Death penalty for captured US citizens not ruled out, Russia says
The Kremlin says the pair were 'soldiers of fortune' who should be held responsible for their 'crimes'.
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UN biodiversity meet moved from China amid ‘zero-COVID’ approach
December's UN Convention on Biological Diversity will now take place in Montreal, Canada, world body says.
Photos: Biggest strike in 30 years paralyses UK rail network
Tens of thousands of railway workers have walked off their jobs in the UK over pay, working conditions and job security.
Biggest railway strike in 30 years strands commuters in UK
More than 40,000 workers strike over cost-of-living crisis, forcing commuters to work from home or find other routes.
Macron rejects PM resignation after losing parliamentary majority
Elisabeth Borne's resignation is rejected as Macron begins talks to find an ally in the opposition to end a deadlock.
On the way out: Why is Israel’s government about to fall?
Israel's governing coalition has announced that it can no longer govern - does that mean a return for Netanyahu?
Sri Lanka cabinet moves to clip President Rajapaksa’s powers
Cabinet approves amendment to the constitution in a move to appease protesters calling for Gotabaya Rajapaksa to quit.
Belgium repatriates ISIL-linked children, mothers from Syria
Six Belgian women and their 16 children repatriated, the largest Belgian airlift of the families of ISIL fighters.
South Korea ‘successfully’ launches homegrown Nuri space rocket
The launch of the domestically produced Nuri rocket is a big step for South Korea's space programme.
Photos: Sri Lanka students march to demand president, PM resign
Thousands of students protest in Colombo, asking President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and PM Ranil Wickremesinghe to quit.
Hundreds of thousands evacuated in China amid heavy rains, floods
Southern China is experiencing its heaviest rainfall since 1961, with downpours causing serious floods and landslides.
Saudi Crown Prince MBS visits Egypt at start of regional tour
The Saudi leader will hold talks with President el-Sisi before heading to Jordan and Turkey as part of his tour.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 118
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 118th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Falling grain stocks: Will India ban rice exports next?
How India balances domestic needs with rice exports could prove the difference between food security and hunger.
Canada announces ban on single-use plastics in ‘historic step’
New regulations will prohibit sale and import of 'harmful' plastics, with some time for businesses to adjust.
China oil imports from Russia surge amid Ukraine war sanctions
China’s crude oil imports from Russia up 55% in May compared to a year earlier, displacing Saudi Arabia as top supplier.
Yellowstone National Park to partly reopen after major floods
Park officials say they will use $50m in US federal highway money to speed up road and bridge repairs.
Israel set for election as PM says coalition will disband
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett says Foreign Minister Yair Lapid will serve as caretaker PM until new elections are held.
NY Times says Israeli forces ‘most likely’ shot Shireen Abu Akleh
New York Times report adds to growing number of probes pointing the finger at Israel for killing Al Jazeera journalist.
Nigeria: Supreme Court upholds freeze on Shell’s asset sale
Eighty-eight communities were awarded $1.95bn compensation for an oil spill they blamed on a Shell asset.