington to ensure relations remain functional.
Israeli soldiers kill Palestinian, wound two journalists
A Palestinian man was shot dead and at least two others were injured in the town of Deir al-Hatab, east of Nablus.
French stars chop off hair in solidarity with Iranian protesters
French stars have filmed themselves cutting off locks of their hair in a video posted in support of protesters in Iran.
OPEC+ cuts oil production by 2m barrels a day despite US pressure
US expresses disappointment in move that could spur an increase in oil prices, which had dropped in recent months.
Burkina Faso’s coup and political situation: All you need to know
New military leader Ibrahim Traore says Paul-Henri Damiba was removed due to his inability to deal with armed groups.
‘Act of defiance’: US advocates launching mobile abortion clinic
Planned Parenthood says Illinois mobile clinic to address rising demand among people in US states where abortion banned.
Infographic: Does Europe have enough gas for winter?
With weeks until winter, EU gas storage is almost 90 percent full, a level 15 percent higher than last year.
Detained Iranian American Baquer Namazi leaves Iran for Oman
The 85-year-old former official convicted of spying has left the country while his son remains under arrest.
Iran organises more counter-demonstrations as protests continue
Many of the recently arrested protesters have been teenagers, according to a senior IRGC official.
Is the Booking.com reversal on Palestine corporate hypocrisy?
Foreign companies working in illegal settlements implicate themselves in violations of Palestinians' rights: Analysts.
Denmark’s prime minister calls general election for November 1
The move comes as the PM's popularity dwindles due to a decision to wipe out Denmark's entire captive mink population.