DRC buries murdered independence hero Lumumba’s remains
The funeral was held on the 62nd anniversary of the central African country's independence.
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Russia, China and the Nordic duo: Key points from NATO summit
The bloc agreed to a new strategic framework with focus on Russia and pledge to boost capabilities during Madrid summit.
ICC issues arrest warrants for 2008 Russia-Georgia war crimes
The court seeks arrest of three men who served in the government of the Russian-backed breakaway region of South Ossetia
Thousands protest in India’s Udaipur after Hindu tailor murdered
Holding saffron flags and placards, about 7,000 people demand death penalty for two Muslims accused of beheading Teli.
Unilever sells local Ben & Jerry’s business to Israeli firm
Deal means that the ice cream will be sold in settlements in occupied Palestinian land, despite the brand's opposition.
Russia-Ukraine war: The struggle for Snake Island
Russian forces abandon the strategic Black Sea islet - a major victory for Ukraine that could also enable grain exports.
Turkey’s NATO deal may bring nationalist votes back to Erdogan
Turkey blocked Finland and Sweden's NATO bids until Ankara 'got what it wanted' - will that bring wavering voters back?
Many dead, dozens missing as huge landslide hits India’s Manipur
At least seven killed and another 55 feared dead after the landslide hits railway construction site in northeast India.
Russia withdraws from Ukraine’s Snake Island in Black Sea
Moscow says the withdrawal is a 'goodwill gesture' that proves its commitment to UN-led efforts to resume grain exports.
Voters would reject Scotland independence by narrow margin: Poll
A new survey highlights the division within Scotland over the possibility of breaking away from the UK.
Poland completes Belarus border wall to keep asylum seekers out
Poland continues to welcome millions of Ukrainians, while pushing back asylum seekers from the Middle East and Africa.
IMF says Sri Lanka deal sees progress
The IMF has said Sri Lanka needs to whittle down existing debt to 'sustainable' levels before it can receive any aid.
Mali vows to defy UN call for peacekeepers to investigate abuses
The UNSC has extended a nine-year-old UN peacekeeping operation known as MINUSMA for another 12 months.
Ecuador: Talks with protesters to resume amid state of emergency
Negotiations with Indigenous-led protesters were suspended on Tuesday after military said soldier killed in unrest.
Emmett Till case warrant from 1955 found, family seeks arrest
Relatives of lynched Black teenager call for woman to be charged with his kidnapping, nearly 70 years after the crime.
Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage begins amid heavy security in Kashmir
Government estimates a record one million Hindus from across India will join the 43-day pilgrimage in restive region.
UN envoy warns of spiralling DRC conflict
Human rights groups are reporting grave human rights abuses, including women being forced to cook and eat human flesh.
China’s Xi arrives in Hong Kong ahead of anniversary
President Xi Jinping will take part in ceremony marking 25 years since Hong Kong's return to Chinese rule.
Can new Israeli elections secure a stable government?
Israel dissolves parliament, prompting new elections on November 1 and the possible return of Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israel set for November election as parliament dissolves
The Israeli parliament has voted to dissolve itself, with Yair Lapid taking over as caretaker prime minister.