Biden says US would defend Taiwan if attacked by China
US president suggests he would intervene in a Chinese invasion - an apparent break with decades-long policy.
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‘Death sentence’: Doctors in Sri Lanka decry medicine shortage
As essential medicines disappear from shelves, doctors forced to postpone life-saving procedures amid economic crisis.
Shireen Abu Akleh’s colleagues find strength in her legacy
Colleagues of slain Al Jazeera journalist say in life and death, she inspired them to tell the story of Palestinians.
At least seven dead after blaze on Philippine passenger ferry
Five women and two men died, 120 passengers rescued, 23 of them treated for injuries, the coast guard said.
India trims taxes on fuel, commodities to fight inflation
Steps will lead to a drop in annual revenues due to lower collections, raising concerns about India's fiscal deficit.
Biden endorses Japan on UN Security Council, beefed up defence
US president's two-day visit will culminate in the formal launch of an economic plan for deeper engagement in Asia.
Australia’s new PM to fly to Quad meet hours after taking office
Votes are still being counted, but Albanese was sworn in so he could attend a key meeting of the 'Quad' in Tokyo.
Can renewable energy help close power gap in India’s hot summer?
As soaring temperatures load up on India's power lines, it's a reminder to invest more in renewable energy.
Israeli court questions ban on Jewish prayer at Al-Aqsa compound
Court overturns a police order barring three Jews from holy site after they prayed there in violation of the status quo.
Ukraine live news: Russia bombards Severodonetsk from all sides
Serhiy Haidai accuses Russia of a 'scorched-earth' approach as its forces bombard Severodonetsk from all sides.
Taliban enforces order for Afghan women TV anchors to cover faces
Most female presenters were seen with their faces covered while on air on Sunday.
Israel: EU Parliament official focused on Palestine denied entry
Spanish EU parliamentarian was to travel to occupied Palestinian territories with EU lawmakers to review the situation.
US military plane flies in 35 tonnes of baby formula from Germany
The first shipment of infant formula lands in Indianapolis to address a critical shortage in the US.
Pakistan: Ousted PM Imran Khan calls for march on Islamabad
Khan says he will never accept the new government and calls on his supporters to rally peacefully on Wednesday.
Iran: IRGC Quds Force member assassinated in Tehran: State media
Hassan Sayyad Khodayari was a member of the Quds Force, IRGC’s foreign arm, who served in Syria in the past years.
Polish President Duda first to address wartime Kyiv parliament
Andrzej Duda becomes the first foreign leader to address Ukraine's parliament since the start of Russia’s war.
Israel sentences Palestinian prison escapees to five more years
Six Palestinians escaped from a high-security prison last year by digging a tunnel, sparking a massive manhunt.
Four killed during powerful storms in eastern Canada
Nearly 900,000 homes in Ontario and Quebec provinces were without power as wind-blown trees killed several Canadians.
Iran denies ‘compromise’ in nuclear deal negotiations
The ball to restore the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action nuclear deal is in the US's court, Tehran says.
Court orders probe into former Pakistan minister’s arrest
Shireen Mazari, who served under former PM Imran Khan, was detained by police near her Islamabad home on Friday.